Malikata Dano
Dallas,GA
Summary
Empathetic Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with solid experience in providing mental health care to diverse patient populations. Possess strong skills in conducting comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, developing treatment plans, and administering medication management. Known for fostering therapeutic relationships with patients and collaborating effectively with interdisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes. Demonstrated impact through implementation of effective patient education strategies and advocacy for mental health awareness.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Tanner Medical Center
Villa Rica, GA
01.2024 - Current
- Diagnosed mental health, emotional and substance abuse disorders.
- Advised and educated patients and families on mental health and medical conditions, medications, or treatment plans.
- Developed therapeutic relationships with clients through regular interactions and counseling sessions.
- Diagnosed psychiatric disorders and mental health conditions through careful assessments.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatments as needed.
- Cultivated relationships with patients, discussing ways to help improve overall health while alleviating self-harm practices.
- Educated patients and family members on the use of medications, side effects, and other therapies.
- Prescribed psychotropic medications in accordance with state regulations.
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Empowering Healthcare Services
Douglasville, GA
09.2023 - Current
- Provided comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, including obtaining medical and mental health histories.
- Assessed patients to determine diagnosis and develop individualized treatment plans.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatments as needed.
- Prescribed psychotropic medications in accordance with state regulations.
- Collaborated with physicians to coordinate care for patients requiring dual diagnoses or multiple medication regimens.
- Educated patients and family members on the use of medications, side effects, and other therapies.
- Developed therapeutic relationships with clients through regular interactions and counseling sessions.
- Collaborated with prescribing professionals to get patients necessary medications.
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Restoration Hope Wellness Center
Hiram, GA
08.2022 - 11.2023
- Recorded comprehensive patient histories and coordinated treatment plans with multi-disciplinary team members.
- Met patient needs by devising and coordinating highly tailored care plans for each individual.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Collaborated with prescribing professionals to get patients necessary medications.
- Diagnosed mental health, emotional and substance abuse disorders.
- Cultivated relationships with patients, discussing ways to help improve overall health while alleviating self-harm practices.
- Provided client assessments upon admission and discharge.
- Organized treatment projects that focused on problem solving skills and creative thinking.
Registered Nurse
American Mobile Healthcare
Atlanta, GA
01.2022 - 07.2022
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Updated physicians on patient test results and assisted in developing care plans.
- Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
Registered Nurse
Aureus Medical
Fayetteville, GA
02.2021 - 01.2022
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential records in the EMR
- Participated in bedside reporting and handoff at change of shift and for patient transfers.
- Updated physicians on patient test results and assisted in developing care plans
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Grady Memorial Hospital
Atlanta, GA
11.2019 - 02.2021
- Helped patients navigate healthcare system and care options by educating on relevant subject areas and answering questions throughout treatment process.
- Secured insurance authorizations to nursing rehabilitation facilities or long-term care placement.
- Assessed and reviewed patients for discharge and planning and integrated services for patients requiring home care, home infusion and durable medical equipment (DME).
Registered Nurse
Wellstar Heath System
Marietta, GA
05.2017 - 12.2018
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Grady Memorial Hospital
Atlanta, GA
03.2012 - 05.2018
- Evaluated intensive care patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Supervised nurse administration of oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients as prescribed, monitoring responses for adverse reactions.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
WellStar Kennestone Hospital
Marietta, GA
12.2010 - 03.2012
- .Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Documented nursing intervention and patient and family responses accurately and in compliance with hospital policies.
- Observed patient's heart rate, blood pressure and respiration for signs of distress.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
Georgia College And State University
Milledgeville, GA05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Jacksonville State University
Jacksonville, AL12.2018
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Oklahoma City Community College
Oklahoma City, OK12.2006
Skills
- Psychiatric and Mental Health Care
- Disease Diagnosis and Management
- Medication Prescribing and Administration
- Critical Thinking
- Active Listening
- Clinical Documentation
- Patient Health Education
- Good Work Ethic
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification 04/2023 - 04/2025
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), American Heart Association 04/2023 - 08/2025
- Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner-Board Certified - 07/2022
Timeline
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Tanner Medical Center
01.2024 - Current
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Empowering Healthcare Services
09.2023 - Current
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Restoration Hope Wellness Center
08.2022 - 11.2023
Registered Nurse
American Mobile Healthcare
01.2022 - 07.2022
Registered Nurse
Aureus Medical
02.2021 - 01.2022
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Grady Memorial Hospital
11.2019 - 02.2021
Registered Nurse
Wellstar Heath System
05.2017 - 12.2018
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Grady Memorial Hospital
03.2012 - 05.2018
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
WellStar Kennestone Hospital
12.2010 - 03.2012
Master of Science - Nursing
Georgia College And State University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Jacksonville State University
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Oklahoma City Community College
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