Jessica Magioncalda
Farmingville,NY
Summary
Dedicated Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with comprehensive leadership and service experience. Collaborative leader and team player willing to pitch in and assist with any task. Committed to improving patient wellbeing through health promotion, disease prevention, and treating patients holistically. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Behavioral Health
Zucker Hillside Hospital
07.2022 - Current
- Complete admission screenings and physical and mental health assessments for a 22-bed adolescent psychiatric unit for patients aged 12-17 years.
- Conduct patient-focused planning and case management designed to meet individual health and service needs for quality and cost-effective outcomes.
- Establish strong rapport with patients and families by listening empathetically, providing emotional support, and addressing concerns promptly.
- Facilitate medication management and monitor patients for side effects.
- Promote patient utilization of Dialectical Behavioral Therapy strategies for management of psychiatric symptoms.
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Student
New York Presbyterian Columbia Medical Center
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Assessed psychiatric conditions in outpatient setting focused on LGBTQIA+ population.
- Initiated and conducted weekly support group focused on health promotion for trans patients.
- Documented observations, interventions and concerns in patient charts and electronic systems, sustaining continuum of care.
- Ensured adherence to evidence-based practices in prescribing psychotropic medications, optimizing patient outcomes.
- Cultivated relationships with patients, discussing ways to help improve overall health
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Student
Long Island Jewish Medical Center
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Promoted safe and supportive environment for patients experiencing emotional crises or behavioral disturbances, utilizing de-escalation techniques when necessary.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments and psychosocial evaluations, contributing to accurate diagnoses and effective treatments.
- Applied interventions with clients wanting to leave against medical advice (AMA).
- Worked with ED patients to provide emotional support and closely monitor potentially dangerous changes to behavior.
Registered Nurse, Behavioral Health
Phoenix House of New York - Long Island
09.2021 - 12.2023
- Monitored, recorded, and evaluated psychiatric conditions in 30-60 patient community focused on treatment of Substance Use Disorder.
- Administered and maintained detailed records of administration of controlled medications for management of Substance Use Disorder.
- Responded to urgent healthcare needs with focused assessment, Narcan administration, and activation of emergency care plan.
- Advocated for patient autonomy, safety, and privacy from admission through discharge.
- Equipped patients with strategies and knowledge needed for stabilization and sustained recovery.
- Scheduled multidisciplinary interventions for specific patient needs and coordinated care across disciplines.
Education
Master of Science - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Hunter College of The City University of New York
New York, NY06.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
SUNY Stony Brook
Stony Brook, NY05.2020
Skills
- Patient Health Education
- Psychiatric assessment
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration
- Medication Management
- Suicide Risk Assessment
- Thorough Clinical Documentation
- Interpersonal Skills
- Individual Therapy
- Active Listening
- Critical Thinking
Certification
- PMHNP-BC
- Registered Nurse
- Preventing & Managing Crisis Situations (PMCS)
- BLS/CPR for Healthcare Providers
Affiliations
- Member, Sigma Theta Tau
- Member of American Nurses Association
Timeline
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Student
New York Presbyterian Columbia Medical Center
01.2024 - 05.2024
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Student
Long Island Jewish Medical Center
08.2023 - 12.2023
Registered Nurse, Behavioral Health
Zucker Hillside Hospital
07.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse, Behavioral Health
Phoenix House of New York - Long Island
09.2021 - 12.2023
Master of Science - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Hunter College of The City University of New York
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
SUNY Stony Brook
- PMHNP-BC
- Registered Nurse
- Preventing & Managing Crisis Situations (PMCS)
- BLS/CPR for Healthcare Providers
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