Paige Devecka
Toms River
Summary
Psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner specializing in mental health assessment, crisis intervention, and patient-centered care. Demonstrated success in stabilizing patients and improving treatment outcomes through effective collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
Overview
1
1
Certification
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Psyciatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Modern Psychiatry
Toms River
04.2026 - Current
- Administered psychiatric medications according to established protocols and guidelines.
- Delivered crisis intervention services, stabilizing patients during acute distress and ensuring safety.
- Conducted comprehensive mental health assessments, enhancing understanding of diverse patient needs.
- Educated patients and families about mental health conditions and treatment options.
- Documented patient progress and treatment outcomes in electronic health records, supporting continuity of care.
Psychiatric Nurse
Barnabas Behavioral Health
Toms River
04.2022 - 04.2026
- Facilitated group therapy sessions that enhanced patient engagement and provided vital support.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create tailored treatment strategies that addressed individual patient needs.
- Monitored patient behavior and reported changes to healthcare providers promptly.
- Educated patients and families on mental health conditions and treatment options to empower informed decision-making.
- Responded promptly and professionally to emergency situations involving psychiatric patients.
Patient Care Technician
Overlook Medical Center
Summit
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Delivered direct patient care and collaborated with healthcare team members to enhance patient outcomes.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient conditions.
- Conducted EKGs, phlebotomy, and laboratory tests under supervision, ensuring accurate and timely results.
- Supported nursing staff in conducting patient assessments and developing care plans.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to ensure seamless patient care.
Education
Master of Science - PMHNP
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN11-2025
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Felician University
Lodi, NJ12-2021
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Montclair State University
Montclair, NJ05-1997
Skills
- Mental health assessment
- Health records management
- Patient care
- Treatment planning
- Patient education
- Health records management
- Team collaboration
- Team collaboration
Certification
- NJ RN License 2022-current
- NJ PMHNP-BC 2026-current
- BLS/CPR Certified 2020-current
- BEST training 2022, 2023, 2024
- Iron Temple Training 2025
- Trauma Informed Care Training 2022-2025
- Cultural Diversity/PRIDE training
Timeline
Psyciatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Modern Psychiatry
04.2026 - Current
Psychiatric Nurse
Barnabas Behavioral Health
04.2022 - 04.2026
Patient Care Technician
Overlook Medical Center
01.2021 - 01.2022
Master of Science - PMHNP
Walden University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Felician University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Montclair State University