Jerin Charuvil
Snellville,GA
Summary
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills, eager to secure an entry-level PMHNP position. Seeking a full-time role that offers professional challenges to utilize interpersonal skills and problem-solving abilities. Possesses a strong work ethic and is driven to work independently. Strong organizational and teamwork abilities, with experience in process improvement. Dependable, meticulous, and adept at handling several tasks at once while maintaining a positive outlook. Willing to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Holds 6 years of case management experience, 11 years of RN experience, and 4.5 years of discharge planning experience in the hospital setting. Previous experience in utilizing EMR systems such as Meditech, EPIC, Citrix, Cerner, Healthy Return System, and Insight.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Practicum Student
Walden University
11.2022 - 02.2024
- Enhanced practicum experience by collaborating with multidisciplinary team members and integrating their feedback.
- Developed client rapport through empathetic listening and effective communication, contributing to positive therapeutic outcomes.
- Utilized culturally sensitive approaches when working with diverse populations, fostering an inclusive environment that catered to all clients'' needs.
- Assisted in conducting assessments, gathering essential data for accurate diagnosis and tailored intervention strategies.
- Collaborated closely with supervisors to discuss case progressions, receive guidance on best practices, and ensure ethical decisionmaking.
- Gained proficiency in various therapeutic modalities through hands-on application during practicum placement.
- Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability in adjusting treatment plans to accommodate changes in client circumstances or new information.
- Evaluated client progress regularly, using feedback to refine therapeutic approaches and continually improve outcomes for individuals served.
- Conducted intake interviews to gather relevant background information, enabling the development of appropriate treatment plans.
- Maintained thorough documentation, ensuring accurate case records for both legal compliance and ongoing treatment purposes.
Public Health Nurse, RN – Contract Position (Corporate Temps Associate)
DEKALB COUNTY BOARD OF HEALTH
11.2022 - 09.2023
- Provides professional nursing care in accordance with nurse protocols, policies, and/or procedures
- Focuses on the prevention of illness, injury, or disability, the promotion of health, and maintenance of the health of populations
- Cares for populations with special needs during disasters/emergencies and biological and chemical protocols
- Assess client health problems and needs, document patient encounters in a clear and concise manner, and maintain medical records
- Administers vaccines and medications to both children and adult populations
- Advise clients on health maintenance and disease prevention or provide case management
- Develops and implements nursing care plans and maintains accurate, detailed reports and client records
- Provide education to clients and families.
Care Coach, RN (Remote)
CATASYS/ONTRAK INC. – ONTRAK PROGRAM
07.2019 - 04.2022
- Responsible for engagement, enrollment, and coordination of care to improve the health and quality of life for members experiencing anxiety, depression, chronic pain management, weight loss, substance use disorder, and relapse management
- Utilize existing clinical and functional assessments of client progress, employ targeted intervention and education, and coordinate care pertaining to client-identified issue(s)
- Coordinate member care throughout the treatment continuum: medical intervention, relapse prevention, treatment of co-morbid conditions, and issues identified through the individual care plan
- Utilizes motivational interviewing, enhancement, and relapse prevention guidelines in telephonic communication with clients
- Usage of the treatment program and the electronic documentation platform
- Provide exemplary customer service to and member-centric focus for, all clients
- Communicates or requests information from providers in complete compliance with confidentiality standards and in a manner that generates cooperation
- Works jointly with the Clinical Operations Coordinator and Community Care Coordinator to support member referral, engagement, and enrollment into the Ontrak program
- Supports enhancement of the digital tools by providing feedback to the development team and performing ad hoc system testing as indicated.
Behavioral Health, RN - Crisis Stabilization Unit (PRN position)
VIEWPOINT HEALTH
11.2018 - 05.2020
- Provides general nursing care services within the legal scope of nursing practice and standards developed by the profession, Nurse Practice Act, and regulatory agencies
- Uses professional nursing processes, including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation, while carrying out nursing responsibilities
- Assesses health care needs of consumers through a variety of routine interdisciplinary assessments, and develops, implements, and evaluates individualized nursing and health care plans accordingly
- Responds to emergency health care needs of the consumers.
- Implemented crisis intervention strategies as needed to maintain client safety and well-being during critical moments.
