Era Hawk
Corona,CA
Summary
I am a PMHNP who specializes in perinatal mood disorders and child adolescent mental health disorders. I have a passion for research and evidence-based practice.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
PMHNP-BC
Healing Solutions Family Therapy Center
08.2023 - Current
- I conduct through Psychiatric evaluations to accurately diagnose mental health conditions and inform appropriate treatment decisions.
- Utilize telehealth technologies to provide remote consultations while ensuring adequate patient monitoring during periods of distance-based care.
- Streamlined medication management processes by regularly reviewing prescriptions for effectiveness, potential interactions, and side effects.
- Improved care continuity by effectively collaborating with interdisciplinary team members and maintaining clear communication.
- Developed strong therapeutic alliances with patients through active listening skills and empathic understanding of their personal experiences.
- Implemented culturally sensitive care approaches when working with diverse populations.
- Provided crisis intervention services as needed to stabilize patients experiencing acute distress or at risk for harm to self or others.
- Conducted risk assessments for potentially dangerous behaviors, comprehensive psychiatric evaluations.
- Experience with patients with ADHD, Mood disorders, schizophrenia, Bipolar, BPD, ASD, child and adolescents and perinatal mood disorders.
- Experience with all ages ranging from 4-80.
- Confident and flexible.
Clinical Nurse 2
UCLA Health
03.2018 - Current
- Assess, plan and implement a plan of care for a wide variety of patients in UCLA Resnick Neuropsychiatric Unit.
- Clinical skills applicable to the nursing specialty, perform historical physical and behavioral assessments of patients using appropriate framework.
- Demonstrate skills in the delivery of patient care, utilizing team, total, primary or functional systems.
- Skills in implementing appropriate nursing interventions such as IV insertion for ECT patients, Medication administration, emergency injections, SQ, admission and discharge patients, involved in professional committees such as performance improvement and Unit Practice Council.
- Experience with patient with various mental health disorders such as Schizophrenia, Bipolar, BOD, ASFD, Dementia, child adolescent, adjustment disorder, conduct disorder, depression, anxiety and aggressive behaviors.
- Experience in seclusion and restraint as a last resort.
- Charge nurse 6-9 employees
- Preceptor new graduates
Clinical Instructor Psychiatric
Santa Monica College
04.2019 - Current
- Developed and implemented engaging clinical education programs for nursing students.
- Facilitated hands-on training in patient assessment techniques and critical care practices.
- Evaluated student performance through assessments, providing constructive feedback for improvement.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance curriculum relevance and effectiveness.
- Mentored junior instructors in instructional methods and student engagement strategies.
- Led workshops on emerging healthcare technologies and best practices in clinical education.
- Streamlined course materials, ensuring alignment with accreditation standards and learning objectives.
- Fostered a supportive learning environment that promoted student confidence and professional growth.
- Fostered a culture of safety within the learning environment by emphasizing proper use of equipment, infection control measures, and patient privacy guidelines.
- Provided immediate and constructive feedback to students individually and as group.
- Supervised students during clinical rotations, providing immediate feedback on their performance and suggesting areas for improvement when necessary.
- Promoted critical thinking among nursing students by introducing complex case studies during lectures.
- Enhanced student understanding of the nursing profession by sharing personal experiences, insights, and challenges faced within various healthcare settings.
- Participated in faculty meetings, committees, and continuing education events to stay current on nursing education trends and best practices.
- Assigned students to patients based on students' learning objectives and patient needs.
- Maintained a supportive learning environment, addressing individual student needs and concerns throughout the course.
- Provided educational lectures and facilitated discussions on weekly basis.
Education
Master of Science - PMHNP
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN05-2022
Skills
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Flexible and adaptable
- Dependable and responsible
- Multitasking Abilities
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Computer skills
- Organizational skills
- Calm under pressure
- Active listening
- Verbal communication
- Customer service
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Friendly, positive attitude
Timeline
PMHNP-BC
Healing Solutions Family Therapy Center
08.2023 - Current
Clinical Instructor Psychiatric
Santa Monica College
04.2019 - Current
Clinical Nurse 2
UCLA Health
03.2018 - Current
Master of Science - PMHNP
Walden University