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Korita Beck

Pittsburgh,PA

Summary

Compassionate Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner committed to beginning practice to deliver equitable, trauma informed and culturally sensitive care within community mental health settings. Strong academic background and 760 clinical hours, which included assessment skills, evidence-based treatment planning, and experience managing diverse psychiatric conditions across the lifespan. Passionate about improving access to care, reducing stigma, and supporting underserved populations.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse

Clipboard Health
02.2022 - Current
  • Monitored patient symptoms, behaviors, and medication responses to inform treatment decisions.
  • Performed ongoing psychosocial assessments to enhance individualized treatment plans.
  • Administered psychiatric medications safely while monitoring for side effects and therapeutic responses.
  • Collaborated with psychiatrists, nurse practitioners, and prescribers on medication adjustments.
  • Coordinated care with social workers, therapists, and community resources to support patient needs.
  • Documented assessments and interventions in EMR to comply with regulatory standards.

Registered Nurse

Favorite Healthcare Staffing
Pittsburgh, PA
03.2021 - Current
  • Supervised nursing staff to ensure quality patient care delivery.
  • Coordinated patient admissions and discharges efficiently and effectively.
  • Implemented care plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
  • Monitored patient symptoms, behaviors, and medication responses to inform treatment decisions.
  • Collaborated with psychiatrists, nurse practitioners, and prescribers on medication adjustments.
  • Coordinated care with social workers, therapists, and community resources to support patient needs.
  • Documented assessments and interventions in EMR to comply with regulatory standards.

Advanced Practice Clinical Student

Carlow University
08.2025 - 05.2027

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and mental status exams.

• Develop DSM-5-TR–based differential diagnoses.

Provide medication management and supportive psychotherapy.

• Treat patients with mood disorders, PTSD, psychosis, personality disorders, and substance use disorders.

• Perform crisis intervention, suicide risk assessment, and safety planning.

• Collaborate in outpatient, community mental health, and integrated care settings.

Professional Staff Nurse

UPMC Magee
04.2020 - 03.2021
  • Screen for postpartum depression, anxiety, and mood disorders.
  • Assess maternal emotional adjustment, bonding behaviors, and coping capacity.
  • Use therapeutic communication to promote emotional safety and trust.
  • Recognize early signs of postpartum psychiatric emergencies, and initiate rapid intervention.
  • Collaborate with mental health providers during crisis stabilization.
  • Guide mothers in establishing healthy attachment, responsive caregiving, and bonding routines.
  • Offer emotional support to mothers experiencing birth trauma, anxiety, mood changes, or adjustment difficulties.
  • Provide culturally sensitive care to families with diverse psychosocial needs.
  • Educate mothers and families about postpartum mental health warning signs, and when to seek help.

Registered Nurse

UPMC Presbyterian
Pittsburgh, PA
10.2018 - 04.2020
  • Recognizing somatic symptoms related to mental health disorders.
  • Managing medically complex patients with psychiatric comorbidities.
  • Delivering patient-centered care using both clinical and therapeutic interventions.
  • Strong documentation skills across medical and psychiatric domains.
  • Maintaining safety, boundaries, and trauma-informed therapeutic environments.
  • Supporting emotional adjustment for patients facing new diagnoses or chronic illnesses.
  • Advocating for patient mental wellness during medical admissions.

Education

Master of Science - Nursing

Carlow University
Pittsburgh, PA
05-2028

Bachelor's - Nursing

California University of Pennsylvania
California, PA
05.2021

Associate of Science - Nursing

Community College of Allegheny County
Pittsburgh, PA
05-2018

Skills

  • Psychiatric evaluation and DSM-5 diagnosis
  • Psychopharmacology and medication management
  • Crisis intervention and risk assessment
  • Multidisciplinary collaboration
  • Suicide risk assessment
  • Behavioral management
  • Assertive community treatment
  • Therapeutic communication
  • Emotional regulation
  • Psychiatric assessment
  • Mental health counseling
  • Family support
  • De-escalation techniques

Certification

PMHNP-BC

Timeline

Advanced Practice Clinical Student

Carlow University
08.2025 - 05.2027

Registered Nurse

Clipboard Health
02.2022 - Current

Registered Nurse

Favorite Healthcare Staffing
03.2021 - Current

Professional Staff Nurse

UPMC Magee
04.2020 - 03.2021

Registered Nurse

UPMC Presbyterian
10.2018 - 04.2020

Master of Science - Nursing

Carlow University

Bachelor's - Nursing

California University of Pennsylvania

Associate of Science - Nursing

Community College of Allegheny County