Karissa Ulrich, MSN, PMHNP-BC
Temple,NH
Summary
Enthusiastic Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 17 years of experience in the nursing field. Completed over 675 clinical hours across the lifespan. Passionate about holistic mental health care incorporating body, mind, and lifestyle. Proficient in patient care, tele-psychiatry, and mental health education. Experienced in diverse healthcare settings which has honed my ability to deliver clinical excellence.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Student
Louise Moon Rosales, LLC
06.2023 - 11.2023
- Completed 220 clinical hours as a Psychiatric Mental Health Practitioner student in a private practice contracted with a family medicine practice.
- Independently managed a range of patients from young adult, adult, and geriatric patients both within an in-person setting and via tele-psychiatry.
- Worked as a nurse practitioner student assessing, diagnosing, and treating individuals with mental illness.
- Conducted individual initial psychiatric assessments and provided ongoing weekly therapy to those patients under my care.
- Managed psychotropic medications and collaborated with patients to determine appropriate plan of care.
- Documented observations, interventions and concerns in patient charts and electronic systems, sustaining continuum of care.
- Cultivated relationships with patients, discussing ways to help improve overall health implementing holistic health practices.
- Worked successfully and collaboratively with family practice providers.
- Collaborated with Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner preceptor weekly to discuss patient care plans and progress.
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Student
NFI Vermont Crossroads
03.2023 - 06.2023
- Completed 300 student clinical hours in an Intensive Outpatient Program for both adults and adolescents.
- Participated in daily group Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills training.
- Participated in daily group Mindfulness training.
- Completed initial psychiatric assessments, diagnosed, and ensured adherence to evidence-based practices in prescribing psychotropic medications.
- Managed psychotropic medications and collaborated with patients to determine appropriate plan of care.
- Promoted a safe and supportive environment for all patients participating in the IOP DBT program.
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Student
Survival Telepsychiatry
12.2022 - 03.2023
- Completed 170 clinical hours as a Psychiatric Mental Health Practitioner student in private Telehealth practice.
- Observed an average of 20 patient sessions per 6 hour day as a nurse practitioner student assessing, diagnosing, treating, and providing supportive therapy.
- Observed and completed documentation on initial psychiatric evaluations and follow-up notes for patients across the lifespan via tele-psychiatry.
- Documented observations, interventions and concerns in patient charts and electronic systems, sustaining continuum of care.
- Collaborated with Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner preceptor daily to discuss patient diagnosis, care plans, and progress.
Registered Nurse
Walden School
06.2021 - Current
- Assessed, documented, and provided appropriate nursing care to overnight summer camp students between the ages of 7 and 18.
- Assisted in the planning and implementation of health-related policies and procedures to maintain a safe camp environment.
- Educated campers on injury prevention and health maintenance, promoting overall wellness during their stay.
- Provided emotional support to campers dealing with homesickness, anxiety, or other mental health concerns while away from home.
- Provided support during emergencies such as allergic reactions or asthma attacks while following established protocols.
- Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy
Director of Health Services and Registered Nurse
Dublin School
07.2020 - Current
- Currently per-diem RN that assists with student health records, arrival day medication review, and provides nursing care to students and employees.
- Oversee physical and mental health of Dublin School community. Works collaboratively with counseling services as part of an integrated team. Provides crisis intervention and prevention services to students and staff.
- Responsible for the assessment, planning, evaluation, and referral activities for Dublin School students. Responsible for the proper maintenance of health care records, communication with parents, and outside providers.
- Served as Health Center Director from July 1, 2020 until June 2022. Managed the policies and protocols relating to health center operations. Managed and supervised a team of 4 registered nurses.
- Organized, managed, and performed all-school Covid-19 testing and surveillance during the Covid-19 pandemic. Lead Covid-19 Safety Committee and developed policies and procedures for pandemic safety on campus.
- Organized and managed influenza vaccination clinics during fall terms.
Adjunct Faculty Instructor
Massachusetts College Of Pharmacy And Health Sciences
09.2017 - 06.2021
- Didactic lecturer in Pathopharmacology and Community Health Nursing providing instruction to up to 80 undergraduate students per semester. Identified students in need of remediation and developed a plan for success.
- Adjunct faculty for Online Senior Seminar course which covers various current topics in nursing including mental health.
- Contributed to course development to ensure the essentials of course objectives, remediation, and student success meet expectations and outcomes.
