Patricia Cartwright
Summary
Compassionate and organized Nurse Practitioner with specialty certification in Psychiatric-Mental Health with 10+ years of Register Nurse experience prior to obtaining PMHNP certification. Values and prioritizes culturally competent care and advocating for vulnerable populations. Consistently recognized for leadership and communication skills with a strong clinical judgement and effective conflict resolution.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Veterans Affairs Medical Center
07.2023 - Current
- Provided direct quality care to patients by monitoring, recording, and evaluating psychiatric conditions.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions, and make decisions.
- Coordinated with medical and paramedical professionals to provide appropriate input and effectively formulate and implement patient treatment plans.
- Responded to numerous volatile situations and violent outbreaks to restore the safety and security of patients and staff.
- Administered medication and treatments to patients to observe and record responses.
- Utilized multi-modal diagnostic tools to diagnose and treat patients with memory difficulties and dementia.
Registered Nurse ( Acute Mental Health Unit)
Veterans Health Administration VHA
05.2022 - 07.2023
- Assessed patients' physical and mental status by analyzing complaints and symptoms.
- Educated patients and family members about medical conditions and mental health, medications, treatments and preventive measures.
- Determined patient risk by utilizing subjective and objective data obtained through patient interaction.
- Performed frequent ongoing assessments of patients' status to address changes.
- Evaluated, ordered and interpreted psychological evaluations and basic lab tests to assess and identify patients' conditions.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
New Life Alternative LLC
07.2021 - 09.2022
- Coordinated with medical and paramedical professionals to provide appropriate input and effectively formulate and implement patient treatment plans.
- Provided direct quality care to patients by monitoring, recording, and evaluating psychiatric conditions.
- Furnished client-centered treatments by referring to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders and listening to the client's symptoms and concerns via telehealth.
- Analyzed explanations for psychiatric illnesses by screening clients for physical illnesses, neurological trauma, developmental issues, and genetic factors.
- Documentation in electronic medical records(EMR), evaluation, med review, and prescribing medications.
- Developed and implemented performance improvement strategies and plans to promote continuous improvement.
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Strong Foundations
04.2021 - 05.2022
- Furnished client-centered treatments by referring to Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders and listening to clients' symptoms and concerns.Analyzed explanations for psychiatric illnesses by screening clients for physical illnesses, neurological trauma, developmental issues and genetic factors.Utilized supportive therapy, CBT, brief therapy and interpersonal therapy to lead clients into healing and self-actualization.Monitored clients and conducted physical assessments to detect harmful and unusual behaviors, reporting observations to assigned physician.Coordinated with medical and paramedical professionals to provide appropriate input and effectively formulate and implement treatment plans for patients.Explained useful coping methods to relieve depression and anxiety, including meditation and yoga.
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Cool Springs Psychiatric Group
11.2019 - 04.2021
- Analyzed explanations for psychiatric illnesses by screening clients for physical illnesses, neurological trauma, developmental issues and genetic factors.Furnished client-centered treatments by referring to Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders and listening to clients' symptoms and concerns.Effectively manage client"s symptoms by initiating, adjusting, and continuously monitoring medication administration.Improving client's self-awareness and knowledge regarding mental health illness and medications by educating on the proper use,drug interactions, and adverse drug of medications and the course, and prognosis of their mental illness.Documentation in electronic medical records(EMR), evaluation, med reviews.
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
McLaren Oakland Hospital
04.2018 - 10.2019
- Provide in-patient mental health care of adults and geriatric population ages (18-85) with diagnosis,such as anxiety,depression, mood disorders, as well as cognitive disorders.Develops pharmacological plan of care for a variety of psychiatric conditions.Oversee medication groups for inpatient geriatric psychiatric unit.Monitored clients and conducted physical assessments to detect harmful and unusual behaviors, reporting observations to assigned physician.Coordinates interdisciplinary treatment plans, alongside physicians,staff nurses,patients,families , and case management liaisons.Frequently would provide consultations to the emergency department and medical units.
Registered Nurse Manager
Walter P. Reuther Psychiatric Hospital
05.2009 - 04.2018
- Managed clinical oversight for patients and 15 staff on a 44-bed unit.Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities to prevent further disability.Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation by consistently operating to highest standards of care.Documented patient information obtained from interviews concerning symptoms, medications and prior treatment.Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates.
Registered Nurse
St Johns Hospital
08.2002 - 12.2002
- Care for patient in the cardiac telemetry unit.Monitored heart activity and caring for post-cardiac surgery patients.
Education
Master of Science - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Wayne State University
Detroit, MI12.2015
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Eastern Michigan University
Ypsilanti, MI07.2011
Associate of Science - Nursing
Schoolcraft College
Livonia, MI07.2001
Skills
- Planning and Coordination
- Adaptability
- Organization and Time management
- ACLS certified
- Good communication
- Prescribe and management of medications
- Team player
- Ability to demonstrate knowledge of concepts, crisis management, and treatment
- Clinical experience working with a patient population in mental health
Affiliations
- Psychiatric Nurses Association- Since 2015
- American Association of Nurses Practitioners-Since 2016
Certification
- Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner( American Nurses Credentialing Center) ANCC
- ACLS Certified
Timeline
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Veterans Affairs Medical Center
07.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse ( Acute Mental Health Unit)
Veterans Health Administration VHA
05.2022 - 07.2023
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
New Life Alternative LLC
07.2021 - 09.2022
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Strong Foundations
04.2021 - 05.2022
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Cool Springs Psychiatric Group
11.2019 - 04.2021
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
McLaren Oakland Hospital
04.2018 - 10.2019
Registered Nurse Manager
Walter P. Reuther Psychiatric Hospital
05.2009 - 04.2018
Registered Nurse
St Johns Hospital
08.2002 - 12.2002
Master of Science - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Wayne State University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Eastern Michigan University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Schoolcraft College
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