Janet Jimmerson, DNP, PMHNP-BC, FNP-C

• Psychiatric evaluation and medication management services for Residential Facilities, for dual diagnosis program SDU & Mental Health
• Diagnose and treat mental health, emotional and substance abuse disorders.
• Evaluate Substance Use Disorder clients for and MAT ( Medication-Assisted Treatment ) services and prescribed medications as needed
• Assessed need for, ordered, obtained and interpreted appropriate lab tests.
• Managed the pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment of various mental health disorders
• Coordination with Multi-Disciplinary teams to provide psychiatric services to adult clients with substance abuse disorder and behavioral health issues

• Provided mental health support to patients across the Lifespan from ages 5 years old and beyond.
• Evaluating, Diagnosing, and Treating clients with Mood Disorders, Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Dementia, PTSD, Substance Abuse, Addiction, Sexual Identity Disorder, and Serious Mental Illness
• Evaluated patients for psychiatric services, psychotropic medications, and non-pharmacologic interventions
• Supportive therapy, medication management, MAT services
• Monitored patients prescribed psychotropic medications to assess the medications’ effectiveness and side effects
• Educated and guided clients in understanding illnesses and treatment plans
• Collaborated closely with treatment team to appropriately coordinate client care services.

• Provider of Behavioral Health Services in a variety of settings including ALF, SNF, and Virtual Clinic via telehealth
• Provides psychiatric consultation, diagnostic and treatment services to patients, including medication management and crisis intervention services.
• Utilized multi-modal diagnostic tools to diagnose and treat patients with memory difficulties and dementia.
• Communicated with collaborating physicians or specialists regarding patient care
• Maintained any documentation required by state or facility guidelines to demonstrate compliance
• Coordinated with medical, paramedical professionals and families to provide appropriate input and effectively formulate and implement treatment plans for patients.

• Provided residential inpatient and outpatient Mental health services for clients in various stages of addiction and recovery
• Providing psychiatric evaluations, diagnosis & treatment; crisis stabilization; medication prescription; recommending rehabilitation services, and coordination with community providers as necessary
• Evaluated Substance Use Disorder clients for and MAT ( Medication-Assisted Treatment ) services and prescribed medications as needed
• Assessed need for, ordered, obtained and interpreted appropriate lab tests.
• Managed the pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment of various mental health disorders
• Coordination with Multi-Disciplinary teams to provide psychiatric services to adult clients with substance abuse disorder and behavioral health issues

• Diagnose and treat acute, episodic or chronic mental disorders and illnesses
• Conducted psychiatric evaluations and executed medication management for individual clients via tele-health
• Development of an individualized treatment plan for each client
• Provide general counseling, supportive therapy, and referrals as needed
• Educated and guided clients in understanding illnesses and treatment plans

• Telephonic after-hours Provider for Long Term Care Facilities and Optum/ United Health Group Community clients.
• Prescribed medications or treatments based on patient medical assessments.
• Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
• Face to Face House Calls provider conducting Risk Assessments in clients homes
• Educated and guided patients on disease prevention and healthy lifestyle habits
• Provided preventive care such as well-child checks, adult physicals, .
• Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs, and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
• Coordinated with physicians, specialists, and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions.
• Type-2 diabetes and other complications.
• Coordinated care with other healthcare professionals, promoting optimal patient outcomes.

• Coordinated referrals for specialty services and additional care.
• Educated and guided patients on disease prevention and healthy lifestyle habits through diet, nutrition and medication assisted programs.
• Prescribed appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities to support health and comfort of patients.
• Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs, and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
• Assisted in development of clinical protocols and standards of care.
• Coordinated care with other healthcare professionals, promoting optimal patient outcomes.

• Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs, and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
• Coordinated with physicians, specialists, and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions.
• Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
• Provided preventive care such as well-child checks, adult physicals, and gynecological examinations.
• Performed patient physicals and compared and contrasted results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment.
• Educated and guided patients on disease prevention and healthy lifestyle habits to prevent Type-2 diabetes and other complications.
• Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.

