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Lacie Patterson

Lacie Patterson

Anchorage,AK

Summary

New graduate Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with a strong nursing background and experience caring for diverse patient populations. Passionate about providing thoughtful, evidence-based mental health care and improving access for underserved communities.

Overview

1
1
Certification
2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

PMHNP Student

Alaska VA Healthcare System
Anchorage, AK
02.2026 - 05.2026
  • Completed psychiatric assessments for veterans at Alaska VA Healthcare System clinics.
  • Provided psychiatric evaluation and medication management in an outpatient setting.
  • Assisted in medication reviews, ensuring adherence to treatment protocols under psychiatric preceptor supervision.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive care across Alaska VA Healthcare System services.
  • Contributed to care plans for veterans with anxiety, depression, and PTSD, enhancing individualized treatment strategies.
  • Performed suicide risk screenings using VA behavioral health protocols.
  • Educated veterans on treatment plans, medications, and follow-up care.
  • Recorded mental health findings in VA electronic health records.

PMHNP Student

Northstar Summit Residential Treatment Center
Palmer, AK
09.2025 - 12.2025
  • Assisted in diagnosis, treatment planning, and psychopharmacologic management under PMHNP supervision, contributing to comprehensive patient care.
  • Performed psychiatric assessments, mental status exams, and risk assessments for adolescents to inform treatment planning.
  • Collaborated with an interdisciplinary team to develop and implement individualized treatment goals for improved patient outcomes.
  • Provided trauma-informed, developmentally appropriate care in a residential behavioral health setting.

PMHNP Student

University of Alaska Student Health Center
Anchorage, AK
08.2024 - 05.2025
  • Conducted psychiatric evaluations and managed medication follow-ups for college-aged and adult patients, ensuring comprehensive psychiatric care.
  • Developed individualized treatment plans incorporating psychopharmacology, brief therapeutic interventions, and patient education.
  • Participated in diagnosing and treating depression, anxiety, ADHD, and trauma-related disorders, contributing to improved patient outcomes.
  • Collaborated with counseling and healthcare providers to integrate patient-centered care, enhancing treatment effectiveness.

Education

Master of Science - Nursing Science

University of Alaska Anchorage
Anchorage, AK
05-2026

Skills

  • Psychiatric assessment
  • Mental status evaluation
  • Medication management
  • Suicide risk assessment
  • Patient teaching

Certification

  • Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • PMHNP-BC
  • Registered Nurse
  • Certified Neuroscience Registered Nurse

Timeline

PMHNP Student

Alaska VA Healthcare System
02.2026 - 05.2026

PMHNP Student

Northstar Summit Residential Treatment Center
09.2025 - 12.2025

PMHNP Student

University of Alaska Student Health Center
08.2024 - 05.2025

Master of Science - Nursing Science

University of Alaska Anchorage
Lacie Patterson