Patience Mabasa-Ncube
Greenwood,IN
Summary
Master of Nursing (MSN) candidate specializing in Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. Highly skilled mental health nurse with twelve years of clinical experience and eight years of mental health nursing experience. Self-motivated to acquire and master new clinical skills as a mental health nurse practitioner.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
PSYCHIATRIC MENTAL HEALTH NURSE PRACTITIONER
Avenues Recovery
Indianapolis, IN
07.2025 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and provided ongoing treatment to enhance patient well-being.
- Prescribe psychiatric medication and deliver individualized care to the patients.
- Work closely with psychiatrists and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Managed medication-assisted treatment for substance use disorders, supporting recovery and stability.
- Assess face-to-face all patients at a Detoxification level of care, maintaining stability and safe detox.
- Deliver care within our state-of-the-art inpatient psychiatric hospital, ensuring a safe and therapeutic environment for all patients.
- Treating a variety of psychiatric conditions and managing patients while maintaining safety.
- Attend all Treatment Team meetings and/or other appointments requested by the Facility to discuss the coordination of patient care across departments and to review patient progress toward stated goals and objectives of treatment.
- Practiced cultural competency in holistic treatment approaches, ensuring respectful and effective care for diverse populations.
PSYCHIATRIC MENTAL HEALTH NURSE PRACTITIONER
Ethan Crossing Indianapolis
Indianapolis, IN
09.2023 - Current
- Obtained PMHNP certification to provide specialized psychiatric care and treatment.
- Acquired expertise in addiction recovery, effectively utilizing Medication Assisted Treatment in clinical settings.
- Conducted psychiatric evaluations and assessments, facilitating appropriate referrals to medical care.
- Developed and implemented individualized treatment plans, addressing unique patient needs and treatment goals.
- Monitored and evaluated patient progress, adjusting medication and treatment plans to optimize outcomes.
- Monitor and evaluate patients to manage and track their progress.
- Prescribe and manage medications.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical information.
- Ability to work independently and manage a diverse caseload.
REGISTERED NURSE
Hendricks behavioral Health
Plainfield, IN
05.2021 - Current
- Administered medications, reviewed care plans, and collaborated with doctors, social workers, and other professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care.
- Providing quality patient care on a psychiatric unit and demonstrating compassion, sensitivity, and exceptional communication and relationship-building skills.
- Organized and delegated workloads to optimize team efficiency and enhance patient support.
- Built therapeutic relationships by reassuring, actively listening, and engaging patients in discussions about their care plans.
- Encourage patients to participate in therapeutic activities, such as yoga, group sessions, and art.
- Initiated substance abuse medication protocols to support patient recovery.
- Ensured safety protocols were followed to protect patients and staff.
- Working with patients across the lifespan.
PSYCHIATRIC MENTAL HEALTH NURSE PRACTITIONER
Recovery Village
Indianapolis, IN
06.2024 - 08.2025
- Conducted comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and mental health assessments for individuals with schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, schizoaffective disorder, depressive disorders, and anxiety disorders, facilitating accurate diagnosis and effective treatment planning.
- Diagnose and treat mental health and substance use disorders using DSM-5 criteria and evidence-based, patient-centered approaches.
- Administered and monitored MAT, including buprenorphine, naltrexone, and methadone, for alcohol and opioid use disorders.
- Delivered psychotherapeutic interventions and supportive counseling tailored to diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds, fostering a respectful and inclusive therapeutic environment.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to provide holistic care and maintain a safe, therapeutic environment for patients in recovery.
- Utilize evidence-based practice to manage co-occurring psychiatric conditions and optimize patient outcomes.
- Demonstrate strong autonomy in clinical decision-making while managing a diverse patient caseload across various levels of care.
- Certified PMHNP with comprehensive knowledge of addiction medicine, recovery models, and Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) protocols.
STAFF NURSE
Indiana Women's Prison (Wexford Health)
Indianapolis, IN
08.2017 - 01.2023
- Delivered high-quality care to inmates, fostering respect and therapeutic relationships.
- Providing compassionate care to an underserved community.
- Demonstrated compassion, patience, autonomy, and resilience in inmate care.
