Latresha Wade
Little Rock,AR
Summary
Energetic and educated Advanced Practiced Registered Nurse. I am a With years spent in nursing that can contribute to expansive knowledge of the field. Even after years experiences, there is still something new to learn everyday. I am Interested in an APRN (Psychiatry), position in a facility with a commitment to patients whole health including body, mind, and soul. I am Specialized in Mental Health & Psychiatry due to feelings such as a great need to advocate for patients that are suffering from mental illness.
I have been Dedicated the past few years to higher education to better myself as a Nurse. Building strong relationships with patients and families, and also act as a patient advocate to achieve the best possible outcomes. I am Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. I am Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care.
I am a Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities along with Highly-motivated employee with a desire to take on new challenges. I am Strong with ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. and will Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
I am a 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 10+ years of experience monitoring treatment of patients diagnosed with mental health , illnesses and distress.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mental Health Registered Nurse
Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System
North Little Rock, AR
2014.08 - Current
- Relaxation Techniques
- Withdrawal Symptoms
- EMR Systems
- Major Depression
- PTSD
- Bipolar Disorder
- Diagnostic Screenings
- Patient-Centered Care
- Interdisciplinary Care
- Treated patients using Various techniques
- Worked collaboratively with medical professionals regarding patient care
- Monitored and recorded patients' progress to determine success of treatments
- Developed and administered patient treatment plans for patients each week
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Documented client progress in confidential files
- Evaluated patients and implemented comprehensive treatment plans to enhance mental health
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Moonlighting
11.2023 - 03.2024
- Prescribed medications as indicated by patient's symptoms or diagnosis.
- Performed comprehensive psychiatric evaluations of patients in an outpatient setting.
- Increased patient satisfaction through providing compassionate, holistic care and addressing the unique concerns of each individual.
- Conducted thorough psychiatric evaluations to accurately diagnose mental health conditions and inform appropriate treatment decisions.
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated patients using evidence-based practice guidelines.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations related to patient privacy rights.
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse PMHNP-BC
Turning Point
03.2022 - 10.2023
- Performed client assessments and developed treatment plans
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated patients using evidence-based practice guidelines.
- Performed Telehealth with patients 2-3 days a week.
- Provided clients with recommendations to community resources
- Improved patient outcomes with thorough assessment, identification of potential issues, and prompt intervention via telehealth consultations.
- Managed private practice of 24 + clients per day
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives related to telehealth nursing practice, enhancing service delivery and patient experience.
- Consulted with Saint Mary's Regional Hospital and performed all Mental health Consults for Emergency Department, Medical Surgical, ICU and other various departments of hospital.
- Worked collaboratively with other mental health professionals to provide consistent care and minimize diversion
- Consulted with other staff members regarding treatment plans as deemed appropriate by team leader
- Prescribed and monitored psychiatric medications and recommended clinical interventions for acute conditions.
- Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals
- Reduced hospital readmissions by closely monitoring patients'' health conditions and coordinating care with healthcare providers.
- Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications
- Appropriately diagnosed and treated variety of diseases and injuries through careful questioning and assessment of patient symptoms
- Performed patient physicals and compared and contrasted results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate.
- Prescribed medications as indicated by patient's symptoms or diagnosis.
- Performed comprehensive psychiatric evaluations of patients in an outpatient setting.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations related to patient privacy rights.
- Provided education for patients and families on disease management, treatment options, and preventative measures.
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse PMHNP-BC
Thriveworks Counseling
11.2021 - 04.2023
- Telemedicine Appointments: I am efficient in computer software and can manage patients from an online perspective
- Conduct telehealth visits done via video to provide quality care of transitional care management (TCM) and chronic care management (CCM) for patients through remote patient monitoring (RPM)
- Work in collaboration with the clinical interdisciplinary team to coordinate and support the participant's functional, clinical, and psychosocial needs
- Assessed and diagnosed patients with mental and psychiatric conditions
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans
- Crisis Situations, Patient Consultations, Client Interviews
- Thriveworks Counseling And Coaching- Advanced Nurse Practitioner
- Performed patient physicals and compared and contrasted results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment
- Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs and non-medical options for treatments and therapy
- 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
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere
- Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time
- Appropriately diagnosed and treated variety of diseases and injuries through careful questioning and assessment of patient symptoms
- Coordinated with physicians, specialists and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions
- Explained medications and side effects to patients, family members and caregivers, and thoroughly reviewed physician-ordered tests
- Strictly adhered to all HIPAA regulations
- Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals
- Teamed with physicians to provide comprehensive patient care, referrals and high-risk management
Nurse Instructor
Arkansas State University
07.2018 - 11.2021
- Contributed educational and clinical expertise to help optimize training courses and boost student learning.
- Supported student educational and vocational planning to help each optimize learning strategies and reap long-term career benefits.
