Miriam Weiss
Mount Juliet,TN
Summary
Dynamic nursing professional with over 17 years of experience in delivering exceptional psychiatric and medical care to diverse patient populations. Seeking a psychiatric nurse practitioner role that leverages a strong work ethic, adaptability, and excellent interpersonal skills. Possesses a solid foundation in psychology and nursing, along with extensive knowledge in substance abuse treatment. Committed to ongoing professional development and focused on providing the highest quality of patient care to achieve optimal health outcomes.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
TriStar Summit Hospital
04.2025 - Current
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during crisis situations, helping them cope more effectively with difficult circumstances.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis, treatment, and discharge care, promoting adherence to prescribed regimens for improved health outcomes at home
- Delivered culturally competent care to diverse populations, adapting communication styles as needed for optimal understanding between parties involved.
- Enhanced patient care by conducting thorough assessments and promptly addressing critical needs.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
Behavioral Health Unit Charge Nurse/Intake Nurse
Trustpoint Hospital
09.2019 - 02.2025
- Cultivated relationships with patients, discussing ways to help improve overall health while alleviating self-harm practices.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Identified potential risks in the unit, implementing safety measures to minimize incidents.
- Served as a clinical resource for colleagues, sharing expertise on best practices in nursing care management.
- Promoted a positive work environment by fostering teamwork among staff members and encouraging open communication channels.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Improved patient care by implementing evidence-based practices and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.
- Implemented innovative therapeutic interventions that resulted in improved symptom management for patients experiencing severe mental illness.
- Collaborated with psychiatrists on medication management protocols to ensure appropriate prescription practices for each patient's unique needs.
- Managed psychiatric emergencies effectively, utilizing crisis intervention techniques to maintain safety for all involved parties.
- Provided direct quality care to patients by monitoring, recording and evaluating psychiatric conditions.
- Explained useful coping methods to relieve depression and anxiety.
- Responded to numerous volatile situations and violent outbreaks to restore safety and security of patients and staff.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Behavioral Health Charge Registered Nurse
Rolling Hills Hospital
01.2013 - 09.2019
- Assisted patients with developing coping strategies for managing stressors related to their mental health conditions.
- Mentored new nurses on best practices for managing complex behavioral health cases, increasing overall staff competency levels.
- Assessed patients for risk of self-harm or harm to others and implemented appropriate safety interventions in collaboration with the care team.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Served as an advocate for patients during treatment planning sessions with psychiatrists, therapists, social workers, and other healthcare professionals.
- Enhanced patient care by providing comprehensive behavioral health assessments and creating tailored treatment plans.
- Developed strong therapeutic relationships with patients by actively listening and responding empathetically to their concerns and needs.
- Demonstrated cultural sensitivity while working with diverse populations experiencing a wide range of mental health issues.
Registered Nurse, Forensics Science Program
Middle Tennessee Mental Health Institute
03.2016 - 01.2017
- Using nursing process to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care of acute mentally ill clients
- Ensures patient assessment and nursing input into treatment planning process, including nursing goals and interventions, consistent with patient’s specific needs
- Maintain awareness of patient and staff safety at all times
- Assess effectiveness of nursing care; assign duties and delegate responsibilities to unit nursing personnel according to their job descriptions
- Enhanced patient safety by conducting thorough assessments, identifying potential risks, and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Organized and delegated tasks during rapid response and high-pressure code situations.
High Risk Antepartum Staff Nurse
Centennial Women's Hospital
07.2012 - 01.2013
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes during high-risk pregnancies.
- Developed strong relationships with patients, fostering trust and open communication throughout their care journeys.
- Enhanced patient care by closely monitoring high-risk antepartum patients and providing timely interventions.
- Conducted comprehensive physical assessments of both mother and fetus, identifying potential issues early on in the pregnancy journey.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress.
- Promoted a supportive and inclusive environment by providing emotional support to patients from diverse cultural backgrounds experiencing high-risk pregnancies.
Charge Nurse, High Risk Ob
UCLA Medical Center
08.2007 - 12.2013
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Provided postpartum support to high-risk patients by educating them on infant care, breastfeeding techniques, and warning signs of potential complications.
- Managed emergencies such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress., demonstrating quick thinking and sound judgment under pressure.
- Mentored new nurses within the high-risk OB unit, sharing best practices and ensuring consistent quality of care for all patients.
- Developed strong relationships with patients, fostering trust and open communication that contributed to better health outcomes.
- Assisted obstetricians and midwives with deliveries and cared for newborns directly after birth.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to new mothers and families during labor, delivery and postpartum.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Education
Master of Science - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN01-2024
Associate of Science - Nursing
Mount Saint Mary's University
Los Angeles, CA2007
Master of Arts - Psychology, Addiction & Chemical Dependency Focus
Antioch University
Los Angeles, CA2005
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
California State University - Northridge
Northridge, CA2002
Skills
- Patient Health Education
- Clinical Documentation
- Psychiatric and Mental Health Care
- Reliable & Trustworthy
- Care Coordination
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Critical Thinking
- Flexible Schedule
- Inpatient Psychiatric Care
- Suicide Risk Assessment
- EMR / EHR
- Compassionate Care
Affiliations
- Member of American Nurses Association
- Member of National Association of Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners
Certification
- Registered Nurse, TN #187947
- Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner - Across the Lifespan, ANCC #2024072777
- BLS/CPR for Healthcare Providers
- ACLS
- PALS
- Handle With Care Instructor 2021
References
- Jenny Moon, PMHNP-BC, Trustpoint Hospital
- Taylor Berry, PMHNP-BC, Blueprint Integrative Mental Health
- Claudia Broom, RN, Acadia Saint Thomas Behavioral Health
- Miranda Willis, LCSW, Acadia Corporate Office
- Trista Ashburn, PMHNP-BC, Trustpoint Hospital
Timeline
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
TriStar Summit Hospital
04.2025 - Current
Behavioral Health Unit Charge Nurse/Intake Nurse
Trustpoint Hospital
09.2019 - 02.2025
Registered Nurse, Forensics Science Program
Middle Tennessee Mental Health Institute
03.2016 - 01.2017
Behavioral Health Charge Registered Nurse
Rolling Hills Hospital
01.2013 - 09.2019
High Risk Antepartum Staff Nurse
Centennial Women's Hospital
07.2012 - 01.2013
Charge Nurse, High Risk Ob
UCLA Medical Center
08.2007 - 12.2013
Master of Science - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Walden University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Mount Saint Mary's University
Master of Arts - Psychology, Addiction & Chemical Dependency Focus
Antioch University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
California State University - Northridge
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