KATHRYN MCAULIFFE
Chicago,IL
Summary
Dedicated psychiatric nurse with a strong background in mental health care, currently pursuing a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner certificate with an expected graduation in May 2025. Holds a Master of Science in Nursing degree and specializes in collaborative treatment approaches for mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance use disorders, and eating disorders. Experienced in providing care to diverse patient populations across various settings, including inpatient, residential, and outpatient facilities. Committed to delivering compassionate and individualized care to promote both physical and mental well-being.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
PATHLIGHT MOOD AND ANXIETY CENTER/EATING RECOVERY CENTER
08.2023 - Current
- Skilled in assessing and managing adolescent and adult patients with acute and chronic psychiatric conditions including mood, anxiety, and eating disorders.
- Expertise in psychoeducation, psychiatric assessment, and promotion of coping mechanisms.
Registered Nurse
LAKEVIEW PEDIATRICS
10.2022 - Current
- Evaluate patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms and obtain appropriate vitals signs and point of care testing for pediatric well-child and sick visits.
- Administer seasonal and childhood vaccines per age-appropriate guidelines to promote health and disease prevention.
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
TIMBERLINE KNOLLS
01.2022 - 09.2022
- Provided quality, individualized care to patients by monitoring, recording and evaluating psychiatric conditions in adult females with comorbid eating disorders, substance use, and mental illness.
- Educated patients on medical and psychiatric diagnoses, treatment options, medication management, and lifestyle interventions.
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
AMITA ST JOSEPH HOSPITAL
11.2020 - 12.2021
- Performed initial and daily biopsychosocial assessments to determine each patient's needs in the inpatient psychiatry setting.
- Promoted a safe and therapeutic environment by monitoring patients for risk factors related to suicidal ideation, self-harm, or aggression towards others.
- Trained nursing students and staff nurses.
Mental Health Counselor
AMITA ALEXIAN BROTHERS BEHAVIORAL HEALTH HOSPITAL
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Conducted daily patient assessments and led support groups for patients and family members on an inpatient eating disorder unit.
- Monitored meal/snack times of eating disorder patients while promoting mindful and intuitive eating.
Education
PMHNP Certification -
Lewis University
Romeoville, IL05-2025
Master of Science - Nursing
DePaul University
Chicago, IL05-2020
Bachelor of Arts - Psychological Science
Carthage College
Kenosha, WI12-2017
Skills
- Suicide prevention
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
- Psychoeducation delivery
- Mental health evaluation
- Patient and family advocacy
Certification
- Registered Nurse License (RN) - IL Board of Nursing.
- Crisis Prevention Institute
- Handle With Care
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
Clinical Rotations and Preceptors
-Psychiatric Assessment: Dr. Roueen Rafeyan, MD (private practice)
-Psychotherapy: Craig Lamb, LCPC and clinical director of Gateway Foundation (residential substance use treatment center)
-Psychopharmacology: Melissa Vitale, PMHNP-BC (private practice)
Timeline
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
PATHLIGHT MOOD AND ANXIETY CENTER/EATING RECOVERY CENTER
08.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
LAKEVIEW PEDIATRICS
10.2022 - Current
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
TIMBERLINE KNOLLS
01.2022 - 09.2022
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
AMITA ST JOSEPH HOSPITAL
11.2020 - 12.2021
Mental Health Counselor
AMITA ALEXIAN BROTHERS BEHAVIORAL HEALTH HOSPITAL
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Registered Nurse License (RN) - IL Board of Nursing.
- Crisis Prevention Institute
- Handle With Care
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
PMHNP Certification -
Lewis University
Master of Science - Nursing
DePaul University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychological Science
Carthage College
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