Leigh Anne Quarles
Providence,UT
Summary
Dedicated and experienced nursing professional with over two decades of proven nursing excellence, is seeking a hybrid or online nursing educator position. I am currently in a DNP program with a nursing education emphasis. Recent experience includes 9 years as a licensed Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP). Demonstrated ability to deliver exceptional care to individuals with psychiatric and substance use disorders within a variety of healthcare environments, encompassing emergency departments, acute inpatient facilities, and residential programs. Proficient in administering psychiatric assessments, conducting suicide evaluations, managing medications, developing treatment plans, and overseeing discharge processes. Recognized by the ANCC as a certified psychiatric nurse practitioner and nurse case manager (CMGT-BC). Serves as preceptor to NP students. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
2
2
Certification
Work History
Nurse Practitioner
APRN-PMHNP - Acute Inpatient Psychiatric Hospital, Winnebago Mental Health Institute
Oshkosh, WI
10.2021 - 08.2023
- NP in Wisconsin State Hospital) Adult/geriatric/pediatric Units
- Float to different units, admit, follow, medicate, manage, discharge, patient panel
- Testify in probable cause hearings
- Initial psychiatric assessment, assign diagnosis, start medications, answer pages from units for emergency meds/seclusion & restraint
- Treatment Care Plans, work with interdisciplinary team
- Analyzed explanations for psychiatric illnesses by screening clients for physical illnesses, neurological trauma, developmental issues and genetic factors.
- Furnished client-centered treatments by referring to Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders and listening to clients' symptoms and concerns.
Registered Nurse
Veterans Affairs Medical Center
Salt Lake City, UT
04.2019 - 07.2021
- Worked on both 22-bed locked inpatient acute psych unit/ 16 bed residential unit
- Admissions, discharges, meds
- Motivational Interviewing/counseling.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, APRN
Inpatient Psychiatric Unit/Outpatient/ER Southern Nevada VA Medical Center
Las Vegas
12.2017 - 03.2019
- Accept admissions to acute inpatient psychiatric unit, comprehensive psychiatric assessment, medication reconciliation, diagnose/ICD 10 codes for reimbursement
- Crisis intervention, start detox protocol, psychiatric eval and physical (H&P) assessment
- Suicide assessments/treatment plans
- Performed consultations on medicine floor to determine/recommend need for psychiatric care and medication.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Coordinated with medical and paramedical professionals to provide appropriate input and effectively formulate and implement treatment plans for patients.
- Utilized multi-modal diagnostic tools to diagnose and treat psychiatric patients with memory difficulties and dementia.
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, PMHNP
Horizon Behavioral Health
Lynchburg, VA
01.2017 - 10.2017
- Inpatient detox/addiction/crisis stabilization facility
- PMHNP - Admissions, discharges, diagnoses, treatment plans, detox medication management using detox protocols and discharge planning to include MAT including buprenorphine and naltrexone
- Crisis intervention, psychiatric assessments, H&Ps
- Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
- Worked with families, caregivers and patients to determine best options for treatment, diagnosis, and prevention.
- Performed patient physicals and compared and contrasted results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment.
- Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
Nurse Practitioner, APRN, PMHNP
Veterans Affairs Medical Center
Cheyenne, WY
12.2016 - 06.2017
- Psychiatric evaluations, new patients, continuity of care, medication management, treatment plans, work with interdisciplinary team
- Outpatient mental Health Clinic
- Psych consults on inpatient units.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Prescribed medications or treatments based on patient medical assessments.
- Coordinated care with other healthcare professionals, promoting optimal patient outcomes.
Nurse Practitioner, APRN, PMHNP - Contract
Oregon State Hospital
Salem, Oregon
05.2016 - 10.2016
- Work as PMHNP with both civilly committed and forensic patients
- Admissions/discharges, treatment plans, med management, discharge planning
- Restraint and Seclusion orders
- Coordinated with medical and paramedical professionals to provide appropriate input and effectively formulate and implement treatment plans for patients.
RN Utilization Review/Case Manager
Intermountain Healthcare/Dixie Regional Hospital
Saint George, UT
12.2014 - 10.2015
- RN: Medical review criteria, utilization management, clinical documentation
- Use InterQual criteria to determine appropriate classification of admission, continued stay and discharge.
- Evaluated medical guidelines and benefit coverage to determine appropriateness of services.
- Devise or identify solutions for irregular requests and issues.
- Submitted cases for criteria failures and helped facilitate resolutions and approvals.
- Performed admission reviews for medical necessity
- Performed prior authorization review of services requiring notification.
- Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
RN Utilization Review /RN Case Manager
Veterans Affairs Medical Center
Las Vegas, NV
03.2012 - 10.2014
- VA Healthcare Administration
- RN: Pre-certify admissions with patient’s insurance company, admission authorization, concurrent discharge, retrospective and appeals/denial reviews to obtain approval from third party payers using InterQual, ICD-9 codes /CPT codes, for services provided to Veterans
- Documentation revie Review of clinical consults and provider notes of Veterans in community hospitals, daily assessment of patient care needs to determine the next steps in clinical coordination.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Participated in patient and family planning process, as well as provided instructions and addressed question and concerns.
- Developed care plans based on nursing diagnosis and incorporated therapeutic, preventive and rehabilitative nursing methods.
- Effectively communicated with physicians regarding patient needs, performance, medications and changes.
Community Health Nurse Case Manager
Indian Health Service
Whiteriver, AZ
04.2006 - 01.2012
- Interviewed, evaluated, counseled RN, Psych techs
- Responsible for performance improvement data, customer service/patient satisfaction, patient, and employee safety, 16 bed unit.
- Reviewed department performance and adjusted coverage to compensate for changing conditions.
- Fostered improvement in staff development, personnel training, and standards of patient care.
- Investigated and independently resolved complaints from staff, physicians, and patients by leveraging clinical judgment and unit management expertise.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Partnered with physicians, social workers, activity therapists, nutritionists, and case managers to develop and implement individualized care plans and documented patient interactions and interventions in electronic charting systems.
- Identified care needs of individual patients and coordinated responses based on physician advice, insurance limitations, and procedural costs.
Charge nurse/house supervisor
RN Inpatient. UCHealth/Mountain Crest Psychiatric Hospital
Fort Collins, CO.
03.2003 - 01.2005
- Nursing admissions, discharges, care plans, orders, medication administration and other ordered therapies
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
Gonzaga University
Spokane, WA05.2015
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Regis University
Denver, CO12.2002
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
University of Colorado At Boulder
Boulder, CO05.1998
Skills
- Psychiatric Evaluation
- Risk Assessments
- Clinical Quality Improvement
- Electronic Charting
- Interdisciplinary Care
- Medication Side Effect Knowledge
- Nurse Education and Mentorship
- Mental and Physical Assessments
- Interpersonal Communication Skills
- Crisis Situations
- Withdrawal symptom protocol and treatment
- Adverse Drug Interactions
- Multidisciplinary Treatment Planning
Certification
- ANCC Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Certification (PMHNP-BC, lifespan childhood to geriatric) - Exp. 2025
- ANCC Nursing Case Manager Certification - CMGT-BC
- NPI: 1295909794
- DEA II-V: MQ3566897
- American Heart Association – Provider BLS
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 20 staff members.
- Quality Assurance - Ensured and enforced medical office compliance with HIPAA, OSHA and CLIA regulations for maximum quality and control.
- Supervision - Headed onboarding process for new nursing staff.
- Served as preceptor for nurse practitioner students
Work Availability
monday
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Timeline
Nurse Practitioner
APRN-PMHNP - Acute Inpatient Psychiatric Hospital, Winnebago Mental Health Institute
10.2021 - 08.2023
Registered Nurse
Veterans Affairs Medical Center
04.2019 - 07.2021
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, APRN
Inpatient Psychiatric Unit/Outpatient/ER Southern Nevada VA Medical Center
12.2017 - 03.2019
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, PMHNP
Horizon Behavioral Health
01.2017 - 10.2017
Nurse Practitioner, APRN, PMHNP
Veterans Affairs Medical Center
12.2016 - 06.2017
Nurse Practitioner, APRN, PMHNP - Contract
Oregon State Hospital
05.2016 - 10.2016
RN Utilization Review/Case Manager
Intermountain Healthcare/Dixie Regional Hospital
12.2014 - 10.2015
RN Utilization Review /RN Case Manager
Veterans Affairs Medical Center
03.2012 - 10.2014
Community Health Nurse Case Manager
Indian Health Service
04.2006 - 01.2012
Charge nurse/house supervisor
RN Inpatient. UCHealth/Mountain Crest Psychiatric Hospital
03.2003 - 01.2005
Master of Science - Nursing
Gonzaga University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Regis University
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
University of Colorado At Boulder
- ANCC Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Certification (PMHNP-BC lifespan childhood to geriatric)
- ANCC Nursing Case Manager Certification - CMGT-BC
- NPI: 1295909794
- DEA II-V: MQ3566897
- American Heart Association – Provider BLS
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