Meredith McCoy
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Nurse Practitioner (NP) with recent certification as a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner-Board Certified (PMHNP-BC), with 18 years of diverse nursing experience. Highly skilled in treating patients with complex mental health needs, with extensive experience in emergency and acute psychiatric care settings. Proven ability to deliver high-quality patient care, lead interdisciplinary teams, and manage complex clinical scenarios. Committed to providing empathetic, culturally competent and evidence-based care, leveraging comprehensive nursing expertise and advanced clinical training
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Child And Adolescent Psychiatric Nurse
Resnick Neuropsychiatric Hospital at UCLA
06.2018 - Current
- Enhanced therapeutic communication skills through active listening and empathetic responses, fostering trust and rapport with patients.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by fostering open communication, teamwork, and mutual respect among colleagues and patients alike.
- Provided education to patients'' families regarding mental health disorders, treatment options, and community resources available for support.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for effective treatment planning and optimal patient outcomes.
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse (Travel Contract)
DeBerry Special Needs Facility (Travel Contract)
02.2018 - 05.2018
- ANCC Psychiatric-Mental Health certified nurse, specializing in psychiatric and mental health, with over 18 years of experience working in diverse settings
- Patient focused and empathetic professional who is knowledgeable in methods & procedures for diagnosis and treatment of psychiatric disorders
- Motivated self-starter with strong communication skills and a dedication to clients' healing and well being
- Prioritize direct medical and mental health care to inmates with acute psychiatric conditions
- Implements patient care plan as a member of the psychiatric treatment team assisting.
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Western Virginia Regional Jail (Travel Contract)
10.2017 - 01.2018
- Performed assessment of patients in active alcohol and drug withdrawal and provided interventions to safely manage withdrawal symptoms
- Responsible for the psychiatric and medical care of 900+ inmates at regional correctional facility.
Pediatric Emergency Room Nurse
Children's Hospital Los Angeles
09.2013 - 07.2017
- Consulted and coordinated with healthcare team members to plan, implement, or evaluate patient care plans
- Developed strong relationships with patients through compassionate communication techniques
- Provided emotional support for families dealing with difficult situations or diagnoses.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
American Mobile Healthcare Travel & Per Diem Contracts
01.2010 - 08.2013
- Performed ongoing patient assessments, notifying supervising clinician of abnormal findings
- Liaised with multidisciplinary teams to organize and coordinate health and care services to meet patients' complex care needs.
Education
Master Of Science in Nursing - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Azusa Pacific University
Azusa, CA07.2024
Bachelor Of Science (B.S.) In Nursing -
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT07.2017
Associate In Science (A.S.) In Nursing -
Jefferson College of Health Sciences
Roanoke, VA05.2005
Skills
- Therapeutic Care Plans
- Compassionate Caregiving
- Team Collaboration
- Emotional Resilience
Accomplishments
2024 Professional Practice Nurse of the Year Award at Resnick Neuropsychiatric Hospital at UCLA- Child and Adolescent Unit
April 2024 Stellar Employee of the Quarter at Resnick Neuropsychiatric Hospital at UCLA-Child and Adolescent Unit
Certification
- Registered Nurse, 813018, California Board of Registered Nursing, 2012, Present
- Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner-Board. Certified (PMHNP-BC)
- Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing
- Member, American Psychiatric Nurses Association
- Neuroscience Education Institute
- Basic Life Support (BLS) -The American Heart Association
Timeline
Child And Adolescent Psychiatric Nurse
Resnick Neuropsychiatric Hospital at UCLA
06.2018 - Current
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse (Travel Contract)
DeBerry Special Needs Facility (Travel Contract)
02.2018 - 05.2018
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Western Virginia Regional Jail (Travel Contract)
10.2017 - 01.2018
Pediatric Emergency Room Nurse
Children's Hospital Los Angeles
09.2013 - 07.2017
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
American Mobile Healthcare Travel & Per Diem Contracts
01.2010 - 08.2013
Master Of Science in Nursing - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Azusa Pacific University
Bachelor Of Science (B.S.) In Nursing -
Western Governors University
Associate In Science (A.S.) In Nursing -
Jefferson College of Health Sciences
- Registered Nurse, 813018, California Board of Registered Nursing, 2012, Present
- Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner-Board. Certified (PMHNP-BC)
- Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing
- Member, American Psychiatric Nurses Association
- Neuroscience Education Institute
- Basic Life Support (BLS) -The American Heart Association
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