Judith A. Burroughs
Collins,GA
Summary
Skilled PMHNP with a proven track record in conducting psychiatric evaluations and managing crisis situations at Southern Primary Care. Expertise in developing individualized treatment strategies while enhancing collaboration among healthcare professionals. Dedicated to advocating for patients and providing education to improve mental health results. Noted for a consistent, approachable presence in diverse clinical settings.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
PHMNP
Southern Primary Care
Macon, GA
06.2024 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive psychiatric intakes to evaluate new patients and gather detailed histories.
- Developed and implemented personalized treatment plans, prescribing medications, and educating patients on risks and benefits.
- Monitored patient progress, adjusting treatment plans to optimize outcomes.
- Collaborated with patients and families, offering consultations to enhance understanding of treatment.
- Provided feedback and strategic advice to leadership regarding mental well-being of service members.
- Discussed non-medical techniques such as yoga and meditation to help patients alleviate depression and anxiety.
- Provided medication management and psychotherapy services to individuals wanting .
- Performed comprehensive psychiatric evaluations of patients in an outpatient setting.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations related to patient privacy rights.
- Provided crisis intervention services during times of acute distress or danger.
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated patients using established DSM V criteria.
- Advised primary care providers on treatment recommendations for their patients.
- Counseled family members regarding strategies for managing behavioral problems at home.
- Organized treatment projects that focused on problem-solving skills and creative thinking.
- Communicated effectively with a diverse population, including individuals from different cultural backgrounds.
- Reviewed and interpreted diagnostic and laboratory tests.
- Collaborated closely with psychiatrists or other professionals to discuss unusual or complex cases.
Mental Health Nurse Educator
Carl Vinson VA Medical Center
Dublin, GA
11.2022 - Current
- Provides evidence-based teaching to mental health nursing staff in medication competencies, ensuring safe delivery and monitoring of pharmacological orders
- Develops the curriculum and presentation of a six-day evidence-based nursing leadership training
- Collaborates with the nursing education team to present a facility-wide Nursing Assistant Academy, increasing patient care
- Organizes and present classes in CPRS charting according to Carl Vinson system policy and standards
- Monitors staff charting to ensure accuracy and compliance
- Guides nursing staff in follow-up actions that are completed and documented to ensure patient safety and appropriate care
- Continually provides feedback to mental health nurses in appropriate nursing interactions with patients according to symptoms and diagnosis
- Proficient in written and verbal communication in a one-to-one or group setting
PMHNP
Dr. Ronnie Blount
Macon, GA
11.2022 - 06.2024
- Provide individual and family mental health care to patients across the lifespan, including assessment, diagnosis, pharmacological treatment, and management meeting specific needs
- Evaluate and diagnose patient symptoms per the DSM 5
- Provide Telehealth services
- Writes appropriate provider orders and monitors the follow-up implementation according to the current plan of care
- Thoroughly document patients' history and physical
- Closely monitors necessary lab work
- Consults with multi-disciplines in a whole health approach
- Incorporates the patient's support network in developing a care plan and establishing goals for personalized interventions
- Independently manage a full caseload, allowing for continuity of care
- Excels in nurturing a close provider/patient relationship to ensure open two-way communication
- Provides leadership in identifying and addressing ethical issues that impact patients and fellow provider team members
- Prescribes medication to assist in the treatment of substance use disorders
- Coordinates the immediate emergency interventions for patients experiencing a mental health or suicide crisis
- Initiates involuntary hospitalization, prioritizing the patient's mental and physical security
- Engaged in conversation through the use of active listening as well as effective interpersonal and people skills.
- Worked successfully with a diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Charge Nurse, Acute Care
Carl Vinson VA Medical Center
Dublin, GA
06.2014 - 11.2022
- Manage medical problems safely and effectively within a charge nurse's scope of practice
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary team professionals in the delivery of all-encompassing healthcare services
- Respond to emergency calls facility-wide to include Code Blue, Rapid Response Team, and Code White
- Ensures safe discharge planning and interventions are in place
- Documents appropriately in CPRS progress notes
- Leads and organizes delivery of care for a six-member nursing team
- Encourages peer accountability within nursing services
- Completes admission assessments, ensuring initial diagnostic labs and imaging are ordered and done
- Acts independently and in collaboration with other healthcare professionals to deliver healthcare services
- Provides teaching to new staff of the CPRS system and documentation according to Carl Vinson VAMC systems policy
- Orientates new staff in managing and updating patient care plans by including a patient support system
- Manages a nursing team in the safe performance of medical care within each scope of practice
- Develops strong team cohesion
Education
Master of Science - Nursing, Psychiatric Mental Health
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN11.2021
Skills
- Psychiatric evaluation
- Treatment planning
- Crisis intervention
- Telehealth services
- Patient education
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Cultural competency
- Patient advocacy
- Effective communication
- Ethical decision-making
- Dependable and responsible
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Self-Directed
Certification
- ANCC Certification, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, 05/01/22
- American Heart Association, Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certificate
- Professional Registered Nurse, Georgia, 06/01/08
- Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, 05/01/22
Accomplishments
- Sigma Theta Tau, International Honor Society of Nursing, 2019
- Psi Chi, International Honor Society in Psychology, 2006
References
- Dr. Cecelia Kane, Psychiatrist, Outpatient Care, (404) 357-8213, 1626 Veterans Blvd., Dublin, GA, 31021
- Dr. Ronnie Blount, Psychiatrist, Private Practice, (478) 787-6910, 125 First St., Macon, GA, 31201
- Dr. O. Enendu, M.D., Acute Care Hospitalist, (706) 495-7221, Carl Vinson VA Medical Center, 1626 Veterans Blvd., Dublin, GA, 31021
Timeline
PHMNP
Southern Primary Care
06.2024 - Current
Mental Health Nurse Educator
Carl Vinson VA Medical Center
11.2022 - Current
PMHNP
Dr. Ronnie Blount
11.2022 - 06.2024
Charge Nurse, Acute Care
Carl Vinson VA Medical Center
06.2014 - 11.2022
Master of Science - Nursing, Psychiatric Mental Health
Walden University
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