- Clinical Instructor and Simulation Instructor for various courses within the school of nursing including Psychiatric Nursing.
- Contributed to simulation scenario development for several courses including the Essentials of Nursing, Physical Assessment, Medical Surgical Nursing, Psychiatric Nursing, Maternity Nursing, and Community Health.
Quality and Performance Improvement Specialist
Catholic Medical Center
10.2016 - 08.2020
- Utilized knowledge of quality, risk, and performance improvement to assess the organization for safety issues, opportunities for risk reduction, standardization of processes and opportunities for improvement.
- Facilitated medical staff peer review activities including monitoring and evaluation of patterns and trends through various sources such as Echo, 2BSafe occurrence report, and complaints.
- Coordinated medical staff focus reviews as needed and prepared quality data to Medical Staff Services for the purpose of Ongoing Professional Performance Evaluation (OPPE) and reappointment.
- Conducted in depth case reviews and assisted in facilitating root cause analyses as needed. Assisted teams, committees, and groups in establishing performance improvement initiatives as prioritized by the CMC Quality Council. Utilized performance improvement tools and techniques to assist teams throughout the project life cycle.
- Promoted teamwork and collaboration among team members and stakeholders. Ensured team activities are reported to appropriate stakeholders for review and follow up.
- Utilized appropriate analytical tools and techniques to assist in the aggregation, analysis and presentation of data. Presents findings and recommendations to stakeholders for consideration of action as needed.
Interim Director of Infection Prevention and RN
Catholic Medical Center
02.2016 - 01.2019
- Served as the Interim Director of Infection Prevention from February 2016 until January of 2017. Transitioned to RN role in January 2017 until January 2019.
- Served as an integral member of the health care team to provide care for patients with stable and unstable infection control issues, monitored adherence to standards, guidelines, and treatment modalities.
- Analyzed routine surveillance data throughout the organization; presented surveillance data to appropriate committees and or clinical groups; identified and analyzed health issues and their impact on patient care throughout CMC.
- Assisted in the creation of an annual Infection Prevention fair for hospital employees. Assisted in the planning and execution of the annual Germ War Fair.
- Identified the need for a hospital wide hand hygiene campaign and initiated a new hand hygiene program within the hospital and at all ambulatory locations.
- Participated in a multi organizational Scabies outbreak clinic. Delivered hospital wide educational sessions in regards to scabies and employee risks.
- Recognized the need for appropriate surveillance of Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease among surgical patients. Designed a screening tool and implemented its use by inpatient and outpatient staff. Participated in the development of the State of NH BON CJD screening recommendations.
- Implemented a Bard Prevalence Study in regards to CLABSI due to increased CLABSI rate resulting in hospital wide retraining on the care of central lines.
Interventional Radiology RN, Lead Nurse
David Grant Medical Center - USAF
07.2013 - 02.2015
- Provided advanced specialized nursing care to patients to include Department of Defense personnel and veterans, while undergoing interventional radiology and related medical procedures.
- Prepared patients for diagnostic and therapeutic radiological interventional procedures to be performed by staff physicians.
- Functioned as interim nursing manager when necessary. As Lead nurse coordinated nursing/patients assignments. Worked with Chief of the Department and physician staff to prioritize procedures for patients scheduled. Ensured flow of procedures for effective time management and safe progression of cases.
- Responsible for keeping staff up to date on evidence based practice and education in services.
- Determined patient education requirements and provided education to patients and their families.
- Ancillary duties included Point of Care testing supervisor for ISTAT, Blood glucose, and HCG monitoring. Member of Emergency Cardiac Care (ECCO program at DGMC, Zoll defibrillator super user, hospital wide educator, and resource for the hospital.
Critical Care Charge RN, Nursing Supervisor
United States Air Force Active Duty And Reserves
01.2010 - 07.2013
- Planned and implemented nursing care for critically ill Department of Defense personnel and veterans.
- Demonstrated leadership skills as charge nurse of a 24 bed ICU/IMCU/CVICU. Responsible for operations and administrative duties of the department in addition to assigned nursing tasks.
- Functioned as facility-wide night nursing supervisor for a 100-bed hospital. Supervised all nursing units in the hospital. Identified and resolved issues by direct intervention or notification of appropriate personnel. Coordinated staffing and bed management in the medical facility.
