Olga Zaffino
Summary
Dynamic PMHNP with extensive experience as a psychiatric nurse at Leonard Morse Hospital, excelling in patient assessment, care plan development, and improvement. Proven ability to educate patients and families while implementing effective medication interventions . Skilled in electronic health records and therapeutic communication, fostering a supportive environment for mental health stabilization.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
PMHNP
Spectrum Behavioral Health
09.2025 - Current
- Conducted patient assessments to identify mental health needs and treatment options.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted medications and treatment plans as needed.
- Educated patients and families on mental health conditions and treatments.
- Collaborated with medical professionals to coordinate comprehensive care.
- Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of protected health information.
- Reviewed and interpreted diagnostic and laboratory tests.
- Referral and evaluation for Esketamine treatment
- Referral and evaluation for TMS treatment
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Leonard Morse Hospital
01.2017 - 01.2024
- Monitor patient in response to medications
- Develop patient care plan, input data into the computer
- Providing teaching to both family and patients
- Introducing mental, therapeutic groups
- Providing teaching on coping skills which in conjunction
- With meds regimen would help to stabilize patient's mental health status
- Communicate with a patient's treatment team to provide better care for the patient
Staff RN/Psychiatric RN
Hebrew Senior Care
12.2016 - 12.2017
- Distribute medications
- Monitor patients
- Develop patient care plans, input data into t
- Implement treatments and provide guidance
- Communicate with HCP, patients' family
Mohs Surgery. Histology Tech
Tufts Medical Center
12.2008 - 12.2014
- Conducted tissue processing and embedding for accurate histological analysis.
- Prepared and stained tissue samples using various techniques and reagents.
- Maintained laboratory equipment, ensuring optimal performance and compliance with safety standards.
- Collaborated with pathologists to ensure precise diagnosis through high-quality specimen preparation.
Phlebotomist
Newton Wellsley Hospital
12.2006 - 12.2008
- Collected blood samples adhering to safety and quality protocols.
- Ensured accurate labeling and handling of specimens for laboratory analysis.
- Provided exceptional patient care, easing anxiety during procedures.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization within the phlebotomy area.
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
City Of Simferopol Hospital In Honor Of R. Luxembourg
09.2000 - 09.2003
- Administered psychiatric medications and monitored patient responses to ensure safety and efficacy.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.
- Conducted comprehensive mental health assessments to evaluate patient conditions and needs.
- Provided crisis intervention and de-escalation strategies to manage acute psychiatric episodes effectively.
Education
PMHNP - Post-master
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN01-2025
Master of Science - Nursing
Ternopil State Medical University
USA,, NY/Ukraine01-2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Ternopil State Medical University
USA, NY/Ukraine01-2017
Associate of Science - Nursing
Crimean Medical College
Ukraine 09-1999
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Care plan development
- Medication administration
- Electronic health records
- Patient education
- Therapeutic communication
- Crisis intervention
- Care team collaboration
- De-escalation techniques
- Mental health evaluation
- Clinical documentation
- Client education
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
- Patient assessments
- Direct patient care
- Care plan adjustment
- Psychosocial analysis
- Psychopharmacology
- Teamwork
Languages
Russian
Full Professional
Ukrainian
Professional Working
Timeline
PMHNP
Spectrum Behavioral Health
09.2025 - Current
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Leonard Morse Hospital
01.2017 - 01.2024
Staff RN/Psychiatric RN
Hebrew Senior Care
12.2016 - 12.2017
Mohs Surgery. Histology Tech
Tufts Medical Center
12.2008 - 12.2014
Phlebotomist
Newton Wellsley Hospital
12.2006 - 12.2008
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
City Of Simferopol Hospital In Honor Of R. Luxembourg
09.2000 - 09.2003
PMHNP - Post-master
Walden University
Master of Science - Nursing
Ternopil State Medical University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Ternopil State Medical University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Crimean Medical College