Krishnakumar Parameswran
Lewisville
Summary
Communicative Board Certified Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with multiple years of nursing & mental health background assisting vulnerable patients with varying degrees of mental illness and substance-alcohol dependency. Well-versed in developing and implementing effective treatment plans and monitoring patient progress. Caring and compassionate professional dedicated to administering quality patient care to promote healing and health. Psychiatric Staff Nurse possessing skills needed to help mental health patients make beneficial life changes. Promoting successful 24-years nursing career. Ready to tackle new PMHNP/APRN position helping people lead healthy, successful lives. Attentive PMHNP, composed and polished even in high-stress situations. Collaborative leader and team player willing to pitch in and assist with any task. Dedicated to coaching and training other health team personnel.
Resourceful PMHNP-BC committed to providing excellent care to patients of all ages. Expertise in performing admission assessments and discharges and participating in crisis interventions. Kind and caring professional with 3+ years of experience monitoring treatment of patients diagnosed with disabilities, illnesses and distress.
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Results-oriented achiever with proven ability to exceed targets and drive success in fast-paced environments. Combines strategic thinking with hands-on experience to deliver impactful solutions and enhance organizational performance.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner/PMHNP
Veterans Administration -CCOPC
05.2023 - Current
- Administered medication and treatments to patients to observe and record responses.
- Coordinated with medical and paramedical professionals to provide appropriate input and effectively formulate and implement treatment plans for patients.
- Responded to numerous volatile situations and violent outbreaks to restore safety and security of patients and staff.
- Monitored vital signs, nutritional intake and signs and symptoms of complications to report deviations to supervisor.
- Provided direct quality care to patients by monitoring, recording and evaluating psychiatric conditions.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
- Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
- Versatile professional with strong problem-solving skills and history of adapting to diverse challenges. Applies innovative solutions and technical expertise to deliver exceptional results. Committed to streamlining processes and advancing organizational objectives.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
- Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
- Delivered services to customer locations within specific timeframes.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
PMHNP-BC/Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Balanced Wellbeing
01.2022 - 05.2023
- Documented observations, interventions and concerns in patient charts and electronic systems, sustaining continuum of care from admission through to discharge.
- Organized treatment projects that focused on problem solving skills and creative thinking.
- Recorded comprehensive patient histories and coordinated treatment plans with multi-disciplinary team members.
- Administered medications, adhering to medication schedules and making adjustments commensurate with patients' condition and response.
- Collaborated with prescribing professionals to get patients necessary medications.
- Served as lead clinician for patients with bipolar, depression, anxiety and personality disorders.
- Diagnosed mental health, emotional and substance abuse disorders.
- Tracked client movement on and off unit by documenting times and destinations of clients.
- Cultivated relationships with patients, discussing ways to help improve overall health while alleviating self-harm practices.
- Documented all medications administered to mental health patients, following instructions from physicians and healthcare providers.
- Met patient needs by devising and coordinating highly tailored care plans for each individual.
- Discussed non-medical techniques such as yoga and meditation to help patients alleviate depression and anxiety.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
- Displayed strong telephone etiquette, effectively handling difficult calls.
- Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
- Maximized passenger satisfaction by maintaining vehicles in safe and clean operating condition.
- Presented clean and sanitized vehicle to customers for utmost satisfaction.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department/Registered Nurse,ED/Float Pool Staff Nurse
UTSW Medical Center
01.2015 - 01.2022
- Responded quickly to codes and coordinated efficient and skilled care.
- Maintained open and clear communication with physicians to coordinate effective patient care.
- Triaged and treated high-volume caseload in busy emergency room setting.
- Administered critical IV medications to stabilize patients for assessment and treatment.
- Cared for patients experiencing acute traumas, including cardiac arrests, strokes and gunshot wounds.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Observed nurse administration of oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients as prescribed, monitoring responses for adverse reactions.
- Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
- Treated patients by administering various types of medications and therapies.
- Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions and provided home care strategies.
- Upheld patient safety standards by preventing unauthorized access or incorrect dosage administration.
- Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
- Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
- Supported criminal inquiries by reporting injuries and completing evidence collection kits.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
- Oversaw patient immunization, supporting nurses through vaccine-specific training and supervising administration.
- Maintained comprehensive base of unit supplies to meet expected patient demands, public health emergencies and mass casualty incidences.
- Trained other nurses on patient care and daily tasks, supporting growth and professional development.
