LaShena Hampton
Montgomery,AL
Summary
Compassionate Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner with over 20 years in psychiatric nursing, primary care, and rehabilitation. Board-certified AGPCNP and PMHNP candidate, skilled in integrating behavioral health into primary care and managing complex medical conditions. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through interdisciplinary collaboration and evidence-based treatment.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Nurse – Psychiatric Services
CaraStar Health
06.2024 - Current
- Provide direct psychiatric nursing care for patients with acute and chronic mental illness
- Administer and monitor psychotropic medications and assess treatment response
- Perform psychiatric assessments and assist in care planning with providers
- Implement crisis intervention, safety monitoring, and de-escalation techniques
- Educate patients and families on mental health conditions and medication adherence
- Maintain EMR documentation in compliance with regulatory standards
Nurse Practitioner – Primary Care
Grace Family Medicine
10.2025 - 12.2026
- Serve as advanced practice provider in outpatient family medicine delivering comprehensive care in adult population
- Independently diagnose and manage acute and chronic conditions including hypertension, diabetes, COPD, asthma, thyroid disorders, and cardiovascular disease
- Provide preventive care services including annual wellness exams, screenings, immunizations, and risk stratification
- Integrate behavioral health into primary care by screening and managing depression, anxiety, insomnia, and stress-related disorders
- Develop and implement individualized, evidence-based treatment plans aligned with current clinical guidelines
- Prescribe and manage medications within scope of practice and collaborative agreement
- Order and interpret diagnostic tests including labs, imaging, and specialty evaluations
PMHNP Student – Post-Master’s Certificate (Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner)
Chamberlain University
07.2025 - 08.2026
- Advanced graduate-level training in psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, and psychopharmacology across the lifespan
- Supervised clinical practicum in outpatient and mental health settings
- Management of mood, anxiety, psychotic, trauma-related, and substance use disorders
- Integration of psychotherapy modalities with pharmacologic treatment planning
- Completion of structured clinical hours under licensed PMHNP preceptors
- Development of advanced clinical reasoning in psychiatric differential diagnosis and treatment planning
Nurse Practitioner Student – Geriatric & Long-Term Care
Capitol Hill Healthcare / Crowne Healthcare of Montgomery (Team Health)
07.2024 - 11.2024
- Completed 250 supervised clinical hours providing care to older adults in skilled nursing settings
- Managed dementia, depression, anxiety, and chronic medical comorbidities
- Developed individualized care plans integrating medical, psychiatric, and functional needs
- Coordinated care with physicians, therapists, and interdisciplinary teams
- Provided education on chronic disease management, medication safety, and end-of-life care
Nurse Practitioner Student – Family Practice
Family Care Associates
03.2024 - 06.2024
- Completed 365 clinical hours in outpatient primary care setting
- Evaluated and managed acute and chronic conditions in adolescent and adult patients
- Identified and addressed behavioral health comorbidities within primary care visits
- Developed evidence-based treatment plans and patient education interventions
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to support continuity of care
Certified Case Manager / Rehabilitation Nurse
Encompass Rehabilitation Hospital – Montgomery
12.2011 - 02.2024
- Improved patient outcomes through coordinated, goal-directed care planning
- Developed individualized rehabilitation and discharge planning strategies, ensuring seamless transitions and continuity of care
- Coordinated multidisciplinary care for medically and behaviorally complex patients, enhancing patient engagement and satisfaction
- Advocated for patients and families in treatment planning and care transitions, facilitating informed decision-making and support
- Collaborated with physicians, therapists, and behavioral health teams
Education
Post-Master’s Certificate - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Chamberlain University
Addison, IL08-2026
MSN - Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
Chamberlain University
01-2024
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - BSN
Chamberlain University
01-2022
Associate Degree in Nursing -
Troy University
01-2006
Skills
- Primary care management
- Psychiatric assessment and treatment
- Psychopharmacology
- Chronic disease management
- Integrated behavioral health
- Preventive care
- Crisis intervention
- Care coordination
- Patient education
- EMR documentation
- Evidence-based practice
Professional References
- Alesha Thomas, LCSW, Ally Psychiatry, 334-832-6502
- Jared Knighting, PMHNP, Ally Psychiatry, 205-529-0817
- Garcia Stephenson, Professional Reference, 334-324-4436
- Rhonda Wimbley, Professional Reference, 334-233-3272
Languages
English (Native)
Clinical And Technical Skills
- Primary Care Management
- Psychiatric Assessment & Treatment
- Psychopharmacology
- Chronic Disease Management
- Integrated Behavioral Health
- Preventive Care
- Crisis Intervention
- Care Coordination
- Patient Education
- EMR Documentation
- Evidence-Based Practice
Certifications And Licensure
- Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP-BC)
- Registered Nurse (RN), Alabama
- Certified Rehabilitation Registered Nurse (CRRN)
- Certified Case Manager (CCM)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
Timeline
Nurse Practitioner – Primary Care
Grace Family Medicine
10.2025 - 12.2026
PMHNP Student – Post-Master’s Certificate (Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner)
Chamberlain University
07.2025 - 08.2026
Nurse Practitioner Student – Geriatric & Long-Term Care
Capitol Hill Healthcare / Crowne Healthcare of Montgomery (Team Health)
07.2024 - 11.2024
Staff Nurse – Psychiatric Services
CaraStar Health
06.2024 - Current
Nurse Practitioner Student – Family Practice
Family Care Associates
03.2024 - 06.2024
Certified Case Manager / Rehabilitation Nurse
Encompass Rehabilitation Hospital – Montgomery
12.2011 - 02.2024
Post-Master’s Certificate - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Chamberlain University
MSN - Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
Chamberlain University
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - BSN
Chamberlain University
Associate Degree in Nursing -
Troy University