Halima Lawal
Sacramento,CA
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
PMHNP-BC
OPEN MINDS PSYCHIATRY
08.2022 - Current
- Diagnosis and treatment of psychiatric conditions using DSM-V
- Prescribing medications based on diagnosis
- Medication management of patients with pre-existing psychiatric diagnosis
- Treatment and management of patient across the life span with conditions ranging from Schizophrenia, Bipolar Spectrum disorders, Major depressive disorders, Anxiety disorders, Personality disorders, ADHD, Behavioral disorders in children and the elderly, and substance use disorder
- Interpretation and correction of laboratory results to help improve anxiety, depressive, and Bipolar disorder symptoms
- Utilizing Genomic results for treatment resistant patients and medication failures
- Management of support staff
- Utilization of telemedicine in the provision of care
- Physical exams for substance use detox facilities
- Management of patient stabilized on Suboxone and initiation of Vivitrol for management of Alcohol use disorder
PMHNP-BC
WELLSPACE HEALTH
SACRAMENTO, CA
11.2021 - 10.2022
- Diagnosis and treatment of psychiatric conditions using DSM-V
- Prescribing medications based on diagnosis
- Medication management of patients with pre-existing psychiatric diagnosis
- Treatment and management of patient across the life span with conditions ranging from Schizophrenia, Bipolar Spectrum disorders, Major depressive disorders, Anxiety disorders, Personality disorders, ADHD, Behavioral disorders in children and the elderly, and substance use disorder
- Interpretation and correction of laboratory results to help improve anxiety, depressive, and Bipolar disorder symptoms
- Utilizing Genomic results for treatment resistant patients and medication failures
- Management of support staff
- Utilization of telemedicine in the provision of care
- Physical exams for substance use detox facilities
- Management of patient stabilized on Suboxone and initiation of Vivitrol for management of Alcohol use disorder
CCRN ER RN
NORTHBAY MEDICAL CENTER
FAIRFIELD, CA
07.2017 - 12.2021
- Care of patient with acute psychiatric disorders, drug abuse, and alcohol withdrawal
- Care of patient post suicide attempts and 1:1 suicide watch
- Proactively learned new procedures and treatment protocols.
- Supported patient families and provided any needed assistance.
- Assisted physicians with procedures such as intubation, central line placement, and CT placement
- Monitored telemetry and responded to codes
- Educate families about patient conditions and provide support as needed.
- Managed life support equipment and IV administration of fluids and medications.
- Rapid Response Nurse (RRT)
- Care of patients post CABG and Valve repairs
- Preceptor for new hires
- Performs assessment/data collection in an on-going systematic manner, focusing on physiologic, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual and cognitive status; also nutrition, pain, patient/family education, family involvement and patient advocacy
- Medication administration and management including titrating infusions and pediatric medications
- Performs efficiently in emergency patient care situations following established protocols, remaining calm, informing appropriate persons, and documenting events
PMHNP-BC
TELECARE CORPORATION YOLO COUNTY PROGRAM
08.2021 - 11.2021
- Diagnosis and treatment of psychiatric conditions using DSM-V
- Prescribing medications based on diagnosis
- Medication management of patients with pre-existing psychiatric diagnosis
- Treatment and management of patients with severe mental illness (SMI)
- Prescription and management of long acting injections (LAI)
- Management of patients with SMI on clozapine and registration and updating on the REMs program
- Collaboration with interdisciplinary team in provision of care to clients
ICU Nurse
ERP INTERNATIONAL CONTRACTOR DAVID GRANT MEDICAL CENTER
FAIRFIELD, CA
06.2016 - 06.2017
- Complete flowchart reporting and computerized charting/RX request
- Liaise with multidisciplinary team for a holistic patient centered plan of care
- Delegate responsibilities to techs and nurses aides (one direct report each shift)
- Committed to compliance reporting and effective policy/program development
ICU Nurse
OAKBEND MEDICAL CENTER
RICHMOND, TX
10.2013 - 06.2016
- Experienced in vascular, cardiac, and ventilator care
- Management of Balloon pumps, post PCI, Stroke, CABG, and Post cardiac arrest patients
- Management and titration of vasoactive and antiarrhythmic medications
- Promoted independence by setting goals and delivering education on conditions medications and care methods
- Recorded patients' medical history vital statistics and test results in medical records
- Served as a Preceptor for New Graduate Nurses
- Charge Nurse and Relief House Supervisor
- Floated to Medical/Surgical floor and ER
- Care of patients post Suicide attempts, drug/alcohol withdrawal, and other chronic psychiatric disorders
ICU Nurse
KINDRED TOWN AND COUNTRY
HOUSTON, TX
11.2011 - 03.2014
- Assessed, planned, implemented, and developed plan of care for the critical care patients
- Utilized the nursing process in providing and coordinating care
- Demonstrated skills in: Arrhythmia recognition, invasive monitoring, advanced patient assessment, safe utilization of medications, advanced airway management, and ventilator care
- Management of septic patients on vasoactive medications
- Team member Code Blue Response Team
- Management of patient on insulin drip and brittle diabetic patients
ICU NURSE
SELECT SPECIALTY WEST
HOUSTON, TX
06.2009 - 03.2012
- Management of critically ill patients on drips and ventilator
- Care of patients withdrawing from substances such as alcohol and methamphetamine
- Care of patient post suicidal attempts and 1:1 suicide watch
SURGICAL SPECIALTY/ICU NURSE
OKLAHOMA UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER
OKLAHOMA CITY, OK
07.2007 - 06.2009
- Care of surgical patients with tracheostomy and abdominal surgeries
- Care and management of patients in shock, post cardiac arrest, G.I. Bleeds, insulin drips, etc.