- Assigned as deputy officer of the Infection Control office. Responsibilities included infection prevention & control activities at the 100-bed facility. Plans/presents/implements education
programs, disseminates info to 2,500 staff to promote Infection - Rapid Response Team (RRT) coordinator, responsible for managing the RRT program, reviewing documentation, and updating policies/procedures.
- Member of Critical Care Air Transport Team (CCAT) with deployment to Ramstein Air Base in Germany. Assist in transfer of critically ill patients from forward operating bases to Germany
for stabilization.
Critical Care and Emergency Room Travel RN
Cross Country Travel/Intelistaf Travel
08.2008 - 12.2009
- Assessed, planned, and implemented nursing care of critically ill patients at various Level 1 and Level 2 Trauma Centers.
- Collaborated with the patient care team to care for patients with complex medical conditions primarily in the Neurosurgical ICU, Emergency Department, and PACU. Demonstrated competency in caring for trauma patients.
Neurosurgical Critical Care RN
Brigham And Women Hospital
07.2007 - 08.2008
- Accepted and participated in New Graduate Intensive Care Education Program graduate.
- Assessed, planned, and implemented nursing care of critically ill neurosurgical patients at a 793 bed Level 1 Trauma Center with a 20 bed Neurosurgical ICU. Patients medical conditions included spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries, brain and spinal cord infections, brain/spinal cord tumors, and hemorrhagic/ischemic CVA.
- Managed neurosurgical patients before intervention and post-op. Educated patients when appropriate and their families.
Education
Post-Masters Certificate - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Norwich University
Northfield, VT11.2023
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Norwich University
Northfield, VT07.2017
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Simmons College
Boston, MA06.2007
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Physiology
Skidmore College
Saratoga Springs, NY06.1999
Skills
- Medication Management
- Supportive Therapy/Motivational Interviewing/DBT skills
- Telehealth
- Psychoeducation
- Time Management
- Experience with Child, Adolescent, and Adult Patients
Certification
- ANCC Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Board Certification (PMHNP-BC)
- State of NH Advanced Practice Registered Nurse: APRN: Pending
- Registered Nurse - NH Compact - Expires 4/2026
- Registered Nurse - MA - Expires 4/2026
- Basic Life Support AHA
Affiliations
- Member, Sigma Theta Tau
- Member, SALUTE Veterans National Honor Society
- Member of American Nurses Association
- Member American Psychiatric Nurse Association
Accomplishments
- Experienced with AthenaHealth and ICANotes EHR.
- Registered for the Essentials of Healing Trauma Course -Traci Powell (The Rebuilt Woman) - (September 2024)
- Education for the Prevention of Infection Intensive (EPI 101 & 102) – APIC course (May, 2017)
- Advanced Infection Prevention Course (APIC) – (August, 2017)
- Emergency Management in Public Health Certificate – Manchester, NH Health Department (July,
2016) - Infectious Disease/Epidemiology Certificate – Manchester, NH Health Department – (April, 2016)
Timeline
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Student
Louise Moon Rosales, LLC
06.2023 - 11.2023
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Student
NFI Vermont Crossroads
03.2023 - 06.2023
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Student
Survival Telepsychiatry
12.2022 - 03.2023
Registered Nurse
Walden School
06.2021 - Current
Director of Health Services and Registered Nurse
Dublin School
07.2020 - Current
Adjunct Faculty Instructor
Massachusetts College Of Pharmacy And Health Sciences
09.2017 - 06.2021
Quality and Performance Improvement Specialist
Catholic Medical Center
10.2016 - 08.2020
Interim Director of Infection Prevention and RN
Catholic Medical Center
02.2016 - 01.2019
Interventional Radiology RN, Lead Nurse
David Grant Medical Center - USAF
07.2013 - 02.2015
Critical Care Charge RN, Nursing Supervisor
United States Air Force Active Duty And Reserves
01.2010 - 07.2013
Critical Care and Emergency Room Travel RN
Cross Country Travel/Intelistaf Travel
08.2008 - 12.2009
Neurosurgical Critical Care RN
Brigham And Women Hospital
07.2007 - 08.2008
Post-Masters Certificate - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Norwich University
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Norwich University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Simmons College
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Physiology
Skidmore College
- ANCC Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Board Certification (PMHNP-BC)
- State of NH Advanced Practice Registered Nurse: APRN: Pending
- Registered Nurse - NH Compact - Expires 4/2026
- Registered Nurse - MA - Expires 4/2026
- Basic Life Support AHA
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