Ruthanne Wilkes

• Conducted comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and formulated individualized treatment plans.
• Prescribed and monitored psychotropic medications to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care strategies and outcomes.
• Provided psychotherapy to individuals addressing complex mental health issues.
• Educated patients and families on mental health conditions, treatment options, and coping strategies.
• Managed crisis interventions effectively to ensure patient safety and stability.
• Implemented evidence-based practices to improve therapeutic effectiveness across diverse populations.

Consult-liason psychiatry

• Assessments for adjustment disorders to complex medical problems such as recent CVA, amputations, and multiple traumatic injuries.
• Facilitated pharmacological management of complex cases involving multiple medications or comorbidities requiring close monitoring.
• Collaborated with internal medicine providers to address both physical and mental health needs of patients, facilitating comprehensive care.
• Implemented evidence-based interventions tailored to individual patient needs, contributing to positive therapeutic outcomes.
• Maintained high professional standards by adhering to ethical guidelines, legal regulations, and organizational policies in all aspects of psychiatric nursing practice.
• Conducted risk assessments for suicidal or self-harming behaviors among patients, implementing appropriate safety measures when necessary.

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric assessments to determine patient needs and treatment plans.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop integrated care strategies for complex cases.
• Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications, ensuring optimal therapeutic outcomes for patients.
• Provide psychotherapy services utilizing evidence-based practices tailored to individual patient needs.
• Educate patients and families on mental health conditions and treatment options to foster understanding and compliance.
• Maintained comprehensive, accurate, and timely electronic health records to support ongoing assessment and treatment planning efforts.

• Conducted thorough psychiatric evaluations to accurately diagnose mental health conditions and inform appropriate treatment decisions.
• Improved care continuity by effectively collaborating with interdisciplinary team members and maintaining clear communication.
• Developed strong therapeutic alliances with patients through active listening skills and empathic understanding of their personal experiences.
• Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry best practices through continuous professional development opportunities and attending relevant conferences.
• Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications, ensuring optimal therapeutic outcomes for patients.
• Implemented evidence-based practices in psychiatric care, resulting in improved clinical outcomes and patient quality of life.