Leeann Chang
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Pompano Beach,FL
Summary
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner graduate with 500 hours of supervised psychiatric clinical training and 8+ years of professional nursing experience. Skilled in psychiatric interviewing, comprehensive assessment, mental status examination, clinical formulation, treatment planning, medication-management collaboration, patient education, and clinical documentation. Patient-centered and collaborative, with additional experience caring for patients receiving electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) in a lead PACU role. Demonstrates strong clinical judgment and bilingual communication skills in English and Spanish, supporting patient-centered care in psychiatric settings.
Overview
1
1
Certification
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Psychiatric clinical experience
Brain Health Psychiatry- 250 hours
Deerfield Beach, Florida
2026 - 2026
- Conducted psychiatric interviews, comprehensive assessments, and mental status examinations under PMHNP supervision.
- Developed clinical impressions and individualized treatment plans based on presenting concerns and patient needs.
- Collaborated with the PMHNP preceptor on medication selection, prescribing decisions, and treatment response.
- Provided patient education and therapeutic support while maintaining accurate clinical documentation.
Psychiatric Clinical Experience
MyWellness Psychiatry- 250 hours
Deerfield Beach, Florida
2026 - 2026
- Performed psychiatric assessments and identified presenting concerns, clinical needs, and treatment priorities.
- Collaborated on diagnostic formulation and individualized treatment planning under PMHNP supervision.
- Participated in medication management and monitoring of treatment response and tolerability.
- Supported continuity of care through patient education, therapeutic communication, and timely documentation.
Registered Nurse
Mount Sinai Medical Center Of Florida
04.2018 - 01.2021
- Served as a lead PACU nurse caring for ECT patients, coordinating pre-procedure preparation and post-treatment recovery.
- Assessed mental status, behavior, physiologic response, and recovery; promptly communicated clinically significant findings.
- Provided patient education, therapeutic communication, and emotional support throughout the ECT treatment experience.
- Collaborated with psychiatrists, anesthesia providers, nurses, and other team members to promote safe, coordinated care.
- Administered medications and monitored therapeutic response, adverse effects, and changes requiring intervention.
Registered Nurse
Outpatient Surgical Services
01.2021 - 02.2023
- Provided direct patient care with emphasis on assessment, medication safety, education, and emotional support.
- Used therapeutic communication to establish rapport, address patient concerns, and reinforce individualized treatment and discharge plans.
- Monitored changes in condition and communicated significant findings promptly to physicians and the care team.
Registered Nurse
Surgical Center of Fort Lauderdale
02.2023 - Current
- Provide individualized nursing care through comprehensive assessment, medication administration, patient education, and clinical monitoring.
- Establish therapeutic rapport through attentive listening, clear communication, and individualized patient support.
- Recognize changes in clinical status and communicate pertinent findings to providers and the interdisciplinary team.
- Maintain accurate documentation while supporting patient safety, continuity of care, and positive outcomes.
Education
Master of Science - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
St. Thomas University
Miami, FL06-2026
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Miami Dade College
Miami, FL08-2020
Skills
- Psychiatric Assessment
- Clinical Formulation
- Medication Management
- Therapeutic Communication
- ECT Patient Care
- Treatment Planning
- Patient Education
- Clinical Judgment
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Team Collaboration
- Compassionate care
- Clinical Documentation
- Proficient in English and Spanish
Certification
- Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner
- Registered Nurse
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
Accomplishments
- The Daisy Foundation Award 2023- PreOp/PACU
- Nurse of the Unit Award 2020- PACU
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Surgical Center of Fort Lauderdale
02.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Outpatient Surgical Services
01.2021 - 02.2023
Registered Nurse
Mount Sinai Medical Center Of Florida
04.2018 - 01.2021
Psychiatric clinical experience
Brain Health Psychiatry- 250 hours
2026 - 2026
Psychiatric Clinical Experience
MyWellness Psychiatry- 250 hours
2026 - 2026
Master of Science - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
St. Thomas University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Miami Dade College