- Liaised with medical and nursing personnel to evaluate and improve teaching and nursing practices.
- Maintained student attendance records and grades using EPIC.
- Prepared and delivered lectures to undergraduate or graduate students on topics such as pharmacology, mental health nursing and community health care practices.
- Mentored individual students, providing guidance and support in their academic and professional growth.
- Utilized various evaluation methods to monitor student progress and adjust teaching strategies as needed, ensuring optimal learning outcomes for all participants.
- Incorporated evidence-based practices into lessons, guiding students in applying research findings to clinical scenarios.
- Coordinated with local hospitals and clinics to arrange clinical placements for students, allowing them to gain valuable real-world experience under supervised conditions.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills by posing complex questions during classroom discussions and requiring well-reasoned responses from students.
- Collaborated with other Nurse Instructors to develop interdisciplinary courses, promoting a holistic approach to healthcare education.
- Provided timely feedback on student assignments, highlighting strengths as well as areas needing improvement or clarification.
- Evaluated student performance through assessments, identifying areas for improvement and adjusting teaching strategies accordingly.
- Implemented innovative teaching methodologies to accommodate diverse learning styles and engage all students effectively.
Registered Nurse
Arkansas Department Of Corrections
01.2016 - 03.2019
- Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Educated patients on lifestyle changes to help dramatically reduce the chances or recurrence of symptoms
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Reduced risk of infection by maintaining a clean and organized work environment in accordance with established protocols.
- Promoted a safe environment for both staff and inmates by adhering to institutional policies regarding contraband control, safety measures, and crisis intervention techniques.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized care plans for each inmate.
- Safeguarded medication administration process by adhering to stringent security procedures and regulations specific to correctional facilities.
- Streamlined workflow efficiency by assisting with inventory management, supply ordering, and equipment maintenance tasks as needed.
- Delivered compassionate nursing care while maintaining professional boundaries and upholding ethical standards within the prison setting.
Interim Director of Nursing
Legacy Nursing And Rehab
05.2015 - 09.2015
- Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, residents, and families.
- Established and monitored infection control programs to provide safe, sanitary environment to prevent transmission of disease and infection.
- Evaluated work performance of 86 nursing personnel to determine wage increases and implement discipline.
- Established new policies and updated existing policies to improve standard of care for patients.
- Responsible for coordinating all department functions, maintained administrative and procedural processes
Nurse Supervisor
Hickory Heights Health And Rehab
12.2012 - 09.2014
- Kept facility in compliance with HIPAA, OSHA and other applicable guidelines.
- Supervised, directed, and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.
- Trained, evaluated and coached clinical staff to improve performance.
- Coordinated special clinics and planned for normal variations in service demand.
- Worked the floor as needed to help other staff members administer basic patient care
- Led staff meetings to keep team informed of departmental changes and provide opportunities for nurses to share ideas and concerns.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Practice
Walden University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University of Texas
Associate of Science - Nursing
National Park CommunityCollege
Technical Degree - Nursing
Southeast Arkansas College
Skills
- Assessments in Geriatric population
- Psychiatry and mental health
- Treatment plan development
- Telehealth Appointments
- Therapeutic intervention
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration
- Referral Coordination
- Patient Health Education
- Suicide Prevention
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Mental Health Law
- Therapeutic Relationship
- Psychiatric Medication
- Assertiveness Training
- Self-Care Promotion
- HIPAA
- Behavioral Management
- Medication Administration
- Mental health counseling
- Student Precepting
- Active Listening
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- EMR / EHR
- Heart Saver CPR AED (CPR AED)
- Professionalism
Accomplishments
- Created a Unit Orientation Handbook for the Mental Health ward that is now used at the VA Hospital
- Non-Abusive Psychological and Physical Intervention certification training
- TB Skin Test Certification
Affiliations
Member of Beta Club Certifications N.A.P.P American NursesAssociations American Psychiatric Nurses Association
Certification
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, American Nurses Credentialing Center
Basic Life Support
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Moonlighting
11.2023 - 03.2024
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse PMHNP-BC
Turning Point
03.2022 - 10.2023
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse PMHNP-BC
Thriveworks Counseling
11.2021 - 04.2023
Nurse Instructor
Arkansas State University
07.2018 - 11.2021
Registered Nurse
Arkansas Department Of Corrections
01.2016 - 03.2019
Interim Director of Nursing
Legacy Nursing And Rehab
05.2015 - 09.2015
Mental Health Registered Nurse
Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System
2014.08 - Current
Nurse Supervisor
Hickory Heights Health And Rehab
12.2012 - 09.2014
Master of Science - Nursing Practice
Walden University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University of Texas
Associate of Science - Nursing
National Park CommunityCollege
Technical Degree - Nursing
Southeast Arkansas College