Jennifer Owusu
New Rochelle,NY
Summary
Dedicated Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with a solid foundation in psychiatric nursing. Conducts comprehensive evaluations and develops care plans in collaboration with interdisciplinary teams, facilitating therapy sessions that enhance patient coping skills and emotional resilience.
Overview
1
1
Certification
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Nurse
Tri - Star Behavioral Health, Inc
Mount Vernon, NY
09.2024 - 05.2026
- Evaluated medication efficacy and side effects during follow-ups, recommending adjustments to optimize patient outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop care plans.
- Provided direct patient care in a mental health facility environment.
- Administered psychiatric medications under supervision, promoting adherence to treatment protocols.
- Conducted psychiatric assessments and gathered comprehensive histories to inform effective treatment planning.
PMHNP Student Clinician
NYP Hospital
White Plains, NY
08.2025 - 12.2025
- Conducted comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, collaborating with health care team to develop effective care plans.
- Assisted in medication management by monitoring patient responses and providing findings to preceptor for informed treatment adjustments.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions that improved patient coping skills and emotional resilience
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to support patient recovery and facilitate successful reintegration into community.
- Document patient encounters in EMR using structured psychiatric formats
- Westchester Behavioral health Center
Travel Registered Nurse, Psychiatry
Montefiore New Rochelle Hospital
New Rochelle, New York
05.2023 - 12.2024
- Administered medications according to physician orders.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to determine patient mental health status.
- Monitored patient progress and documented changes in behavior or condition.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions to promote peer support and communication skills.
Staff RN on GI Step-down Unit
Mount Sinai Hospital
New York, NY
10.2021 - 05.2023
- Delivered comprehensive nursing care to diverse patient populations on a busy medical-surgical unit, ensuring optimal recovery and patient satisfaction.
- Monitored patient conditions and administered medications while performing treatments to adhere to individualized care plans.
- Educated patients and families on disease processes, medications, and discharge instructions to promote understanding and support effective self-management.
Staff Psychiatric Nurse
Montefiore Medical Center
Bronx, NY
10.2018 - 10.2021
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses, ensuring effective treatment adjustments.
- Documented treatments, medications, and patient care details, supporting accurate medical records and continuity of care.
- Collaborated with medical professionals to coordinate patient care, improving overall treatment outcomes.
- Conducted patient screenings and evaluations to assess health conditions.
- Montefiore Medical Group
Education
Masters of Science - PMHNP
Stony Brook University
Stony Brook, NY05-2026
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Utica University
Utica, NY08-2017
Skills
- Psychiatric Evaluations
- Medication Management
- Group therapy facilitation
- CBT
- Clinical Documentation
- Patient education
- Communication skills
Certification
- Registered Nurse, New York State Board of Nursing, 741361
- Advance Practice Registered Nurse in Psychiatry Certification Renewal, 2027
- BLS for Healthcare Providers, American Heart Association (AHA), 2027
Volunteer Experience
North Bronx Church of Christ, Annual Health Seminar, 01/01/15, Present, Bronx, NY
Timeline
PMHNP Student Clinician
NYP Hospital
08.2025 - 12.2025
Staff Nurse
Tri - Star Behavioral Health, Inc
09.2024 - 05.2026
Travel Registered Nurse, Psychiatry
Montefiore New Rochelle Hospital
05.2023 - 12.2024
Staff RN on GI Step-down Unit
Mount Sinai Hospital
10.2021 - 05.2023
Staff Psychiatric Nurse
Montefiore Medical Center
10.2018 - 10.2021
Masters of Science - PMHNP
Stony Brook University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Utica University