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Jama Bogart

Jama Bogart

Harrisonville,MO

Summary

Resourceful Nurse Practitioner committed to providing excellent care to patients of all ages. Expertise in performing admission assessments and discharges and participating in crisis interventions. Kind and caring professional 20 plus years of experience monitoring treatment of patients diagnosed with medical, mental health disabilities, illnesses and distress. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

42
42
years of professional experience

Work History

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Nevada Regional Medical Center
12.2021 - Current
  • Conducted thorough psychiatric evaluations to accurately diagnose mental health conditions and inform appropriate treatment decisions.
  • Maintained comprehensive, accurate, and timely electronic health records to support ongoing assessment and treatment planning efforts.
  • Utilized telehealth technologies as necessary 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.
  • Strengthened relationships with patients'' families by providing ongoing support, education, and guidance throughout the treatment process.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry best practices through continuous professional development opportunities and attending relevant conferences.
  • Mentored nursing students and new hires, fostering a supportive learning environment that encouraged professional growth.
  • Implemented culturally sensitive care approaches when working with diverse patient populations to ensure equitable access to quality mental healthcare services.
  • Reduced hospital readmissions by implementing evidence-based interventions focused on relapse prevention and management strategies.
  • Promoted mental health awareness within the community by organizing and participating in educational events and outreach programs.

Family Nurse Practitioner

Nevada Regional Medical Center
06.2005 - Current
  • Handled complex cases involving multiple comorbidities effectively by employing critical thinking skills and seeking expert consultations when necessary.
  • Performed comprehensive physical assessments, accurately diagnosing conditions, and determining appropriate interventions.
  • Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
  • Performed patient physicals and compared and contrasted results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment.
  • Utilized evidence-based and holistic approaches to care in family practice settings.
  • Managed acute and chronic illnesses, developing personalized treatment plans that addressed patients'' unique needs.
  • Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs, and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
  • Provided preventive care such as well-child checks, adult physicals, and gynecological examinations.
  • Educated and guided patients on disease prevention and healthy lifestyle habits to prevent Type-2 diabetes and other complications.
  • Coordinated referrals for specialty services and additional care.
  • Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatments accordingly.
  • Served as a preceptor for nursing students, fostering their clinical skills development in primary care settings.
  • Prescribed appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities to support health and comfort of patients.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement holistic care approaches for chronic disease management.
  • Developed strong relationships with local healthcare providers to facilitate seamless coordination of referrals for specialized services.
  • Optimized clinic operations, contributing to improved patient access and reduced wait times for appointments.
  • Administered immunizations and performed other preventive health measures.

Clinic Director

Show Me Challenge
06.2000 - 12.2004
  • Assessed staffing needs, hired qualified personnel, and provided ongoing professional development opportunities for all team members.
  • Ensured optimal use of clinical space by managing schedules efficiently.
  • Enhanced patient care with the development of comprehensive treatment plans tailored to individual needs.
  • Promoted a supportive work environment by fostering teamwork and open communication among staff members.
  • Optimized workflow processes that resulted in reduced wait times for patients seeking appointments or assistance from our clinicians.
  • Managed budgets and resources to ensure financial stability while maintaining high-quality services.
  • Streamlined clinic operations for increased efficiency through staff training and process improvements.
  • Analyzed and reported patient data to identify areas of improvement and facilitate decision-making.
  • Hired, trained and supervised employees to maintain team of high performers.
  • Enforced maintenance of clean and organized work environment in compliance with safety and sanitation regulations.
  • Coordinated with healthcare professionals to verify proper implementation of patient treatment plans.
  • Provided direct care to patients by assessing, diagnosing and treating illnesses.
  • Developed and updated policies and procedures, maintaining compliance with guidelines relating to HIPAA, benefits administration and general liability.
  • Ordered all pharmacy supplies and kept check on inventory levels.
  • Collaborated with executive leadership on strategic planning efforts aimed at long-term growth and sustainability of the clinic facility.
  • Oversaw successful accreditation processes, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.

Registered Nurse

Heartland Behavioral Health
09.1982 - 05.2000
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Managed care from admission to discharge.
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
  • Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
  • Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
  • Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
  • Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
  • Provided didactic and clinical instructions to orient new nurses and potential student nurses to achieve training outcomes.
  • Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation by consistently operating to highest standards of care.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
  • Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
  • Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
  • Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
  • Reported findings to quality departments after conducting routine restraint audits and worked with team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies.

Education

Post Graduate in Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing - Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing

Maryville University of Saint Louis
St Louis, MO
12.2020

Doctorate of Nursing Practice - Nursing Practice

Pittsburg State University
Pittsburg, KS
12.2016

Master of Science - Nursing Practice

Pittsburg State University
Pittsburg, KS
07.2004

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Pittsburg State University
Pittsburg, KS
05.1997

Associate of Science - Nursing

Ft. Scott Community College
Fort Scott, KS
05.1986

Skills

  • Medication Management
  • Psychiatric evaluation
  • Outpatient mental health services
  • Clinical Documentation
  • Multidisciplinary Collaboration
  • Inpatient psychiatric care
  • Geriatric Mental Health
  • Patient Health Education
  • Clinical Supervision
  • Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
  • Interpersonal Communication

Timeline

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Nevada Regional Medical Center
12.2021 - Current

Family Nurse Practitioner

Nevada Regional Medical Center
06.2005 - Current

Clinic Director

Show Me Challenge
06.2000 - 12.2004

Registered Nurse

Heartland Behavioral Health
09.1982 - 05.2000

Post Graduate in Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing - Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing

Maryville University of Saint Louis

Doctorate of Nursing Practice - Nursing Practice

Pittsburg State University

Master of Science - Nursing Practice

Pittsburg State University

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Pittsburg State University

Associate of Science - Nursing

Ft. Scott Community College
Jama Bogart