Keshia A. Lamour
Baldwin,NY
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience at St Francis Hospital, excelling in patient assessment and care coordination. Proven leadership in managing complex cases in telemetry and post-anesthesia settings. Adept at critical thinking and effective communication, ensuring optimal outcomes for cardiac and surgical patients. Committed to delivering high-quality, compassionate care.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
REGISTERED NURSE, PACU
St Francis Hospital
Roslyn, NY
08.2014 - Current
- Oversaw post-anesthesia care for cardiac, vascular, and general surgery patients.
- Managed pediatric post-surgical care for cardiac and ENT procedures.
PMHNP Student Intern (300 Hrs)
Phoenix House
Astoria, New York
05.2025 - 10.2025
- Adult outpatient residential facility.
- Treated patients with substance use disorders, and co-occurring GAD, MDD, PTSD, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and schizoaffective disorders.
- Performed initial psychiatric evaluation, as well as managed follow-up appointments for 6-8 patients daily.
- Provided medication-assisted treatment for patients with heroin, cocaine, alcohol, and tobacco use disorder.
- Provided supportive psychotherapy
- Utilized trauma-informed care principles and motivational interviewing techniques to support recovery.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create comprehensive treatment plans addressing behavioral and psychosocial needs.
PMHNP Student Intern (200 hrs)
Brunswick Hospital Center
Amityville, New York
09.2024 - 04.2025
- Adult Inpatient Psychiatric Care.
- Managed and evaluated 10 to 15 patients per day with severe mental illnesses, including MDD, GAD, PTSD, schizophrenia, and bipolar disorder.
- Conducted comprehensive psychiatric assessments and developed evidence-based treatment plans.
- Formulated differential diagnoses to guide effective patient management strategies.
- Monitored medication efficacy to optimize treatment outcomes and improve patient well-being.
REGISTERED NURSE
South Nassau Community Hospital
Oceanside, NY
05.2011 - 07.2016
- Directed operations of 36-bed telemetry unit to ensure optimal patient care.
- Monitored acute and chronic cardiac patients to assess vital signs and symptoms.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes.
- Trained staff on best practices in telemetry monitoring and patient assessment.
Education
Masters in Science - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Adelphi University
Garden City, NY12-2025
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Hunter College, City University of New York
New York, NY01.2013
Associate in Applied Science - Nursing
Queensborough Community College, City University of New York
Bayside, NY01.2009
Certification
- ACLS-Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- CARDIAC-VASCULAR NURSING
Professional Development
IDEATE Professional Development (PD) Seminar, Adelphi University, Engaged in interprofessional learning with MSW and PMHNP students to enhance understanding of integrated primary and behavioral healthcare models., Acquired knowledge of trauma-focused CBT, collaborative care (CoCm), and suicide-safer care frameworks., Developed competencies in administering evidence-based screening tools to guide assessment and treatment planning., Explored social determinants of health, cultural humility, and digital health technologies (telehealth, EHRs, confidentiality)., Strengthened ability to assess and engage youth, adolescents, and families in culturally responsive, trauma-informed treatment.
Accomplishments
Graduated with a 3.9 GPA
Timeline
PMHNP Student Intern (300 Hrs)
Phoenix House
05.2025 - 10.2025
PMHNP Student Intern (200 hrs)
Brunswick Hospital Center
09.2024 - 04.2025
REGISTERED NURSE, PACU
St Francis Hospital
08.2014 - Current
REGISTERED NURSE
South Nassau Community Hospital
05.2011 - 07.2016
Masters in Science - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Adelphi University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Hunter College, City University of New York
Associate in Applied Science - Nursing
Queensborough Community College, City University of New York