Ricia Mathew, PMHNP, MSN, BC

• Provided psychiatric treatment and case management for incarcerated patients in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.
• Supervised nursing staff and mentored Nurse Practitioner students during their clinical rotations.
• Coordinated with administrative staff to develop and update policies and procedures for delivering effective psychiatric care.
• Oversaw the mental health care of a population exceeding 2,000 inmates, ensuring continuity and quality of care.

• Worked part-time under the supervision of Dr. Hany Botros, MD, in an outpatient psychiatric care setting.
• Conducted evaluations and developed individualized treatment plans for patients with various mental health conditions.
• Provided ongoing psychiatric care, including medication management and therapeutic interventions, tailored to each patient’s needs.
• Ensured continuity of care by collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and maintaining accurate clinical documentation.

• Served as part-time adjunct faculty in the Nursing Department at the University of South Florida (USF), contributing to the academic and clinical development of nursing students.
• Delivered lectures, facilitated discussions, and mentored students on public health and psychiatric nursing topics.
• Served as Clinical Coordinator for the psychiatric nursing program, overseeing clinical placements and ensuring alignment with program objectives and accreditation standards.
• Contributed to curriculum development and enhancement by integrating expertise in public health and psychiatric nursing practices.

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• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to deliver evidence-based psychiatric care to incarcerated individuals under the employment of Armor Correctional Health Services and Naphcare, Inc.
• Conducted comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and implemented individualized treatment plans for patients in correctional facilities.
• Managed complex psychiatric cases, ensuring the coordination of care and medication management for patients with acute and chronic mental health conditions.
• Provided crisis intervention and stabilization services in collaboration with correctional healthcare staff.
• Contributed to patient education and counseling to promote adherence to treatment plans and overall mental well-being.
• Maintained detailed clinical documentation in compliance with organizational policies and regulatory standards.

• Worked part-time conducting psychiatric assessments, diagnosing co-occurring disorders, and developing individualized treatment plans for patients in recovery.
• Prescribed and monitored psychotropic medications to manage mental health symptoms and support withdrawal processes.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to deliver comprehensive care and implement relapse prevention strategies.
• Supervised medical students and Nurse Practitioner students during their psychiatric rotations, providing mentorship and guidance.
• Maintained accurate patient records and educated patients on the relationship between mental health and substance use recovery.

• Provided comprehensive nursing care in post-operative and medical-surgical units, including patient assessment, monitoring, medication administration, wound care, pain management, and coordination of multidisciplinary care plans to support recovery and discharge

• Supervised daily operations, including scheduling and administrative tasks, trained new nurses in clinical care standards and safety protocols, coordinated nursing care through staff assignments, physician collaboration, and communication with ancillary departments, and conducted shift briefings to update staff on patient care plans and unit priorities

• Educated patients and caregivers on wound care techniques, discharge planning goals, safe medication administration, and chronic disease management strategies.
• Conducted triage assessments to prioritize patient care based on the severity of injuries and medical conditions.
• Implemented crisis prevention and intervention techniques to manage and de-escalate situations compromising the safety and security of the care unit.
• Delivered high-quality care and support to patients recovering from acute events and managing chronic medical conditions.