- Monitored condition of up to 20 patients per shift to identify concerning changes and mitigate symptoms.
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Progressive Care
Adventist Health System
07.2006 - 01.2015
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
- Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions and provided home care strategies.
- Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
- Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
Mental Health/ECT/Registered Nurse Shift Supervisor
Downshire Hospital
12.2003 - 07.2006
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
- Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions and provided home care strategies.
- Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
- Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department/Ambulance Manager
Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences
10.2000 - 12.2003
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions and provided home care strategies.
- Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
- Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department/Internship Trainer
Sri Narasimha Raja District Hospital
04.1999 - 10.2000
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
- Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions and provided home care strategies.
- Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
- Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
- Programmed and implemented computerized fitness routines for clients needing structure of such programs.
- Connected positively with clients of fitness or emotional condition, resulting in diverse fitness goals being met.
- Reported equipment repair and adjustment needs to management.
- Maintained facility by sweeping floors, wiping and disinfecting surfaces, cleaning locker rooms and emptying trash.
- Engaged with training function and philosophy to develop key skills.
- Learned proper use of fitness and training equipment in facility and explained and demonstrated safe equipment use to clients.
- Trained clients to reach fitness goals by improving mobility, endurance, weight loss, flexibility and strength.
- Guided special needs clients through proper and safe use of fitness equipment, equipping clients to achieve increased confidence, independence and health.
Education
PMHNP-BC/APRN -
Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions
Provo, UT04.2021
Master of Science - MSN/Nursing Leadership & Management
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT06.2018
Skills
- Psychiatric and Mental Health Care
- Medication Prescribing and Administration
- Patient Health Education
- Unit Management and Leadership
- Clinical Documentation
- Clinical Quality Improvement
- Nurse Education and Mentorship
- Disease Diagnosis and Management
- Team Building
- Team Management
- Conflict Resolution
- Data Management
- Supervision & Leadership
- Microsoft Office
- Good Work Ethic
- Customer Service
- Computer Skills
- PPE Use
- Training & Development
- Active Listening
- Relationship Building
- Maintenance & Repair
- Critical Thinking
- Problem Resolution
- Reliable & Trustworthy
- Planning & Organizing
- First Aid/CPR
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Organizational Skills
- Flexible Schedule
- People Skills
- Patient-centered care
- Autism spectrum disorders
- Medication management
- Therapeutic communication
- Clinical supervision
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
- Group therapy facilitation
- Substance abuse treatment
- Psychosocial analysis
- Psychiatric and mental health care
- Mental health counseling
- Diagnostic assessment
- Eating disorder treatment
- Unit management and leadership
- Behavioral therapy
- Clinical documentation
- Psychiatric evaluation
- Clinical quality improvement
- Patient health education
- Bipolar disorder treatment
Languages
English
Professional
Hindi
Professional
Malayalam
Professional
Accomplishments
- Created highly effective new program that significantly impacted efficiency and improved operations.
- Consistently maintained high customer satisfaction ratings.
- Recognized as Employee of the year-2021 for outstanding performance and team contributions.
Affiliations
- Member, The North Texas Nurse Practitioner Association/ENP network
- Member, Alumni Association
Certification
- Licensed PMHNP-BC - [2021]
Contact
Lewisville, United States 75056
Education and Training
other,Salt Lake City, UT,other,Provo, UT
Licenses
- PMHNP-BC-Texas License
- PMHNP-BC-Florida License
- PMHNP-BC-New Mexico License
- AHA-CPR/BLS/ACLS Certified
- All Clear and Active
Timeline
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner/PMHNP
Veterans Administration -CCOPC
05.2023 - Current
PMHNP-BC/Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Balanced Wellbeing
01.2022 - 05.2023
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department/Registered Nurse,ED/Float Pool Staff Nurse
UTSW Medical Center
01.2015 - 01.2022
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Progressive Care
Adventist Health System
07.2006 - 01.2015
Mental Health/ECT/Registered Nurse Shift Supervisor
Downshire Hospital
12.2003 - 07.2006
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department/Ambulance Manager
Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences
10.2000 - 12.2003
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department/Internship Trainer
Sri Narasimha Raja District Hospital
04.1999 - 10.2000
Master of Science - MSN/Nursing Leadership & Management
Western Governors University
- Licensed PMHNP-BC - [2021]
PMHNP-BC/APRN -
Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions
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