• Independent Contractor. Conducted Comprehension and Pension Examinations for Veterans.
• Performed patient physicals and compared and contrasted results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment.
• Assisted in development of clinical protocols and standards of care.

• Performed patient physicals and compared and contrasted results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment.
• Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
• Coordinated with physicians, specialists, and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions.
• Educated and guided patients on disease prevention and healthy lifestyle habits to prevent Type-2 diabetes and other complications.
• Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
• Facilitated patient referrals to specialists and other healthcare providers.

• Educated and guided patients on disease prevention and healthy lifestyle habits.
• Coordinated with physicians, specialists, and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions.
• Provided preventive care such as wellness checks, adult physicals, and health risk assessments.
• Attended continuing education seminars and workshops to stay current with best practices.
• Informed patients and families on disease prevention and health promotion.
• Utilized customized patient teaching tools to support patients.

• Primary Care Provider for patients ages 13 and above in a clinic setting
• Primary care Provider for geriatric patients in acute and long-term care facilities
• Provided preventive care such as well-child checks, adult physicals, and gynecological examinations
• Perform history and physical assessments for clients of all ages
• Assessment, diagnosis, development of plan of care and treatment, implementation of treatment plan,and evaluation of patient status
• Ordering and interpreting diagnostic and therapeutic tests
• Prescribing appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment

•Perform history and physical for acute and chronically ill geriatric patients in their homes and in acute and long term care facilities.

•Assessment, diagnosis, development of plan of care and treatment, implementation of treatment plan, and evaluation of patient status

•Ordering and interpreting diagnostic and therapeutic tests

•Prescribing appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment

•Facilitating the patient's transition within and between health care settings

•Collaborating with multidisciplinary team members

• Registered Nurse on Oncology, Med-Surg, and Telemetry units

• Oversaw delivery of care for patients on medical-surgical unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of RN's, LPNs, technicians, and unit clerks.
• Managed care from admission to discharge.
• Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.

• Preceptor for new nurses and nursing students

• Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
• Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
• Provided didactic and clinical instructions to orient new nurses and potential student nurses to achieve training outcomes.
• Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
• Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
• Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
• Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.

• Providing patient education about medications, procedures, disease processes, etc.

• Performing patient assessments

• Performing minor procedures (removal of drains, sutures, staples, etc)

• Assisting with bedside procedures (thoracentesis, paracentesis, central line insertion, bone marrow biopsies, etc)

• Administering, monitoring, and regulating cardiac drips

• Developing nursing plans of care

• Admitting and discharge planning

• Providing patient education about medications, procedures, disease processes, etc.

• Supervising other RN's, LPN's, and CNA's.

• Preceptor for new nurses and nursing students

• Maintaining patients' records and assuring confidentiality

Charge nurse in Pediatric Clinic

Staff Nurse for Labor and Delivery Unit

• Managing the care of and monitoring the progress of pregnant and laboring patients •

Managing the care of newborn infants

• Circulating nurse in Cesarean Section deliveries and Tubal ligation

• Scrub nurse in Cesarean Section Deliveries and tubal ligations

• Assisting physicians in vaginal deliveries, pap smears, and various other female procedures

• Assisting the CRNA/anesthesiologist with the placement of epidural catheters,

:• Managed the operation of the pediatric clinic

• Supervision of other RN's and LPN

• Medication administration

• Performing Well-child assessments for Kid-Med patients

• Maintaining, updating, and auditing immunization records

• Assisting and performing minor clinic procedures

• Pediatric Home Care Nurse Duties

• Care provider for children with disabilities, acute and chronic illnesses

• Medication administration

• Administration of respiratory treatments

• Conducted Home and environmental assessment

• Implemented medication administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
• Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
• Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.

• Managing the care of clients in a long term care facility

• Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
• Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
• Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
• Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
• Coordinated patient transfers to other facilities.
• Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
• Administered medications and injections to patients.
• Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
• Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.