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Karen Tonner

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Marietta,GA

Summary

Resourceful and passionate board certified PMHNP committed to providing excellent care to patients across the lifespan with expertise in performing initial assessments, medication management and participating in crisis interventions. Kind and caring professional with over 7 years of experience diagnosing, treating and monitoring patients with psychiatric and substance use disorders.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
5
5
Certifications

Work History

PMHNP

InnovaTel Telepsychiatry
3 2020 - Current
  • Provided high-quality psychiatric care for diverse populations, addressing complex mental health issues
  • Improved patient outcomes through thorough assessments and accurate diagnoses
  • Coordinate with medical and paramedical professionals to provide appropriate input and effectively formulate and implement treatment plans for patients.
  • Participated actively in professional development opportunities to stay current on industry trends, guidelines, and standards of practice in the PMHNP field
  • Developed holistic treatment plans incorporating psychotherapy, pharmacotherapy, and lifestyle modifications as needed for each individual case
  • Educated patients on medication management strategies for optimal compliance and treatment effectiveness
  • Leveraged strong interpersonal skills to build relationships with fellow healthcare professionals across various disciplines involved in patient care coordination efforts
  • Increased patient satisfaction by establishing strong rapport and trust, fostering open communication
  • Utilized effective communication techniques that catered specifically toward different age groups, ensuring clear understanding of complex topics surrounding mental health diagnoses
  • Streamlined documentation processes to maintain accurate and updated patient records efficiently
  • Championed continuous quality improvement initiatives within the clinical environment, identifying areas for potential enhancement and implementing targeted solutions accordingly
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams, ensuring seamless coordination of care for patients

PMHNP

Genoa Healthcare
02.2019 - 01.2020
  • Prescribed medication and developed treatment plans for patients across the lifespan via telehealth for Bert Nash Community Mental Health Center.
  • Boosted clinic efficiency by implementing best practices in time management and organization skills
  • Enhanced patient care by developing comprehensive treatment plans tailored to individual needs
  • Demonstrated adaptability and resilience in adjusting to new clinical settings, working effectively with diverse patient populations and healthcare teams
  • Utilized effective communication techniques that catered specifically toward different age groups, ensuring clear understanding of complex topics surrounding mental health diagnoses

PMHNP

Beautiful Minds Mental Health Services
11.2017 - 02.2019
  • Prescribed medication and developed treatment plans for patients across the lifespan in an outpatient setting.
  • Provided direct quality care to patients by evaluating, monitoring, recording, and treating psychiatric conditions.
  • Coordinated with medical and paramedical professionals to provide appropriate input and effectively formulate and implement treatment plans for patients.
  • Served as a mentor to other staff members, sharing insights gained from personal experiences and academic coursework
  • Reduced risk of relapse by providing ongoing support during follow-up visits and crisis interventions when necessary

Education

Master of Science - Nursing

University of Alabama At Birmingham
Birmingham, AL
08.2015 - 07.2017

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Kennesaw State University
Kennesaw, GA
08.2011 - 05.2013

Skills

Psychiatric evaluation

Medication management

MAT certified

Cultural Awareness

Teamwork and Collaboration

Interpersonal Communication

Software

Experience with multiple EHRs and prescribing platforms

Certification

PMHNP Certification, American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) September 2017-2028

Timeline

Advance practice NP, Virginia, autonomous practice -RX authority

09-2019

PMHNP

Genoa Healthcare
02.2019 - 01.2020

Advance Practice NP, Kansas

02-2019

PMHNP

Beautiful Minds Mental Health Services
11.2017 - 02.2019

Advance Practice NP, Georgia

10-2017

PMHNP Certification, American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) September 2017-2028

09-2017

DEA registration, GA, KS

09-2017

Master of Science - Nursing

University of Alabama At Birmingham
08.2015 - 07.2017

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Kennesaw State University
08.2011 - 05.2013

PMHNP

InnovaTel Telepsychiatry
3 2020 - Current
Karen TonnerPsychiatric Nurse Practitioner