Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
Ideal PMHNP Position
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Latina Alexander PMHNP-BC

Humble,TX

Summary

Compassionate and patient-centered Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner graduate with extensive nursing experience and longstanding exposure to behavioral health populations across multiple healthcare settings. Board certified through the ANCC as a PMHNP-BC and currently pursuing Texas APRN licensure and prescriptive authority. Known for strong therapeutic communication skills, professionalism, adaptability, and the ability to build meaningful rapport with patients and families. Passionate about providing evidence-based, collaborative mental health care focused on improving overall functioning, emotional wellness, and quality of life.

Overview

1
1
Certification
27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

Memorial Hermann Northeast Hospital & Townsen Memorial Hospital
Humble, TX
05.2012 - Current
  • Administered medications and monitored patient responses in fast-paced medical-surgical unit.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for diverse patient populations.

Licensed Practical Nurse / Registered Nurse

University Medical Center & Iberia Rehabilitation Hospital
Lafayette, LA
07.2003 - 02.2012
  • Inpatient Chemical Detoxification Unit.
  • Administered medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders and established protocols.
  • Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely interventions.

Mental Health Technician

Vermillion Hospital
Lafayette, LA
11.1999 - 06.2003
  • Monitored patient behavior and emotional well-being to ensure safety and comfort.
  • Assisted in implementing individualized treatment plans under guidance of healthcare professionals.

Education

Master of Science - Psychiatric Nursing

Purdue Global University
West Lafayette
03-2026

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Chamberlain University
Phoenix, AZ
10-2011

Associate of Science - Nursing

Excelsior College
Albany, NY
05-2009

Nursing

Lafayette General Medical Center LPN Program
Lafayette, LA
06-2003

Skills

  • PMHNP Student Clinical Practicum October 2025 – March 2026
  • Lifespan Psychiatry and Wellness– Vivian Young, PMHNP-BC

    Provided psychiatric assessment and medication management support for patients across the lifespan under supervision of board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner
    Participated in diagnostic evaluations, treatment planning, psychopharmacology management, patient education, and follow-up care
    Gained experience managing mood disorders, anxiety disorders, ADHD, trauma-related disorders, and other behavioral health conditions in an outpatient psychiatric setting


    PMHNP Student Clinical Practicum August 2025 – October 2025

    Revive Mental Health – Cinderella Broussard, PMHNP-BC

    Assisted in psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and development of individualized treatment plans for diverse behavioral health populations
    Strengthened skills in therapeutic communication, differential diagnosis, psychopharmacology, documentation, and patient-centered mental health care
    Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to support continuity of psychiatric treatment and follow-up care

Certification

  • American Nurses Credentialing Certification-
  • Registered Nurse, Texas compact license- Active and unencumbered. License number 815680
  • Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), American Heart Association
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), American Heart Association

Timeline

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

Memorial Hermann Northeast Hospital & Townsen Memorial Hospital
05.2012 - Current

Licensed Practical Nurse / Registered Nurse

University Medical Center & Iberia Rehabilitation Hospital
07.2003 - 02.2012

Mental Health Technician

Vermillion Hospital
11.1999 - 06.2003

Master of Science - Psychiatric Nursing

Purdue Global University

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Chamberlain University

Associate of Science - Nursing

Excelsior College

Nursing

Lafayette General Medical Center LPN Program

Ideal PMHNP Position

Seeking a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner position in an outpatient or hybrid setting providing comprehensive, evidence-based psychiatric care. Primary clinical focus on adult and older adult populations, with comfort providing care across the lifespan. Role includes conducting psychiatric evaluations, diagnosing mental health disorders using DSM-5-TR criteria, developing individualized treatment plans, and managing psychotropic medications.

Desires a collaborative practice environment that supports clinical autonomy, interdisciplinary teamwork, and continuity of care through in-person and telehealth services. Experienced in therapeutic communication, crisis assessment, suicide risk evaluation, and coordination of care with psychiatrists, therapists, primary care providers, and support staff.

Prefers a schedule allowing 45–60 minute initial evaluations and 15–30 minute follow-up visits, with clearly defined and limited on-call responsibilities supported by established crisis management protocols. Seeks competitive compensation aligned with regional PMHNP standards, including comprehensive benefits, malpractice coverage, continuing education support, and appropriate compensation for on-call or crisis coverage.

Latina Alexander PMHNP-BC