Jacinda Ross, MSN, BSN, RN
Summary
Dynamic and qualified new graduate PMHNP with a robust foundation in mental health care and psychiatric nursing. Recognized for cultivating therapeutic relationships and implementing comprehensive, patient-centered care plans that enhance overall well-being. Expertise in conducting thorough assessments and delivering evidence-based interventions, complemented by a strong background in treatment planning and therapeutic strategies. Committed to fostering team collaboration and adapting to the evolving healthcare landscape, consistently advocating for patients while ensuring the highest standards of care are met.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
PMHNP Student
Emerald Cove Counseling
Sycamore, IL
09.2025 - 12.2025
- Engaged with preceptor to enhance therapeutic outcomes during private mental health sessions.
- Gained experience in therapeutic communication, complex cases, and billing
- Gained understanding on the relationship between clients seeking therapy and the collaboration with PMHNP and psychiatrists
- Provided education to preceptor on medications and their use in different mental health diagnoses
PMHNP Student
Rivier Counseling Group
Minooka, IL
09.2025 - 12.2025
- Collaborated with preceptor during mental health therapy sessions
- Gained skills in navigating virtual and in-person therapy sessions
- Obtained further insight into the benefits of therapy and short and long-term patient use of therapy
Tenured Nursing Faculty
Moraine Valley Community College
Palos Heights, IL
08.2022 - Current
- Instruct ADN students in courses such as health assessment lab, physical assessment lab, med-surg clinical in 1st/2nd/3rd/4th semesters as well as 4th semester students in their med-surg and Kaplan NCLEX prep classes
- Instruct 3rd semester students in a simulation course that covers various diagnoses such as cardiac, respiratory, RRT, and code blue situations
- Lead instructor for pediatrics course covering illness and preventative care across the lifespan
Agency Registered Nurse
BrightStar Care of Wheaton, IL
Wheaton, IL
06.2021 - Current
- Provide bedside care to patients in a variety of settings such as long-term care, rehab centers, assisted living, and home settings
- Manage home IV infusions such as TPN via PICC line and portable IV CADD pump
- Coordinate care for patients of varying acuity requiring medications via oral, IV, SQ, and IM routes
PMHNP Student
Sinai Medical GroupHoly Cross St Casimir
Chicago, IL
03.2025 - 05.2026
- Collaborated with preceptor to provide care to patients in the mental health outpatient clinic
- Administered long-acting injectable anti-psychotic medications
- Conducted psychiatric consultation visits with preceptor for new patients
- Provided check-in visits to outpatient clients who were admitted to the inpatient behavioral health unit
- Collaborated with IOP (Intensive Outpatient Program) level of care therapists for patients who were being seen in the outpatient clinic during their IOP days
Nursing Faculty
Rasmussen University
Romeoville, IL
06.2021 - 08.2022
- Instruct ADN students in courses such as med-surg 1 & 2, pharmacology clinical, med-surg 1 & 2 clinical, med-surg 3 clinical, role, scope, and leadership clinical, and pharmacology lab
- Status continues as an adjunct instructor
Admissions Nurse
Peace Hospice and Palliative Care
Naperville, IL
05.2020 - 06.2021
- Began as a patient care manager, then transitioned to an admissions nurse
- As a patient care manager I provided staffing and supervision of nurse case managers and CNAs in the field as well as staffing for nurses and CNAs. Rotated on call
- As an admissions nurse, worked (3) 12-hour shifts and met with new patients who were referred by their provider to hospice by their MD and assessed for appropriateness for hospice. Once hospice criteria were met, I performed the initial assessment, completed the admission, and provided education about the hospice process and medications to the patients and their families
- Peace Hospice and Palliative Care
Clinical Nurse Liaison
Residential Hospice
Downers Grove, IL
09.2018 - 05.2020
- Began employment as a home hospice RN case manager with a dual role in being a preceptor, presenting CEUs at facilities, and staff education to Residential nurses
- Facilitated seamless inpatient hospice care at Edward and Elmhurst hospitals, enhancing family understanding of services and obtaining necessary consents. Executed admissions and regular visits for hospice patients, while also extending care through home visits in the field.
Nursing Instructor
J'Renee College
Elgin, IL
05.2013 - 05.2015
- Supported nursing students through instruction in prerequisite courses: math, English, and anatomy & physiology. Assisted in supervision and guidance of nursing students during clinical rotations. Facilitated hands-on learning experiences in simulation lab on campus.
- Provided instruction on Med-Surg theory
Education
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) -
Lewis University
Romeoville, IL05-2026
Master of Science Nursing - undefined
Wilkes University
Wilkes-Barre, PA01-2017
Bachelor of Science Nursing - undefined
Aurora University
Aurora, IL06-2000
Skills
- Expert documentation
- Chart audits and review
- Staff education
- Leadership
- Patient and family support and education
- CEU Presentations
- IP, OP, & Consultation Behavioral Health clinical experience
- Program Coordinator for Moraine Valley Nursing Program for Fall 2025
- Clinical Coordinator for Moraine Valley BNA program from Summer 2025-Spring 2026
Accomplishments
Program Coordinator for Moraine Valley Fall 2025
Nursing Program for Fall 2025
Clinical Coordinator for Moraine Valley BNA Summer 2025-Spring 2026
IBHE Nurse Educator Scholarship recipient Fall 2024
Certification
Registered Nurse 041.323145
Certifications And Awards
- Registered Nurse
- BSN
- MSN
- Completing PMHNP, 2026-05-01
- Sigma Theta Tau, 2000
- John Alexander Leadership Award, 2000
- Who’s Who Among Students in American Colleges & Universities, 1999-2000
- National Society for Leadership & Success (NSLS) at Lewis University, 2025
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
PMHNP Student
Emerald Cove Counseling
09.2025 - 12.2025
PMHNP Student
Rivier Counseling Group
09.2025 - 12.2025
PMHNP Student
Sinai Medical GroupHoly Cross St Casimir
03.2025 - 05.2026
Tenured Nursing Faculty
Moraine Valley Community College
08.2022 - Current
Nursing Faculty
Rasmussen University
06.2021 - 08.2022
Agency Registered Nurse
BrightStar Care of Wheaton, IL
06.2021 - Current
Admissions Nurse
Peace Hospice and Palliative Care
05.2020 - 06.2021
Clinical Nurse Liaison
Residential Hospice
09.2018 - 05.2020
Nursing Instructor
J'Renee College
05.2013 - 05.2015
Master of Science Nursing - undefined
Wilkes University
Bachelor of Science Nursing - undefined
Aurora University
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) -
Lewis University