Hi, I’m
Michelle Thomason
Salisbury,NC
Summary
Dedicated mental health professional with extensive experience in psychiatric and mental health services, committed to delivering exceptional patient care. Expertise includes comprehensive patient assessment, accurate diagnosis, and effective therapeutic interventions, emphasizing both pharmacological and non-pharmacological approaches. Recognized for adaptability in dynamic environments and a collaborative spirit that fosters teamwork and enhances patient outcomes. Strong communication, empathy, and critical thinking skills contribute to building trust and rapport with patients, ensuring a supportive therapeutic relationship.
Overview
8
years of professional experience
2
Certification
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Salisbury Pediatric Associates
CPNP-PC, PMHS, PMHNP-C
05.2018 - Current
Job overview
- Providing excellent primary care and mental health services for children and adolescents in Rowan County and the surrounding areas.
- Increasing parental knowledge of pediatric mental health diagnoses and treatments along with strengthening their ability to advocate for their children.
- Medication manager for those with various mental/behavioral health diagnoses such as but not limited to ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, ASD and mood disorders.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Conducted thorough psychiatric evaluations to accurately diagnose mental health conditions and inform appropriate treatment decisions.
- Maintained comprehensive, accurate, and timely electronic health records to support ongoing assessment and treatment planning efforts.
- Utilized telehealth technologies as necessary to provide remote consultations while ensuring adequate patient monitoring during periods of distance-based care.
- Streamlined medication management processes by regularly reviewing prescriptions for effectiveness, potential interactions, and side effects.
- Improved care continuity by effectively collaborating with interdisciplinary team members and maintaining clear communication.
- Developed strong therapeutic alliances with patients through active listening skills and empathic understanding of their personal experiences.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry best practices through continuous professional development opportunities and attending relevant conferences.
- Strengthened relationships with patients'' families by providing ongoing support, education, and guidance throughout the treatment process..
- Implemented culturally sensitive care approaches when working with diverse patient populations to ensure equitable access to quality mental healthcare services.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by developing comprehensive treatment plans tailored to individual needs.
- Customized patient education materials to address unique concerns and learning styles of individuals, improving understanding and engagement in their own care.
- Enhanced patient adherence to treatment protocols by educating individuals and families on disease management and prevention strategies.
- Navigated complex case management with focus on holistic care, integrating physical and mental health services to address all aspects of patient well-being.
- Streamlined interdisciplinary communication, ensuring cohesive treatment approaches and continuity of care for complex cases.
- Implemented evidence-based practices in psychiatric care, resulting in improved clinical outcomes and patient quality of life.
- Advocated for patient rights and autonomy in treatment decisions, ensuring ethical standards were upheld in all aspects of psychiatric care.
- Optimized medication management protocols to minimize side effects and maximize therapeutic benefits for patients with psychiatric conditions.
- Conducted comprehensive psychiatric evaluations to identify specific mental health needs, enhancing overall treatment effectiveness.
Bright Futures Pediatrics
CPNP-PC
09.2017 - 04.2018
Job overview
- Primary care services offered to infants, children and adolescents in addition to increasing parental education on proper care of their children.
- Provided anticipatory guidance to pediatric patients and families concerning areas such as vaccine administration, developmental milestones and nutrition and hygiene practices.
- Cultivated rapport with patients and caregivers, utilizing proactive communication with parents and children.
- Diagnosed and responded to illnesses and physical conditions through prescription of medication and health counseling and education.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to concerns.
- Identified common pediatric and adolescent illnesses to plan and implement interventions and management.
- Established and implemented developmental screening initiatives to detect delays in young children.
- Evaluated response of patients to interventions by reviewing clinical outcomes, goals met and patient and family satisfaction.
- Formulated plans of care to optimize child's health potential and minimize physical and psychological complications.
- Analyzed and interpreted patients' histories, symptoms, physical findings, and diagnostic information to develop appropriate diagnosis.
Education
Regis CollegeWeston, MA
Master of Science from PMHNP certification
08.2023 - 04.2025
UNC-Chapel HillChapel Hill, NC
Master of Science from Pediatric Nurse Practitioner-Primary Care
05.2017
Winston-Salem State UniversityWinston-Salem, NC
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
12-2013
Cabarrus College of Health Sciences Concord, NC
Associate of Science from Nursing
05-2011
Skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Medication management
- Psychiatric evaluation
- Outpatient mental health services
- Clinical documentation
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
- Suicide risk assessment
- Autism spectrum disorders
- Psychopharmacology expertise
- Individualized treatment planning
- Child and adolescent psychiatry
Certification
- PNCB- CPNP-PC. Initial certification 07/05/2017, expiration 02/28/2026
- PNCB- Pediatric Primary Care Mental Health Specialist, Initial certification 10/03/2022, expiration 02/28/26
- AANP-PMHNP-C Initial certification 7/8/2025, expiration 7/7/2030
- North Carolina NP license # 5009831. Exp. 04/30/2026
- North Carolina RN license # 246025. Exp. 04/30/2027
Timeline
Regis College
Master of Science from PMHNP certification
08.2023 - 04.2025
CPNP-PC, PMHS, PMHNP-C
Salisbury Pediatric Associates
05.2018 - Current
CPNP-PC
Bright Futures Pediatrics
09.2017 - 04.2018
UNC-Chapel Hill
Master of Science from Pediatric Nurse Practitioner-Primary Care
Winston-Salem State University
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
Cabarrus College of Health Sciences
Associate of Science from Nursing