Lisa A Parker
Mequon,WI
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated dual certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Family Nurse Practitioner seeking a position in an outpatient clinic or hospital setting. With over 10 years (RN), 4.5 years (FNP), 3 years (PMHNP) clinical experience in diverse settings, offering excellent patient assessment skills and a dedication to providing holistic, high-quality care. Passionate about building relationships with patients to create a sense of trust and care.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
PMHNP
LifeStance Health
Glendale, WI
06.2024 - Current
PMHNP
Mequon Clinical Associates
Mequon, WI
06.2023 - 08.2024
- Provided psychiatric evaluation and medication management to patients in an outpatient setting.
- Developed individualized treatment plans for patients with mental health disorders.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to coordinate care for patients with complex diagnoses.
- Prescribed psychotropic medications based on patient needs and responses to treatment.
- Assisted in developing strategies for managing challenging behaviors or crisis situations.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation of assessments, treatments, and progress notes.
- Attended weekly supervision meetings to discuss patient cases and receive feedback from supervisor.
- Facilitated psychoeducation classes to help patients understand their diagnosis and how to manage symptoms effectively.
- Provided crisis intervention services when needed including hospitalization recommendations if necessary.
- Educated families about the importance of mental health care and available resources in the community.
- Assessed potential risk factors associated with suicidal ideation or violent behavior.
- Evaluated current medications for effectiveness and possible side effects while making recommendations accordingly.
- Performed comprehensive assessments using tools such as the MMPI-2, DSM-5 criteria.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings focused on improving outcomes for high-risk individuals.
- Documented all medications administered to mental health patients, following instructions from physicians and healthcare providers.
- Discussed non-medical techniques such as yoga and meditation to help patients alleviate depression and anxiety.
PMHNP
Cerebral Telemedicine
Mequon, Wisconsin
04.2021 - 07.2023
- Provided psychiatric evaluation and medication management to patients in an outpatient setting.
- Developed individualized treatment plans for patients with mental health disorders.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to coordinate care for patients with complex diagnoses.
- Prescribed psychotropic medications based on patient needs and responses to treatment.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation of assessments, treatments, and progress notes.
- Assisted in developing strategies for managing challenging behaviors or crisis situations.
- Attended weekly supervision meetings to discuss patient cases and receive feedback from supervisor.
- Provided crisis intervention services when needed including hospitalization recommendations if necessary.
- Educated families about the importance of mental health care and available resources in the community.
- Assessed potential risk factors associated with suicidal ideation or violent behavior.
- Evaluated current medications for effectiveness and possible side effects while making recommendations accordingly.
Family Nurse Practitioner
Family Doctors SC
Milwaukee, WI
11.2017 - 07.2021
- Provided primary care to a variety of patients from 18 years through older adulthood
- Assisted in developing treatment plans and goals which were attainable and clearly understood by the patient
- Delivered high quality and compassionate treatment to a diverse community to reach the most optimal level of care
- Identified the patients requiring referral or transportation to receive further extensive medical assistance
- Issued referrals to obtain specialized care for patients.
- Diagnosed and treated patients with chronic and acute health problems, including MI, arrhythmias, asthma, COPD, pneumonia.
- Checked and repaired wounds with techniques such as liquid skin, sutures and bandages.
- Assisted with the management of pain due to acute and chronic concerns.
- Delivered high quality and compassionate treatment to indigent and low-income patients.
- Built trust and rapport with patients by listening to concerns, advocating for wellness and educating on acute and chronic health issues.
- Explained treatment plan care, physician-ordered tests and medications to patients and family members or caregivers.
- Managed pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment of various disorders and diseases.
- Developed tailored care plans for each patient in collaboration with physicians and healthcare team.
- Performed physical exams, ordering and evaluating lab test as well as medications.
- Kept abreast of advances in medicine, computerized diagnostic and treatment equipment, data processing technology, imaging advances, government regulations, health insurance changes and financing options.
Staff Nurse III
Wheaton Franciscan -St. Francis Hospital
Milwaukee, WI
07.2010 - 05.2020
- Effectively fulfilled the role of registered nurse on a fast-paced medical/surgical unit using the nursing process
- Served as Charge nurse to manage team of nurses, and served as nursing resource to precept newly hired RNs, nurse interns, graduate nurses, and nursing students
- Participated with quality improvement programs such as hand washing audit
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Monitored patient vitals post-surgery, managed medical equipment and administered medications and IVs.
- Administered oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients and monitored responses.
- Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.
- Addressed rapid response and code situations by strategically organizing and delegating tasks.
- Delivered extensive training to newly hired employees and student nurses, offering insight and assistance related to emergent situations.
- Immunized patients against diseases such as influenza and pneumonia to protect vulnerable populations from serious illnesses.
- Used facility EMR system to update patient records, transmit prescriptions and transfer files.
Education
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner - Psychiatry
Alverno College
Milwaukee, WI12-2021
Master of Science - Nursing, Family Nurse Practitioner
Concordia University Wisconsin
2015
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Lakeview College of Nursing
2010
Skills
- Clinical experience
- Disease management
- Internal Medicine
- Medical assistance
- Medication administration
- Rapport
- Reporting
- Transportation
- Treatment plans
- Clinical care standards
- Preventative care
- Electronic health records systems
- Physical assessments
- Interpreting laboratory results
- Treatment planning
- Geriatric treatment
- Organization
- Planning and coordination
- Communications
- Customer service
- First Aid/CPR
Affiliations
Milwaukee Metro Nurse Practitioners
Association American Nurses Association
References
REFERENCES Available upon request
Additional Information
- Medical Missionary International ORGANIZATIONS
Certification
- Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (ANCC)
- Family Nurse Practitioner (ANCC)
- Registered Nurse (WI)
- BLS
Timeline
PMHNP
LifeStance Health
06.2024 - Current
PMHNP
Mequon Clinical Associates
06.2023 - 08.2024
PMHNP
Cerebral Telemedicine
04.2021 - 07.2023
Family Nurse Practitioner
Family Doctors SC
11.2017 - 07.2021
Staff Nurse III
Wheaton Franciscan -St. Francis Hospital
07.2010 - 05.2020
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner - Psychiatry
Alverno College
Master of Science - Nursing, Family Nurse Practitioner
Concordia University Wisconsin
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Lakeview College of Nursing