Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Open To Work
Lisa A. DeBrier
NA
RIVERSIDE,CA
Compassionate Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with 9 years of experience supporting at-risk patients facing diverse mental health and substance use challenges. Certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Practitioner. Proficient in creating and executing tailored treatment plans while closely monitoring patient progress. Committed to delivering high-quality care that fosters healing and promotes overall mental well-being.
1
Certification
9
Years of experience
Education
Master of Science - Nursing, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Track
Gonzaga University
01.2017
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Loma Linda University-School of Nursing
01.2010
Associate of Science - Nursing
University of the State of New York-Excelsior College
01.1999
Work History
Care provider for family member
7 Months
NA - Riverside, CA | 08.2024 - 03.2025
- Organized and administered medications according to schedule.
- Assisted patients with personal requirements for housekeeping and grooming assistance.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patient to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
5 Months
Foresight Mental Health - Los Angeles, CA | 03.2024 - 08.2024
- Administered medication and treatments to patients to observe and record responses.
- Provided direct quality care to patients by monitoring, recording and evaluating psychiatric conditions.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Adaptable individual with exceptional interpersonal skills and talent for building relationships. Known for delivering outstanding service and enhancing client satisfaction. Focused on fostering positive interactions and creating collaborative environment.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
11 Months
Iris Telehealth - Pomona, CA | 01.2023 - 12.2023
- Prescribed medications following established protocols and guidelines.
- Maintained accurate and confidential patient records electronically.
- Participated in ongoing training to enhance nursing skills and knowledge.
- Assisted in developing discharge plans that included follow up appointments with specialists or outpatient programs.
- Educated patients and families on mental health management strategies.
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
11 Months
LifeStance Health - Riverside, CA | 01.2022 - 12.2022
- Provided comprehensive patient assessments and developed individualized care plans.
- Documented patient progress and maintained accurate medical records consistently.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to treatments.
- Discussed non-medical techniques such as yoga, meditation, and mindfulness to help patients alleviate depression and anxiety.
- Utilized Vsee for telehealth visits and computerized Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
4 Years
Community Health Systems, Inc - Riverside, California | 12.2017 - 12.2021
- Employed at a Federally Qualified Health Center where I cared for children, adolescents, adults, and geriatric patients ages 6-60 for outpatient medication management.
- Provided comprehensive patient assessments and developed individualized care plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care effectively.
- Implemented therapeutic interventions to support mental health recovery processes.
- Educated patients and families about mental health conditions and treatment options.
- Performed ongoing assessments of clients needs throughout the course of their treatment program.
- Prescribed medications in accordance with physician orders, monitored side effects, and adjusted dosages as needed.
Skills
Patient assessment
Medication management
Treatment planning
Telehealth services
Mental health education
Crisis intervention
Evidence-based practice
EHR documentation
Certification
- Licensed Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner - 9/25/2022-9/24/2027
- DEA exp 6/30/2029
PRESENTATIONS
- (2011) Theoretical Foundations of Advanced Practice-Loma Linda University School of Nursing; Family Theory Project
- (2010) Loma Linda University School of Nursing; undergraduate participation of a group project entitled "Post Traumatic Stress Disorder in Veterans"
ACTIVITIES
For Fun:
(1) Church and church activities (I do activities in Parish Nursing)
(2) married to my husband, Phil for 40 years who works in Wealth Management
(3) spend time with family and friends.
(4) have an older son Chris who is a Navy Veteran, younger daughter, Robin, who has a Masters Degree with an specialty of special education.
(6) love to Facetime with my beautiful granddaughters, Bailee and Charlotte.
(7) Since I am a psych nerd, I watch https://www.psychiatrypodcast.com/ to stay up to date on the latest. Have also used NEI, Carlat Publishing, PESI, for learning and I am interested in Maternity Mental Health.
Timeline
Care provider for family member
NA
08.2024 - 03.2025Read more
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Foresight Mental Health
03.2024 - 08.2024Read more
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Iris Telehealth
01.2023 - 12.2023Read more
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
LifeStance Health
01.2022 - 12.2022Read more
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Community Health Systems, Inc
12.2017 - 12.2021Read more
University of the State of New York-Excelsior College - Associate of Science, Nursing
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Loma Linda University-School of Nursing - Bachelor of Science, Nursing
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Gonzaga University - Master of Science, Nursing, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Track
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Work Preference
Job Search Status:
Open to work
Desired Job Title
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Work Type
Full TimePart Time
Location Preference
RemoteHybrid
Open to relocation:
Yes
Important To Me
Career advancementWork-life balanceCompany CultureWork from home optionPaid time offFlexible work hoursPersonal development programs