- Management of critically ill ventilator dependent patients
- Managed patients with multiple health comorbidities
- Served as member of the Code Blue Response Team
- Severed as a Resource Nurse
- Preceptor for New Graduate Nurses
Education
Masters of Science in Nursing - Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing
University of South Alabama Nursing
Mobile, Alabama12-2020
Bachelor of Science- Nursing - undefined
Southwestern Oklahoma State University
Weatherford, Oklahoma05-2007
Skills
- Strong analytical, assessment, and communication skills, and ability to communicate with all levels of management and personnel
- Staff development
- Vascular care understanding
- Culturally sensitive
- Care of patients with emergent psychiatric conditions such as drug overdose, drug/alcohol withdrawal, post suicidal attempts, hallucinations, psychosis, dementia, manic phase, and delusions
- Psychiatric assessments and medication management training for patients with mood disorders, alcohol disorders, addiction, and depressive disorders, bipolar spectrum disorders
- Skilled cardiac care nurse
- New Graduate Nursing Preceptor
- Charge Nurse and Relief House supervisor
- Committed to compliance reporting
- IV placement and management
- Proven success planning, coordinating, and management of patient care across all disciplines
- Rapid Response Nurse (RRT)
- Care of patients post Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) and Valve repair
- Diagnosis and treatment of Child/Adolescents, adults, and geriatric patients with severe psychiatric disorders
Affiliations
- California Association of Nurse Practitioners March 2021
- University of South Alabama Nursing -Graduated with Honors
- Sigma Theta Tau 2020-12-10
- American Psychiatric Nurse Association January 2020
- President's Honor Roll, Summer 2003
- New student Orientation Leader summer 2003-Fall 2004
- Student Government Association (senate seat) 2004-2005
- Southwestern International Student Association -Member 2003-2007
- Delegate for Oklahoma Nursing Student Association Convention -Voting committee member
- Southwestern Oklahoma Student University Nursing student Association -Member fall 2005-May 2007
- Southwestern Oklahoma State University Nursing Student Association Oklahoma -Liaison Officer Fall 2006-May 2007
Certification
- PMHNP-BC ANCC Certification 2021-02-27
- California Board of Nursing and Texas Board of Nursing -Registered Nurse
- Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) Certified
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Trauma Care After Resuscitation (TCAR)
Timeline
PMHNP-BC
OPEN MINDS PSYCHIATRY
08.2022 - Current
PMHNP-BC
WELLSPACE HEALTH
11.2021 - 10.2022
PMHNP-BC
TELECARE CORPORATION YOLO COUNTY PROGRAM
08.2021 - 11.2021
CCRN ER RN
NORTHBAY MEDICAL CENTER
07.2017 - 12.2021
ICU Nurse
ERP INTERNATIONAL CONTRACTOR DAVID GRANT MEDICAL CENTER
06.2016 - 06.2017
ICU Nurse
OAKBEND MEDICAL CENTER
10.2013 - 06.2016
ICU Nurse
KINDRED TOWN AND COUNTRY
11.2011 - 03.2014
ICU NURSE
SELECT SPECIALTY WEST
06.2009 - 03.2012
SURGICAL SPECIALTY/ICU NURSE
OKLAHOMA UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER
07.2007 - 06.2009
Bachelor of Science- Nursing - undefined
Southwestern Oklahoma State University
Masters of Science in Nursing - Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing
University of South Alabama Nursing
Training
- North Houston Psychiatry PMHNP Clinical Rotation Outpatient Clinic (Child/Adolescent, Adults, and Geriatrics) January 2020 to July 2020
- Patterns Psychiatry PMHNP Clinical Rotation Outpatient Clinic (Child/Adolescent, Adults, and Geriatrics) October 2020 to December 2020
- Oceans Behavioral Hospital Abilene PMHNP Clinical Rotation Inpatient Hospital (Child/Adolescent, Adults, and Geriatrics) March 2021