Karen English
Henderson,TX
Summary
Experienced Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with a strong foundation in community mental health, and over 19 years of nursing experience. Dedicated to delivering accessible, patient-centered psychiatric care to underserved, diverse populations. Skilled in assessing, diagnosing, and managing a wide range of mental health conditions across the lifespan, with a deep understanding of the social determinants impacting community wellness.
Committed to advancing mental health access through collaborative, trauma-informed, and culturally competent care. Proven ability to lead and support interdisciplinary teams in community-based settings, improve care delivery systems, and advocate for vulnerable populations including children and adolescents. Passionate about reducing stigma, increasing access to care, and driving innovation in psychiatric practice at the community level.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Andrews Center
Tyler, TX
12.2024 - Current
- Conducts comprehensive psychiatric assessments for diverse patient populations in an outpatient setting.
- Develops individualized treatment plans based on patient needs and preferences.
- Provides crisis intervention services during times of acute distress or danger.
- Provides medication management and psychotherapy services.
- Monitors patient progress through periodic reviews of medical charts, lab results, and other relevant data sources.
- Educates patients and families about the nature of mental illness and available treatment options.
- Records comprehensive patient histories and coordinated treatment plans with multi-disciplinary team members.
Psychiatric Charge Nurse
University of Texas Health Center at Tyler
Tyler, TX
06.2022 - 12.2024
- Monitored patients prescribed psychotropic medications to assess medications' effectiveness and side effects.
- Handled vital sign monitoring, medication administration and patient behavior assessments.
- Collaborated with prescribing professionals to get patients necessary medications.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Centennial Hills Hospital Medical Center
Las Vegas, NV
12.2007 - 05.2022
- Assessed patients in active drug and alcohol withdrawal and provided interventions to manage physical and psychological withdrawal symptoms.
- Implemented evidence-based and best practice problem-solving interventions to establish protective measures for suicide prevention and self-harm.
- Educated patients, families, and caregivers on diagnosis, treatment, and disease management, equipping them with tools to achieve and maintain optimal psychiatric and mental health.
- Administered psychotropic drugs and other medications, adhering to medication schedules and making adjustments commensurate with patients' condition and response.
Pediatric Emergency Room Nurse
University Medical Center Hospital
Las Vegas, NV
07.2005 - 12.2009
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns..
Education
Master of Science - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Regis College
Weston, MA05.2024
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Community College of Southern Nevada
Las Vegas, NV05.2004
Skills
- Comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and differential diagnoses
- Psychopharmacologic treatment planning and medication management
- Suicide risk assessment and crisis intervention
- Culturally competent, bilingual care delivery (English/Spanish)
- Integration of psychotherapy techniques into treatment (brief, supportive, CBT-informed)
- Care coordination with primary care and social services in community settings
- Patient psychoeducation and shared decision-making
- Management of chronic mental health conditions (MDD, anxiety, bipolar disorder, PTSD, schizophrenia)
Certification
- APRN - Texas, License number 1072246
- APRN - Nevada, License number 883531
- Basic Life Support (BLS) December 2024 - December 2026
Memberships
- American Psychiatric Nurses Association
- American Nurses Association
- Texas Nurses Association
Timeline
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Andrews Center
12.2024 - Current
Psychiatric Charge Nurse
University of Texas Health Center at Tyler
06.2022 - 12.2024
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Centennial Hills Hospital Medical Center
12.2007 - 05.2022
Pediatric Emergency Room Nurse
University Medical Center Hospital
07.2005 - 12.2009
Master of Science - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Regis College
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Community College of Southern Nevada
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