Katarzyna A. Leja
Saddle Brook,NJ
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Compassionate and skilled Advanced Practice Psychiatric Nurse with background in delivering comprehensive psychiatric care, including diagnosis, treatment, and coordination of services for patients across various settings.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Newark
Jersey City, NJ
11.2024 - Current
- Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans for diverse patient populations
- Manage medication therapy, including prescribing and monitoring for efficacy and side effects
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to provide holistic care and improve patient outcomes
- Provide psychotherapy and counseling to patients with various mental health disorders
- Educate patients and families about mental health conditions and treatment options
Staff Nurse, Psychiatric Unit
Essex County Hospital Center
Cedar Grove, NJ
01.2017 - Current
- Assess, treat, and provide comprehensive care for patients in a 30-bed psychiatric unit
- Document patient care and initiate patient and family education
- Collaborate with healthcare team members to ensure effective treatment plans
- Administer medications and monitor patient responses
Charge Nurse, Psychiatric Unit
Saint Michael’s Medical Center
Newark, NJ
01.2013 - 01.2017
- Documented patient care, including assessments, treatment plans, and progress notes
- Monitored patients for side effects and assessed the need for additional medications
- Led nursing staff in providing high-quality care in a 20-bed psychiatric unit
Charge Nurse, Involuntary and Voluntary Psychiatric Unit
Trinitas Regional Medical Center
Elizabeth, NJ
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Conducted nursing assessments and initiated nursing care plans to promote recovery goals
- Provided individual and group treatment, including crisis intervention and patient education
Staff Nurse, Involuntary Psychiatric Unit
Clara Maas Medical Center
Belleville, NJ
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Led educational and discussion sessions with patients to enhance understanding of their conditions
- Collaborated with treatment teams to develop comprehensive post-hospitalization follow-up plans
Education
Master of Science - Nurse Practitioner
Fairleigh Dickinson University
Teaneck, NJ05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Saint Peter’s University
Jersey City, NJ08.2016
Associate in Applied Science - Nursing
Passaic County Community College
Paterson, NJ05.2013
Skills
- Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
- Registered Professional Nurse
- CPR Health Care Provider
- Proficient in documentation systems
- Epic
- Tabulapro
- MedicsCloud
- Practice Fusion
- Bilingual
Skills And Licenses
- Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, New Jersey
- Registered Professional Nurse, New Jersey
- CPR Health Care Provider
- Proficient in documentation systems: Epic, Tabulapro, MedicsCloud, and Practice Fusion
- Bilingual
Clinical Rotations
- Student Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, Immediate Care Psychiatric Center, Parsippany, NJ, 01/01/22, 08/31/22, Provided psychotherapy and managed medication for pediatric and adult patients in outpatient settings.
- Student Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, Saint Mary’s General Hospital, Passaic, NJ, 09/01/22, 12/31/22, Diagnosed and treated acute, episodic, and chronic illnesses in an inpatient voluntary unit for adults and geriatrics., Participated in the formulation of master treatment plans and led individual and group psychotherapy sessions.
Timeline
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Newark
11.2024 - Current
Staff Nurse, Psychiatric Unit
Essex County Hospital Center
01.2017 - Current
Charge Nurse, Involuntary and Voluntary Psychiatric Unit
Trinitas Regional Medical Center
01.2015 - 01.2016
Staff Nurse, Involuntary Psychiatric Unit
Clara Maas Medical Center
01.2014 - 01.2016
Charge Nurse, Psychiatric Unit
Saint Michael’s Medical Center
01.2013 - 01.2017
Master of Science - Nurse Practitioner
Fairleigh Dickinson University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Saint Peter’s University
Associate in Applied Science - Nursing
Passaic County Community College
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