JENNIFER CASCHETTA
PMHNP-BC
Palm Beach Gardens,Florida
Summary
Experienced PMHNP-BC with a diverse clinical nursing background, offering over 15 years of hands-on experience in various healthcare settings. Specializing in Dual Diagnosis, Detox, and inpatient psychiatric care for 14 years, I provide comprehensive and evidence-based care, bringing advanced clinical insights to mental health nursing. Proficient in EMR charting, medication administration, and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration, my goal is to optimize patient outcomes through quality-focused and efficient care. A compassionate communicator, I excel at building strong patient relationships and creating supportive environments essential for healing and recovery. Dedicated to working collaboratively, supporting team members, and upholding high standards of patient care. Confident that my experience and approach will add value to any healthcare team, I bring dedication, skill, and a team-player mindset to every role.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
PMHNP-BC
Health Haven LLC
West Palm Beach, FL
04.2023 - Current
- Conduct thorough psychiatric evaluations to accurately diagnose mental health conditions and inform appropriate treatment decisions.
- Streamline medication management processes by regularly reviewing prescriptions for effectiveness, potential interactions, and side effects.
- Develop strong therapeutic alliances with patients through active listening skills and empathic understanding of their personal experiences.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry best practices through continuous professional development opportunities and attending relevant conferences.
- Strengthen relationships with patients'' families by providing ongoing support, education, and guidance throughout the treatment process.
PMHNP-BC
Mandala Healing Center
West Palm Beach, FL
08.2023 - Current
- Conduct thorough psychiatric evaluations to accurately diagnose mental health conditions and inform appropriate treatment decisions.
- Develop strong therapeutic alliances with patients through active listening skills and empathic understanding of their personal experiences.
- Enhance patient adherence to treatment protocols by educating individuals and families on disease management and prevention strategies.
- Optimize medication management protocols to minimize side effects and maximize therapeutic benefits for patients with psychiatric conditions.
Registered Nurse, Psychiatry
Neurobehavioral Hospitals
04.2022 - 04.2023
- Work as registered nurse in a large inpatient Psychiatric Hospital/Baker Act Hospital
- Assess patients' mental and physical status based on the presenting symptoms and complaints
- Evaluate patients' behavior to formulate diagnoses or assess treatments
- Document patients' medical and psychological histories, physical assessment results, diagnoses, treatment plans, prescriptions, or outcomes
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members, including psychiatrists, psychologists, or nursing staff, to develop, implement, or evaluate treatment plans
- Administered medications per MD orders and monitored for side effects and medication effectiveness
- Responsible for up to 11 inpatient clients per shift
- Performed daily assessments, documented in CERNER and administered medications.
Registered Nurse, Psychiatry
Delray Medical Center FOP
10.2020 - 12.2021
- I worked as a staff nurse at Fair Oaks Pavillion, the inpatient psychiatric unit for the hospital
- Performed assessments, administered medications, crisis stabilization, admissions and discharges
- Worked collaboratively with psychiatrists, medical providers and case managers to ensure the best care for our patients.
Director of Nursing
The Beach House Recovery Center
11.2019 - 08.2020
- Established work schedules and assignments for a staff of 42 nurse, according to workload, space and equipment availability for a 107 bed inpatient Substance Abuse/Dual Diagnosis facility
- Maintained awareness of advances in medicine, computerized diagnostic and treatment equipment, data processing technology, government regulations, health insurance changes, and financing options
- Monitored the use of diagnostic services, inpatient beds, facilities, and staff to ensure effective use of resources and assess the need for additional staff, equipment, and services
- Was responsible for making sure that the nursing department was following state and federal guidelines as well as staying compliant with DCF and JCAHO
- I was in charge of the pharmacy and for ordering and inventory for all prescription medications, over-the-counter medications and all control substances
- Participated in daily meeting with department supervisors to discuss patient diagnosis, treatment plans and on going treatment for patients in all levels of care.
Registered Nurse
The Watershed Treatment Center
08.2008 - 08.2019
- Assessed and treated patients in a dual diagnosis/Mental Health setting
- I worked with a treatment team of psychiatrists, medical doctors, therapists, nurses, and case managers for the best mental and physical outcome for patients
- Educated patients on medication administration and management for psychiatric and detox medications
- Worked in a charge nurse capacity to coordinate patient assignments
- Oversaw and evaluated the performance of staff nurses, providing feedback, mentoring, and contributing to staff professional development.
Registered Nurse
Bethesda Hospital East
07.2007 - 02.2008
- Bethesda Hospital
- Worked in the ICU step-down unit taking care of critically ill patients and stabilizing them before they were transferred to lower level of care
- Ordered, performed, or interpreted the results of diagnostic tests such as complete blood counts (CBCs), electrocardiograms (EKGs), and radiographs (x-rays)
- Analyzed and interpret patients' histories, symptoms, physical findings, or diagnostic information to develop appropriate diagnoses.
Nurse Intern
Bethesda Hospital East-SICU
01.2007 - 06.2007
- Bethesda Hospital East
- Worked with registered nurses and other PCAs to take care of patients in the surgical ICU
- Responsible for vitals signs, performing EKGs, assisting with ADLs and transporting patients to test outside of the ICU.
Education
Master of Science - Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
University of South Alabama
Mobile, AL12.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Florida Atlantic University
Boca Raton, FL06.2010
Associate Degree In Nursing-RN -
Palm Beach State College
Lake Worth, FL05.2007
Skills
- Patient Condition Monitoring
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Team Collaboration
- Therapeutic Interventions
- Compassionate and Caring
- Active Listening
- Patient Observation
- Treatment Recommendations
Hobbies
I enjoy traveling with my family. Cruises and Disney are our favorites. We also enjoy our 2 dogs.
Timeline
PMHNP-BC
Mandala Healing Center
08.2023 - Current
PMHNP-BC
Health Haven LLC
04.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse, Psychiatry
Neurobehavioral Hospitals
04.2022 - 04.2023
Registered Nurse, Psychiatry
Delray Medical Center FOP
10.2020 - 12.2021
Director of Nursing
The Beach House Recovery Center
11.2019 - 08.2020
Registered Nurse
The Watershed Treatment Center
08.2008 - 08.2019
Registered Nurse
Bethesda Hospital East
07.2007 - 02.2008
Nurse Intern
Bethesda Hospital East-SICU
01.2007 - 06.2007
Master of Science - Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
University of South Alabama
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Florida Atlantic University
Associate Degree In Nursing-RN -
Palm Beach State College
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