Jerod L. Johnson
Brentwood,TN
Summary
Recent graduate with foundational knowledge in psychiatric nursing and hands-on experience gained through academic projects and preceptorship experience. Demonstrates strong teamwork, problem-solving, and time-management skills. Prepared to start career and make meaningful contributions with commitment and drive. Worked over 10 years as a licensed mental health counselor prior to obtaining psychiatric nursing experience.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mental Health Cooperative
Nashville, TN
08.2025 - Current
- Perform psychiatric nursing assessments and medication management for consumers in EPS setting.
- Interpret and process Provider’s medication orders for the consumer.
- Provide medication teaching/education for consumers.
- Provide on-going assessment of consumers while in EPS.
- Observe and record consumer’s use of medication as prescribed.
- Perform medical clearances as needed.
- Provide referrals to hospitalization, diversion services, or other recommended disposition.
- Work collaboratively with all disciplines within the Emergency Psychiatric Services team.
- Screen for substance toxicity, intoxication, and withdrawal symptoms.
- Demonstrates professional demeanor in all settings and situations.
- Seeks to improve efficiencies and care, suggesting innovative ways to provide for Consumer’s needs.
- Complete medication audits as outlined by the agency.
Vanderbilt University, School of Nursing
Nashville, TN
08.2023 - 07.2024
- Clinical student nurse experience: Rotated through Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC), Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt, Rolling Hills Hospital
- Assisted with treating acute illnesses and managed chronic illnesses
- Assisted with patient care planning, documentation, collaborative care, medication management, patient assessments
- Performed physical examinations and completed patient histories
- Completed rigorous academic curriculum in the classroom setting and clinical setting
Behavioral Health Consultant
Opex Solution, Inc.
Smyrna, TN
12.2022 - 08.2023
- Aided in improving care, management in behavioral health management (BHM), and credential management
- Provided BHM support services from initial to follow-up Soldier interviews, review of documentation and SSO guidance
- Worked with Care Coordinators to request documentation, update MEDCHART, and processed administrative tasks.
- Tracked behavioral health status of all assigned soldiers.
- Submitted medical charting in MEDCHART
- Tracked Soldier treatment plans with appropriate medical facilities
- Submitted case processing, medical documentation, and profile concerns to military/contacted providers
- Attended Medical Readiness Event (MRE) as needed
- Followed the regulations and policies applicable to Individual Medical Readiness (IMR) and deployment
- Placed medical documentation from Soldier, unit, or medical provider in appropriate electronic record and Soldiers Treatment Record (STR)
- Maintained HIPAA Act of 1996 standards and guidelines
- Reviewed and tracked health assessment (MRE) behavioral health consults, contacted service members, and educated on lifestyle modifications
Licensed Professional Counselor
Argenta Counseling
North Little Rock, AR
03.2021 - 07.2022
- Provided individual therapy and marriage and family therapy to diverse patient populations
- Developed master treatment plan and treatment plans consistent with evidence-based practice guidelines
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team to coordinate care and make appropriate referrals
- Developed master treatment plan and treatment plan reviews consistent with evidence-based research
- Utilized eye movement desensitization reprocessing (EMDR) and Brainspotting treatment modalities
Licensed Professional Therapist
Chenal Family Therapy
West Little Rock, AR
05.2019 - 03.2021
- Completed diagnostic evaluations in a thorough and timely manner
- Provided individual therapy, group therapy, and marriage and family therapy services
- Developed master treatment plan and treatment plan reviews consistent with evidence-based research
- Consulted with support staff and debriefing with clinical staff to address patient’s mental health needs
Licensed Professional Therapist
Perspectives Behavioral Health Management, LLC
Fort Smith, AR
07.2017 - 11.2019
- Completed diagnostic evaluations, master treatment plans, and revised treatment plans based on necessity and evidence-based practices
- Participated in clinical supervision, consulted with Director of Clinical Care, and attending physicians as necessary and appropriate
- Maintained medical records and participated in quality improvement initiatives
- Supervised clinical services of 6 behavioral health paraprofessionals and discussed cases weekly
- Provided individual counseling, group counseling, and crisis services for patients in the following treatment settings: outpatient, school-based, and adult day treatment
Education
Master of Science - Nursing, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Program
Vanderbilt University, School of Nursing
Nashville, TNAccelerated-Bridge Registered Nursing Program - PreSpecialty
Nashville, TNMaster of Science - Mental Health and Clinical Counseling
Southern Arkansas University
Magnolia, ARBachelor of Science - Psychology
Southern Arkansas University
Magnolia, ARSkills
- Suicide risk assessment
- Adaptability
- Behavioral treatment services
- Clinical documentation
- Professional ethics
- Mental health assessment
Accomplishments
Elijah Nevis Kirkpatrick Scholarship Recipient (2023-2024), Member of Sigma Theta Tau (International Honor Society – Iota-At-Large Chapter), Vanderbilt University Appellate Review Board (ARB) - Student Member, National Student Nurses' Association, PMHNP Part-Time Student Representative, VUSN Student Ambassador, American Association for Men in Nursing (AAMN – Chapter President) –August 2024-Present, Alpha Chi Honorary Society, Magna Cum Laude Graduate, Psi Chi Honorary Society (Chapter President), Outstanding Student of the Year Award, American Psychiatric Nurses Association
Certification
- Tennessee Board of Nursing, Department of Health, Registered Nurse – May 2025 - Current
- Arkansas Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), March 2019-Current
- Arkansas Counseling Supervision Specialty (LPC-S), May 2023- Current
- National Phlebotomy Certification (National Registry of Allied Health Professionals) – May 2023
- IV Therapy Certification (National Registry of Allied Health Professionals) – June 2023
- Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP) – June 2023
- Complex Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP-II) – August 2023
Timeline
Mental Health Cooperative
08.2025 - Current
Vanderbilt University, School of Nursing
08.2023 - 07.2024
Behavioral Health Consultant
Opex Solution, Inc.
12.2022 - 08.2023
Licensed Professional Counselor
Argenta Counseling
03.2021 - 07.2022
Licensed Professional Therapist
Chenal Family Therapy
05.2019 - 03.2021
Licensed Professional Therapist
Perspectives Behavioral Health Management, LLC
07.2017 - 11.2019
Accelerated-Bridge Registered Nursing Program - PreSpecialty
Master of Science - Mental Health and Clinical Counseling
Southern Arkansas University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Southern Arkansas University
Master of Science - Nursing, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Program
Vanderbilt University, School of Nursing