Jessica Lilland
Ankeny,IA
Summary
Geriatric Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with exceptional interpersonal skills and geriatric psychiatric specialization seeking employment on your progressive team providing patient-centered care to patients with all types of dementia. Extensive experience in nursing care of complex patients in diverse settings, strong leadership skills, proven excellence in evidence-based geriatric psychiatric practice, especially gifted in establishing a caring/compassionate relationship with older adults, positive attitude, organized and accountable team member who values being part of the corporate mission and culture.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Deer Oaks Mental Health Associates
02.2022 - 05.2024
- Conducted thorough psychiatric evaluations to accurately diagnose mental health conditions and inform appropriate treatment decisions.
- Maintained comprehensive, accurate, and timely electronic health records to support ongoing assessment and treatment planning efforts.
- Utilized telehealth technologies as necessary to provide remote consultations while ensuring adequate patient monitoring during periods of distance-based care.
- Streamlined medication management processes by regularly reviewing prescriptions for effectiveness, potential interactions, and side effects.
- Improved care continuity by effectively collaborating with interdisciplinary team members and maintaining clear communication.
- Developed strong therapeutic alliances with patients through active listening skills and empathic understanding of their personal experiences.
- Strengthened relationships with patients'' families by providing ongoing support, education, and guidance throughout the treatment process.
- Conducted risk assessments for potentially dangerous behaviors, implementing preventative strategies to protect patients and staff.
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
MetroGeriatrics
10.2021 - 02.2022
- Conducted thorough psychiatric evaluations to accurately diagnose mental health conditions and inform appropriate treatment decisions.
- Maintained comprehensive, accurate, and timely electronic health records to support ongoing assessment and treatment planning efforts.
- Streamlined medication management processes by regularly reviewing prescriptions for effectiveness, potential interactions, and side effects.
Palliative care Nurse Practitioner- Outpatient/Inpatient programs
UnityPoint Health
02.2017 - 04.2021
- Promoted continuity of care by maintaining thorough documentation and communication with other healthcare providers involved in patients'' care plans.
- Served as a resource for nursing staff and other interdisciplinary team members seeking guidance on palliative care best practices and symptom management techniques.
- Educated patients and families on disease processes, treatment options, advance directives, and end-of-life care planning.
- Facilitated goals of care discussions with patients and their families, ensuring that the patient''s wishes were honored in decision-making processes.
- Provided emotional support for patients and their families during difficult transitions in illness trajectories.
Geriatric Nurse Practitioner- LTC/SNF, AL, home visits
TeamMD
04.2016 - 02.2017
- Managed chronic conditions effectively by closely monitoring medication regimens and adjusting as needed.
- Improved patient outcomes by conducting comprehensive geriatric assessments and creating tailored care plans.
- Performed physical examination, ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests and documented observations and results in patient chart.
Geriatric Nurse Practitioner- Long term care: AL/SNF
Optum Clinical Services- United Healthcare
12.2012 - 03.2016
- Managed acute and chronic conditions effectively by closely monitoring medication regimens and adjusting as needed.
- Promoted adherence to prescribed treatments by providing thorough patient education on medication usage and potential side effects.
- Maintained accurate patient medical record to comply with policies and regulations and support continuity of care.
- Reduced hospital readmissions for elderly patients through diligent monitoring and timely interventions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop optimal treatment strategies for complex geriatric cases.
Geriatric Nurse Practitioner- Long term care: AL/SNF
Inspiris
02.2011 - 12.2012
- Promoted adherence to prescribed treatments by providing thorough patient education on medication usage and potential side effects.
- Managed chronic conditions effectively by closely monitoring medication regimens and adjusting as needed.
- Reduced hospital readmissions for elderly patients through diligent monitoring and timely interventions.
- Streamlined documentation processes by implementing electronic medical records system specific to geriatric care settings.
- Educated staff, patients and caregivers regarding healthcare issues and treatments to facilitate optimal care plan.
- Ensured continuity of care by maintaining strong relationships with primary care physicians, specialists, and other healthcare professionals involved in the treatment team.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop optimal treatment strategies for complex geriatric cases.
- Performed physical examination, ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests and documented observations and results in patient chart.
- Provided education to families and caregivers on managing age-related health issues, promoting overall wellness in geriatric populations.
Education
Master's of Science in Nursing - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Maryville University
St. Louis, MO08.2021
Master's of Science in Nursing - Geriatric Nurse Practitioner
University of Nebraska Medical Center
Omaha, NE05.2010
Bachelors of Science in Nursing -
Nebraska Wesleyan University
Lincoln, NE05.2007
Diploma in Nursing - Registered Nurse
BryanLGH College of Health Sciences
Lincoln, NE07.2004
Skills
- Medication Management
- Psychiatric evaluation
- Outpatient mental health services
- Clinical Documentation
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration
- Suicide Risk Assessment
- Geriatric Mental Health
Certification
- American Nurse Credential Center, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, 9/2021, 9/2026
- Iowa Board of Nursing, Psychiatric Mental Health Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner, 10/2021, 12/2026
- American Nurse Credential Center, Gerontological Nurse Practitioner, 12/2010, 12/2025
- Iowa Board of Nursing, Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner, 04/2018, 12/2026
- Iowa Board of Nursing, Registered Nurse, 02/2018, 12/2026
- Wound Care Educational Institute, WCC (Wound Care Certified), 05/2016, 2021
Affiliations
- Gerontological Advance Practice Nurses Association
- American Nurses Credential Center
Personal Information
Title: RN, MSN, ARNP, GNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
Hobbies and Interests
Spending time with Family & Friends, Reading, Cooking, Dogs, Spending time outdoors.
Timeline
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Deer Oaks Mental Health Associates
02.2022 - 05.2024
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
MetroGeriatrics
10.2021 - 02.2022
Palliative care Nurse Practitioner- Outpatient/Inpatient programs
UnityPoint Health
02.2017 - 04.2021
Geriatric Nurse Practitioner- LTC/SNF, AL, home visits
TeamMD
04.2016 - 02.2017
Geriatric Nurse Practitioner- Long term care: AL/SNF
Optum Clinical Services- United Healthcare
12.2012 - 03.2016
Geriatric Nurse Practitioner- Long term care: AL/SNF
Inspiris
02.2011 - 12.2012
Master's of Science in Nursing - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Maryville University
Master's of Science in Nursing - Geriatric Nurse Practitioner
University of Nebraska Medical Center
Bachelors of Science in Nursing -
Nebraska Wesleyan University
Diploma in Nursing - Registered Nurse
BryanLGH College of Health Sciences
- American Nurse Credential Center, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, 9/2021, 9/2026
- Iowa Board of Nursing, Psychiatric Mental Health Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner, 10/2021, 12/2026
- American Nurse Credential Center, Gerontological Nurse Practitioner, 12/2010, 12/2025
- Iowa Board of Nursing, Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner, 04/2018, 12/2026
- Iowa Board of Nursing, Registered Nurse, 02/2018, 12/2026
- Wound Care Educational Institute, WCC (Wound Care Certified), 05/2016, 2021
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