Sasha Lawson
Rosedale,NY
Summary
Seeking a position as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner to provide care for patients holistically. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Nova Wellness Psychiatry
06.2023 - Current
- Provided direct quality care to patients by monitoring, recording and evaluating psychiatric conditions.
- Coordinated with medical professionals to provide appropriate input and effectively formulate and implement treatment plans for patients.
- Monitored vital signs, nutritional intake and signs and symptoms of complications to report deviations to supervisor.
- Initiated therapeutic treatment plans for patients with ADHD, PTSD, Bipolar depression, Substance Use Disorder and Anxiety.
- Utilized diagnostic tools to diagnose and treat patients with memory difficulties and dementia.
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
Family Nurse Practitioner
Maximus Agency
09.2022 - Current
- Conducted in home clinical appointments for patients to determine their need for in home care services.
- Maintain current knowledge of regulatory changes pertaining to quality and validity of assessments
- Support Company and project initiatives through various methods including messaging to unit, leading assigned projects, training staff, participating in work groups, etc
- Assess cases presented and utilizes clinical competencies to review and validate assessment outcomes
- Participate in performance, improvement, and quality assurance activities and related meeting.
- Coordinated care with other healthcare professionals, promoting optimal patient outcomes.
Family Nurse Practitioner
Matrix Health
11.2023 - Current
- Participate in performance, improvement, and quality assurance activities and related meeting
- Performed patient physicals and compared and contrasted results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment.
- Performed and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
- Evaluating patients for Depression, Anxiety, Dementia, and Suicidal Risk
- Work collaboratively with manager to identify areas for improvement with process and quality of care
- Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs, and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
- Participate in performance, improvement, and quality assurance activities and related meeting.
Family Nurse Practitioner
Elmhurst Hospital
07.2020 - 03.2023
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs, and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Assessed patient needs, clearly communicating diagnosis and treatment plans to patients and families.
- Coordinated care with other healthcare professionals, promoting optimal patient outcomes.
- Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
- Informed patients and families on disease prevention and health promotion.
Family Nurse Practitioner
Minute Clinic
11.2015 - 04.2022
- Work autonomously in Minute Clinic as FNP
- Diagnose and treat acute, episodic or chronic illnesses independently or as apart of a healthcare team
- Perform physical examinations (DOT physicals, college, camp, and sports physicals)
- Perform wellness exams/screenings/monitoring (administer vaccinations, medication refills, TB skin testing/reading, comprehensive health screenings, smoke cessation visits, cholesterol, HTN, diabetes screening/follow up, etc.)
- Ensuring patient information, visit history, refer outs, lab follow up, phone calls and consults are carefully and completely documented in EMR
- Developing close working relationship with store managers and pharmacists within CVS
- Performing non- clinical task as required such as reporting, temperature management, clinic inventory, and cleaning
- Initiated therapeutic interactions with patients to assist in identifying sources of anxiety.
- Completing financial responsibilities pertaining to customer payment (collect co-pays, visit fees).
R.N Cardiology/Medicine
Long Island Jewish Hospital
01.2012 - 10.2015
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Oversaw care of suicidal patients and acted swiftly to reduce risk of harm to themselves or others.
- Provided direct quality care to patients by monitoring, recording and evaluating psychiatric conditions including Alcohol withdrawal, Dementia, Suicidal patients.
- Explained useful coping methods to relieve depression and anxiety.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
R.N Vent Nurse/Nursing Supervisor
Long Island Care Center
08.2006 - 05.2011
- Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
- Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation by consistently operating to highest standards of care.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
R.N Staff Nurse
Peninsula Hosp. Ctr.
09.2007 - 04.2011
- Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
- Provided tracheostomy care for patients on ventilators
LPN Medication/Treatment Nurse
Long Island Care Center
08.2002 - 08.2006
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Education
Doctorate of Nursing Practice - Post Masters Psychiatric Mental Health Certificate
University of Massachusetts Global
Irvine, CA06.2023
Master of Science - Nursing
SUNY Downstate Medical Center
Brooklyn, NY05.2015
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Long Island University
Brooklyn, NY05.2006
Certification
ANCC Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Certification
ANCC Family Nurse Practitioner Certification
AACN Progressive Care Certified Nurse
ANCC Medical-Surgical Nursing Certification
National Registry of Certified Medical Examiner (FMCSADOT)
Medication for Substance and Opioid Use Disorders (MSUD) Certificate
American Heart Association ACLS & BLS certification
Timeline
Family Nurse Practitioner
Matrix Health
11.2023 - Current
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Nova Wellness Psychiatry
06.2023 - Current
Family Nurse Practitioner
Maximus Agency
09.2022 - Current
Family Nurse Practitioner
Elmhurst Hospital
07.2020 - 03.2023
Family Nurse Practitioner
Minute Clinic
11.2015 - 04.2022
R.N Cardiology/Medicine
Long Island Jewish Hospital
01.2012 - 10.2015
R.N Staff Nurse
Peninsula Hosp. Ctr.
09.2007 - 04.2011
R.N Vent Nurse/Nursing Supervisor
Long Island Care Center
08.2006 - 05.2011
LPN Medication/Treatment Nurse
Long Island Care Center
08.2002 - 08.2006
Doctorate of Nursing Practice - Post Masters Psychiatric Mental Health Certificate
University of Massachusetts Global
Master of Science - Nursing
SUNY Downstate Medical Center
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Long Island University
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