Kimberley Gull
Alexandria,IN
Summary
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with strong interpersonal skills and committed to compassionate patient-centered care. Considerable experience in treating common mental health disorders including depression, anxiety, bipolar, PTSD, and substance use disorders across the lifespan. Extensive experience specializing in child and adolescent mental health including ADHD, autism spectrum disorders, eating disorders, and mood disorders. I am committed to patient- and family-centered care with an emphasis on trauma-informed care, providing detailed patient education to enhance treatment outcomes in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Collaborative team player, reliable in dynamic settings, adept at crisis intervention and therapeutic communication.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Psych RN-inpatient Adolescent Unit
Ascension St. Vincent
Anderson, IN
05.2025 - Current
- Developed strong rapport with patients, fostering trust and promoting engagement in their recovery process.
- Provided compassionate care for patients experiencing mental health crises, resulting in increased patient satisfaction.
- Enhanced therapeutic communication skills by actively listening and empathizing with patients during their recovery process.
- Demonstrated strong crisis management skills by effectively deescalating volatile situations involving agitated patients.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
- Educated patients and families on mental health conditions and treatment options effectively.
Psych RN-inpatient Adult Unit
IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital
01.2023 - 03.2025
- Administered psychiatric assessments and developed care plans for diverse patient populations.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate effective treatment strategies.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted care approaches based on behavioral observations.
- Provided crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques in high-stress situations.
- Educated patients and families on mental health conditions and treatment options.
- Collaborated with psychiatrists to develop individualized treatment plans, ensuring optimal patient care.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities related to mental health nursing practice, staying current on industry advancements and trends.
Psych RN-inpatient Child and Adolescent Units
Community Health Network
Inianapolis, Indiana
07.2019 - 01.2023
- Administered psychiatric assessments and developed individualized care plans for patients.
- Monitored patient progress and reported changes to interdisciplinary team members.
- Implemented evidence-based interventions to enhance patient coping strategies and emotional resilience.
- Collaborated with social workers and therapists to coordinate comprehensive discharge planning.
- Educated patients and families on mental health resources and treatment options available within the community.
- Mentored new nursing staff members on psychiatric best practices, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Promoted a positive therapeutic milieu within the inpatient setting through consistent implementation of behavioral management techniques.
RN- Pediatric Inpatient Unit
Community Health Network
05.1996 - 07.2019
- Monitored vital signs and administered medications, ensuring adherence to prescribed treatments.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Implemented evidence-based protocols to improve patient safety and quality of care.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, promoting self-care and health literacy.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
Education
Doctor of Nursing Practice - Nursing
Regis College
Weston, MA08-2027
Master of Science - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Indiana Wesleyan University
Marion, IN08-2025
Master of Science - Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
Indiana University, Bloomington
Bloomington, Indiana, IN05-2019
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Western Governors University
Indianapolis, IN05-2016
Skills
- Psychiatric evaluation
- Medication management
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
- Child and adolescent psychiatry
- Eating disorder treatment
- Outpatient mental health services
- Inpatient psychiatric care
- Patient-centered care
- Patient education
- Medication monitoring
- Interpersonal communication
- Trauma-informed care
Certification
- Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner-board eligible
- Certified Pediatric Nurse Practioner- BC, PC
Timeline
Psych RN-inpatient Adolescent Unit
Ascension St. Vincent
05.2025 - Current
Psych RN-inpatient Adult Unit
IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital
01.2023 - 03.2025
Psych RN-inpatient Child and Adolescent Units
Community Health Network
07.2019 - 01.2023
RN- Pediatric Inpatient Unit
Community Health Network
05.1996 - 07.2019
Doctor of Nursing Practice - Nursing
Regis College
Master of Science - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Indiana Wesleyan University
Master of Science - Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
Indiana University, Bloomington
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Western Governors University