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Lisa Smotherman

Lisa Smotherman

Parrish

Summary

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with expertise in psychiatric evaluation, crisis intervention, and medication management. Demonstrated success in delivering patient-centered care and applying evidence-based practices across diverse populations.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC)

A2Z Medicine: Psychiatric and Integrative Care
St. Petersburg
04.2024 - Current
  • Deliver outpatient psychiatric care and medication management to a diverse patient population.
  • Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations to diagnose mental health conditions and guide treatment planning.
  • Manage 8–10 patients daily, ensuring thorough documentation and compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Integrate evidence-based and holistic approaches to support long-term mental health stability.

Registered Nurse – Emergency Department

Tampa General Hospital
Tampa
08.2024 - 08.2025
  • Delivered high-quality emergency care in Level I trauma center.
  • Rapidly assessed and stabilized patients presenting acute medical and psychiatric conditions.
  • Collaborated with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to implement patient-centered interventions in dynamic environments.

Float Pool Nurse – Emergency Department

BayCare Health
Clearwater
04.2022 - 07.2024
  • Managed high-acuity patient populations, including psychiatric, cardiac, and complex medical cases.
  • Conducted comprehensive assessments and interventions for approximately 10 patients per shift in emergency settings.

Education

Master of Science - Nursing, Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

South College
Knoxville, TN
12-2024

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Middle Tennessee State University
Murfreesboro, TN
12.1999

Skills

  • Psychiatric evaluation and diagnosis
  • Medication management and education
  • Crisis intervention and risk assessment
  • Individual and group therapy
  • Trauma-informed care
  • Evidence-based treatment planning
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Patient and family education

Credentials

  • MSN
  • PMHNP-BC
  • APRN

Clinical Training

  • Harmony United Psychiatric Care, St. Petersburg, FL, 360, Performed psychiatric assessments, crisis intervention, and suicide risk evaluations., Assisted in medication management, therapy planning, and referrals.
  • St. Pete Live Well, St. Petersburg, FL, 150, Developed patient education strategies to improve treatment adherence.

Certifications And Licensure

  • AANP Certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC), 03/01/30
  • Florida Licensed APRN, Active
  • Registered Nurse, FL, TN, Active, CA
  • DEA License, Active
  • BLS, ACLS, PALS, American Heart Association
  • Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) Certification, 06/01/26
  • NIH Stroke Scale Certification

Affiliations

  • Summa Cum Laude
  • STAR Award
  • Marie Potts Personal Achievement Award
  • Daisy Award
  • Scuba Diving
  • Martial Arts Instructor
  • International Travel

Timeline

Registered Nurse – Emergency Department

Tampa General Hospital
08.2024 - 08.2025

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC)

A2Z Medicine: Psychiatric and Integrative Care
04.2024 - Current

Float Pool Nurse – Emergency Department

BayCare Health
04.2022 - 07.2024

Master of Science - Nursing, Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

South College

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Middle Tennessee State University