- Performs health screenings of consumers
- Collects and records data specific to the health status of consumers.
- Administers medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians
- Reduced instances of aggressive behaviors among patients by employing crisis intervention techniques and non-violent de-escalation methods.
- Instructs consumers in treatment methods prescribed by physicians or interdisciplinary treatment teams.
- Collaborates to develop guidelines/protocols for medical and health care needs
- Participates in interdisciplinary planning meetings and recommends changes in nursing and health care programs and/or in the care of consumers
- Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.
RN–PRN—ER
GWINETT MEDICAL CENTER
01.2019 - 04.2019
- Patient care in ER unit, adeptly handling all aspects of treatment from medication to wound care to monitor for number patients per shift
- Float pool, various units
- Oversaw and managed number clinical and support staff in patient care activities while maintaining a high level of staff morale and professionalism.
RN Case Manager (Remote)
BLUE CROSS BLUE SHIELD OF GA
11.2015 - 09.2018
- Ensures member access to services appropriate to their health needs
- Conducts assessments to identify individual needs and a specific care management plan to address objectives and goals as identified during assessment
- Implements care plan by facilitating authorizations/referrals as appropriate within benefits structure or through extra-contractual arrangements
- Coordinates internal and external resources to meet identified needs
- Monitors and evaluates effectiveness of the care management plan and modifies as necessary
- Interfaces with Medical Directors and Physician Advisors on the development of care management treatment plans
- Negotiates rates of reimbursement, as applicable
- Assists in problem solving with providers, claims or service issues.
Registered Nurse
EMORY UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL
07.2014 - 12.2016
- Delivered safe, dependable, and effective care to a patient population independently utilizing the nursing process
- Demonstrated developed assessment skills
- Acquired knowledge and experience to respond to changes in clinical situations
- Used Synergy Model for Care in practice and used this knowledge to personalize care for each patient/family
- Served as a resource to colleagues and strong advocate for patients/families
- Communicated effectively and respectfully with the patient, the patient's family, and other members of the healthcare team
- Recognized the impact of nursing care on patient outcomes
- Continued to recognize own performance limitations but required minimal assistance
- Documented the nursing process accurately and in the appropriate format (e.g
- Computer, clinical pathway, chart)
- Planned and implemented patient care independently
- Utilized patient/family input and goals in planning plan of care
- Evaluated patient's response to planned care and adjusts plan of care as appropriate
- Identified patient and family learning needs and makes recommendations to resources regarding those needs
- Incorporates AACN Synergy Model into clinical practice
- Utilized resources in a responsible manner with a focus on cost containment
- Demonstrated effective listening skills
- Reduced barriers to facilitate communication
- Utilized effective conflict resolution skills
- Individualizes care based upon the knowledge of the patient and the family
- Recognized needs and advocates for patient based on knowledge of condition.
Workforce Wellness Health RN (PRN)
KAISER PERMANENTE
09.2015 - 10.2016
- Addressed barriers with focus on care gaps and patient goals
- Scheduled appointments within the appropriate discipline based on proactive care needs
- Administered vaccines/ immunizations according to organization police and protocols
- Performed manual blood pressure, weight / height, BMI, cholesterol and glucose sticks using a Cholesterol machine
- Provided education based on national guidelines specific to the screening test results
- Provided education on reducing risk factors, healthy lifestyle choices, and referred to appropriate resources
- Sets-up, performed, and/or assisted with procedures as appropriate
- Triaged walk-in patients as needed or assigned
- Reviewed client consent and other forms for completeness and legibility before offering services
- Accurately documented patient assessment, data, actions, interventions, and patient response according to established guidelines and policies
- Assisted with event setting / closing; ensured all equipment and forms are stored and tracked appropriately
- Used critical thinking and clinical assessment skills to handle emergency situations, i.e
- Reaction to vaccine/ immunization
- Responded effectively to member / patient concerns
- Demonstrated customer service skills to include diplomacy, patience, problem solving with a range of clientele
- Completed other department-specific procedures and nursing care within scope of practice and skill.
