Lisa Riegel
Western Connecticut Medical Group
Bridgeport,CT
1
Certification
24
years of professional experience
Dedicated Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with expertise in psychiatric assessments, treatment planning, and crisis intervention. Proven ability to enhance patient care through collaboration and evidence-based practices.
Work History
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
1 Year 8 Months- Conduct comprehensive psychiatric assessments to evaluate patient mental health needs.
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on evidence-based practices.
- Lead quality improvement initiatives to enhance service delivery within the practice.
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
12 Years 10 Months- Conducted thorough psychiatric evaluations to accurately diagnose mental health conditions and inform appropriate treatment decisions.
- Prescribed appropriate medications while monitoring for efficacy and side effects.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care and optimize outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on mental health conditions and treatment options.
- Provide crisis intervention services as needed to stabilize patients experiencing acute distress or at risk for harm to self or others.
- Enhanced patient adherence to treatment protocols by educating individuals and families on disease management and prevention strategies.
- Optimized medication management protocols to minimize side effects and maximize therapeutic benefits for patients with psychiatric conditions.
- Maintained comprehensive, accurate, and timely electronic health records to support ongoing assessment and treatment planning efforts.
- Utilized telehealth technologies as necessary to provide remote consultations while ensuring adequate patient monitoring during periods of distance-based care.
- Streamlined medication management processes by regularly reviewing prescriptions for effectiveness, potential interactions, and side effects.
- Improved care continuity by effectively collaborating with interdisciplinary team members and maintaining clear communication.
- Develop strong therapeutic alliances with patients through active listening skills and empathic understanding of their personal experiences.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry best practices through continuous professional development opportunities and attending relevant conferences.
- Increased patient satisfaction through providing compassionate, holistic care and addressing the unique concerns of each individual.
- Mentored APRN nursing students, fostering a supportive learning environment that encouraged professional growth.
- Implemented evidence-based practices in psychiatric care, resulting in improved clinical outcomes and patient quality of life.
- Provided direct quality care to patients by monitoring, recording and evaluating psychiatric conditions.
- 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.
Registered Nurse
11 Years 2 Months- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to medical staff promptly.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Developed individualized care plans in collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.
- Educated patients and families on health management and wellness strategies.
- Led training sessions for staff on new healthcare technologies and protocols.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
Education
Master of Science - Psychiatric Nursing
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Skills
Medication optimization
Medication management
Mental health services
Clinical documentation
Certification
Board Examination, 1994-RN and 2012 -APRN
State of Connecticut Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
State of Connecticut Registered Nurse
State of New York Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
State of New York Registered Nurse
Member, Sigma Theta Tau, Kappa Alpha Chapter, 1992- present
Timeline
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Saint Vincent's Medical Center
02.2025 - CurrentRead More
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Western Connecticut Medical Group
12.2013 - CurrentRead More
Registered Nurse
Devereux-Glenholme School
08.2002 - 10.2013Read More
Fairfield University
Master of Science from Psychiatric Nursing
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Western Connecticut State University
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
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