Mujidat Yusuf
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Shorewood,IL
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with extensive nursing experience in psychiatric settings and medical-surgical. Skilled in delivering comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, formulating individualized treatment plans, and implementing evidence-based psychotherapeutic interventions, including CBT and DBT. Adept at interdisciplinary collaboration, patient education, and maintaining accurate clinical documentation. Committed to providing empathetic, patient-centered care, and continuously advancing diagnostic and therapeutic skills to enhance patient outcomes.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
4
4
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Med-Surg Psych
RML Specialty Hospital
Chicago, Illinois
07.2022 - Current
- Assessed and triaged over 20 patients per shift, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to enhance care quality.
- Educated patients and families on health management and treatment plans.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Developed and implemented nursing care plans, achieving a 15% increase in patient recovery rates.
- Managed narcotic counts with 100% accuracy, ensuring strict compliance with regulations.
- Tested and maintained emergency equipment and code carts without compliance violations.
- Administered medications with 98% accuracy while closely monitoring patient responses.
- Led infection control initiatives, resulting in a 12% reduction in hospital-acquired infections.
- Participated in patient triage discussions, working alongside multidisciplinary teams to optimize care delivery.
PMHNP Practicum Experience
Joliet Center for Clinical Research
Joliet, Illinois
07.2024 - 04.2025
- Conducted psychiatric assessments and developed treatment plans for over 300 patients across 625 clinical hours.
- Delivered evidence-based psychotherapy, including CBT and DBT, to individuals with mood and anxiety disorders.
- Collaborated with psychiatrists and social workers to ensure coordinated patient care and progress evaluation.
- Empowered patients and families in managing mental health conditions through education on therapy techniques.
- Maintained accurate clinical documentation using EHR systems, achieving full compliance with regulatory standards.
Med-Surg RN
Rochelle Community Hospital
Rochelle, Illinois
10.2021 - 06.2022
- Delivered dignified, patient-centered care, achieving 100% compliance with confidentiality policies.
- Conducted comprehensive physical, psychological, and social assessments for over 15 patients per shift.
- Managed illnesses and injuries, ensuring early detection and adherence to treatment protocols.
- Documented real-time patient progress, reducing medical errors by 20%.
- Developed personalized care plans that improved patient recovery rates by 25%.
- Educated patients and families on self-care strategies, enhancing post-hospitalization success by 30%.
Staff Nurse (Psychiatric Emergency Department)
NYC Health + Hospitals
New York, New York
10.2019 - 01.2021
- Conducted rapid psychiatric assessments and crisis interventions in high-volume emergency settings.
- Administered medications and monitored patient reactions in a busy hospital environment.
- Conducted thorough assessments to identify patient needs and prioritize care delivery.
- Provided direct patient care including wound dressing, administering medication and IV therapy.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to design and implement tailored treatment stabilization plans.
- Maintained meticulous documentation to ensure compliance with hospital policies and regulatory standards.
- Facilitated safe de-escalation of volatile situations, prioritizing dignity and safety of all individuals.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Downers Grove, IL04-2025
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Chicago, IL08.2020
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Borough of Manhattan Community College
New York, NY05.2019
Skills
- Psychiatric assessments and treatment planning
- Psychotherapy techniques
- Therapeutic communication
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
- Clinical documentation
- EKG interpretation
- Vital signs monitoring
- Phlebotomy skills
- Medication management
- Medication administration
- Computer skills
- Infection control
- Psychopharmacology expertise
- Outpatient mental health services
Certification
- Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner- American Nurses Credentialing Center(ANCC)
- Registered Nurse- Illinois Department of Financial & Professional Regulation
- IV Therapy Certification
- Basic Life Support- American Heart Association
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
PMHNP Practicum Experience
Joliet Center for Clinical Research
07.2024 - 04.2025
Registered Nurse, Med-Surg Psych
RML Specialty Hospital
07.2022 - Current
Med-Surg RN
Rochelle Community Hospital
10.2021 - 06.2022
Staff Nurse (Psychiatric Emergency Department)
NYC Health + Hospitals
10.2019 - 01.2021
Master of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Borough of Manhattan Community College
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