- Advocated for inmate needs through collaboration with DOC and health care team.
- Ensured inmate safety through regular monitoring and adherence to security protocols.
- Planned and executed treatment strategies for inmates.
- Monitor changes in conditions and notify the provider.
CLINICAL NURSE
IU Health Methodist Hospital
Indianapolis, IN
04.2020 - 05.2021
- Assessed and planned nursing care requirements on a medical-psychiatric unit, ensuring individualized care for patients.
- Administered intravenous and oral medications to patients following prescribed treatment plans.
- Managed aggressive behavior by initiating restraints and seclusions per physician orders to maintain safety.
- Executed withdrawal protocols and reported complications to physician, facilitating timely medical interventions.
- Performed point-of-care testing according to physician orders.
- Providing a safe and secure environment for patients and staff.
CLINICAL NURSE
Eskenazi Hospital
Indianapolis, IN
09.2019 - 12.2020
- Demonstrated clinical skills to deliver high-quality patient care in psychiatric unit.
- Administered medications per provider orders, ensuring adherence to treatment plans.
- Assessing and planning nursing care requirements.
- Conducted intake assessments on patients with a wide variety of psychiatric disorders.
- Monitored patient and staff interactions to maintain a safe environment.
- Identified and addressed patient needs promptly to enhance overall care experience.
REGISTERED NURSE
Valle Vista Health System
Greenwood, IN
05.2015 - 08.2017
- Delivered specialized care to patients experiencing psychosis, substance abuse issues, and various mental health disorders.
- Delivered quality care to adolescents and adults, improving treatment outcomes for various mental health disorders.
- Administered medications as ordered by providers.
- Monitored side effects and adverse effects of new medications.
- Coordinated care by collaborating with parents, DCS, and health care team, ensuring comprehensive support for patients.
- Offered psychosocial support to patients and families, enhancing emotional well-being and coping strategies.
- Supported patients throughout their life stages, ensuring tailored care for each age group.
- Trained new nurses as needed.
CHARGE NURSE
Aspen Trace
Greenwood, IN
03.2013 - 05.2015
- Delivered comprehensive nursing care to geriatric patients in long-term facility, enhancing quality of life.
- Administered oral and IV medications as ordered.
- Executed patient assessments, care planning, treatment, and wound care, ensuring individualized patient outcomes.
- Administered compassionate hospice care to patients, supporting comfort and dignity during end-of-life transitions.
- Ensuring patient safety is a priority, as is preventing falls.
- Providing psychosocial support to patients and their families.
- Maintained therapeutic relationships with patients by actively listening and providing support.
Education
MASTER OF SCIENCE - NURSING
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN02-2023
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - NURSING
Western Governors
Salt Lake City, UT08-2019
Skills
- Psychiatric evaluation
- Medication management
- Treatment planning
- Crisis intervention
- Behavioral intervention
- Patient assessment
- Cultural competency
Affiliations
American Nurses Association, 2023
Certification
- Registered Nurse, Greenwood, IN
- Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS), American Heart Association
- APRN Prescriptive Authority
- CSR- Prescriptive Authority
- Psychiatric -Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (Across the Lifespan) PMHNP-BC
Timeline
PSYCHIATRIC MENTAL HEALTH NURSE PRACTITIONER
Avenues Recovery
07.2025 - Current
PSYCHIATRIC MENTAL HEALTH NURSE PRACTITIONER
Recovery Village
06.2024 - 08.2025
PSYCHIATRIC MENTAL HEALTH NURSE PRACTITIONER
Ethan Crossing Indianapolis
09.2023 - Current
REGISTERED NURSE
Hendricks behavioral Health
05.2021 - Current
CLINICAL NURSE
IU Health Methodist Hospital
04.2020 - 05.2021
CLINICAL NURSE
Eskenazi Hospital
09.2019 - 12.2020
STAFF NURSE
Indiana Women's Prison (Wexford Health)
08.2017 - 01.2023
REGISTERED NURSE
Valle Vista Health System
05.2015 - 08.2017
CHARGE NURSE
Aspen Trace
03.2013 - 05.2015
MASTER OF SCIENCE - NURSING
Walden University
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - NURSING
Western Governors