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PMHNP Clinical Experience
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Michelle Kassel

Chicago,IL

Summary

Certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with an extensive nursing background in psychiatric and oncologic care. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes across the lifespan through collaboration and mentorship. Dedicated to holistic, trauma-informed care and collaborative practice.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse

University of Chicago Medicine
Chicago, IL
01.2022 - Current
  • Provided nursing care for hematology/oncology adult patients
  • Administered bone marrow transplants, CAR-T therapy, and chemotherapy.
  • Collaborated as a member of skin care team and scheduling committee to enhance patient outcomes.
  • Served as nursing preceptor for capstone students and new hires, facilitating skill development.
  • Functioned as charge nurse for 40-bed unit.

Registered Nurse

University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics
Iowa City, IA
02.2021 - 01.2022
  • Provided nursing care for adults with psychiatric disorders and co-occurring medical illnesses.
  • Served as charge nurse for a 13-bed inpatient unit.
  • Utilized the Crisis Prevention Institute's de-escalation techniques.
  • Participated in hospital-wide behavioral events as a member of the code green team.
  • Mentored nursing students during mental health clinical rotations at the University of Iowa.

Hospice Support Specialist

The Birdhouse Hospice Home of Johnson County
Iowa City, USA
03.2020 - 10.2020
  • Provided end-of-life care within five-bedroom hospice boarding home

Education

Master of Science - PMHNP

Massachusetts College of Pharmacy And Health Sciences
Boston, MA
08-2025

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Iowa
Iowa City, IA
12-2020

Skills

  • Evidence-based practice
  • Psychiatric care
  • Oncology
  • End-of-life care
  • Experienced preceptor
  • Charge nurse

Certification

  • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) 09/2025
  • Blood and Marrow Transplant Certified Nurse 07/2023
  • ONS/ONCC Chemotherapy Immunotherapy 03/2024
  • Basic Life Support 03/2024

PMHNP Clinical Experience

  • Health Assessment: 90 hours. University of Chicago Medicine, Chicago IL
  • Therapy and Counseling: 90 hours. Holistic behavioral & TMS therapy, Chicago IL
  • PMHNP I & PMHNP II: 550 hours. Sunshine Psychiatry & Wellness Center, Chicago IL

Timeline

Registered Nurse

University of Chicago Medicine
01.2022 - Current

Registered Nurse

University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics
02.2021 - 01.2022

Hospice Support Specialist

The Birdhouse Hospice Home of Johnson County
03.2020 - 10.2020

Master of Science - PMHNP

Massachusetts College of Pharmacy And Health Sciences

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Iowa
Michelle Kassel