Registered Nurse
ST MARY'S HOSPITAL
01.2013 - 07.2014
- Delivered safe, dependable and effective care to a patient population independently utilized the nursing process
- Demonstrated developed assessment skills
- Recognized the impact of nursing care on patient outcomes
- Documented the nursing process accurately and in the appropriate format (e.g
- Computer, clinical pathway, chart)
- Planned and implemented patient care independently
- Utilized patient/family input and goals in planning plan of care
- Evaluated patient's response to planned care and adjusted plan of care as appropriate
- Identified patient and family learning needs and made recommendations to resources regarding those needs
- Incorporated AACN Synergy Model into clinical practice
- Utilized resources in a responsible manner with a focus on cost containment
- Demonstrated effective listening skills
- Utilized effective conflict resolution skills
- Individualized care based upon the knowledge of the patient and the family
- Recognized needs and advocates for patient based on knowledge of condition
- Recognized that cultural differences need to be considered in developing patient and family relationships (focus on identifying cultural norms)
- Identified and implemented a course of action in non-routine situations
- Respected and maintained confidential information
- Collected, reported, analyzed and provided data on an ongoing basis and as required by physician and/or interdisciplinary teams in accordance with organization standards
- Revised and evaluated effectiveness of patient care documentation
- Used interviews, surveys, focus groups and questionnaires to identify and resolves areas for improvement.
Education
Master of Science - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
WALDEN UNIVERSITY
Minnesota City, MN02.2024
Bachelor of Science -
EBEN EZER COLLEGE OF NURSING
India 09.2009
High School Diploma -
DACULA HIGH SCHOOL
DACULA, GA05.2005
Skills
- Working knowledge of word processing software, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, and Excel
- Knowledge of contract language and application
- Strong communication (oral and written) and customer service skills Active Listening
- Demonstrated organizational and presentation skills
- Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion
- Ability to work independently, prioritize effectively, and make sound decisions
- Ability to work in an autonomous environment and a leadership capacity
- Excellent analytical skills to problem solve and remedy issues immediately/conflict management
- Time Management
- Positive Attitude
- Fast Learner
- Attention to Detail
Certification
- PMHNP-BC: Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (Across the Lifespan) Certification, 10/19/2022, 10/2024
- NBHWC - Emory University Health Coach Certification (Motivational Interviewing), 2021
- CPR Certification, 10/19/2022, 10/2024
- HIPAA & OSHA Training, 10/2022
- BCLS, 10/25/2018, 10/2020
- CPI, 11/02/2018, 11/02/2019
- C-SSRS Training, 11/07/2018, 11/07/2020
- ACLS, 01/16/2019, 01/2021
- Maintenance of continuing education appropriate to health care settings, both clinical and non-clinical. (Case Management, Health Education, and other areas)
Accomplishments
- 100% on Quality Evaluations – Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia, State Health Benefit Plan.
- Rookie of the year 2015 – Emory Orthopedic and Spine Hospital.
- Nursing Excellence Award 2015 - Emory Orthopedic and Spine Hospital.
- Excellent Customer Service Award 2014 – St. Mary's Hospital, Athens.
- Award for above and beyond patient care in 2014 - St. Mary's Hospital, Athens.
- Several positive written comments from patients and families for excellent care.
Languages
Malayalam
Native or Bilingual
Tamil
Limited Working
Timeline
Public Health Nurse, RN – Contract Position (Corporate Temps Associate)
DEKALB COUNTY BOARD OF HEALTH
11.2022 - 09.2023
Practicum Student
Walden University
11.2022 - 02.2024
Care Coach, RN (Remote)
CATASYS/ONTRAK INC. – ONTRAK PROGRAM
07.2019 - 04.2022
RN–PRN—ER
GWINETT MEDICAL CENTER
01.2019 - 04.2019
Behavioral Health, RN - Crisis Stabilization Unit (PRN position)
VIEWPOINT HEALTH
11.2018 - 05.2020
RN Case Manager (Remote)
BLUE CROSS BLUE SHIELD OF GA
11.2015 - 09.2018
Workforce Wellness Health RN (PRN)
KAISER PERMANENTE
09.2015 - 10.2016
Registered Nurse
EMORY UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL
07.2014 - 12.2016
Registered Nurse
ST MARY'S HOSPITAL
01.2013 - 07.2014
Master of Science - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
WALDEN UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Science -
EBEN EZER COLLEGE OF NURSING
High School Diploma -
DACULA HIGH SCHOOL