Shali George PMHNP-BC, MSN, RN-BC
Carrollton,TX
Summary
Highly trained and outgoing Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner offering well-developed interpersonal, acute care treatment, and relationship-building skills. Presenting pleasant personality, friendly demeanor, strong talents in caring for individuals, and skills helping patients stay calm and communicative. Effective leader consistently finding ways to improve healthcare quality.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Dallas Behavioral Healthcare Hospital
05.2021 - Current
- Attended critical and acute care patients, quickly responded, and intervened in crises when severe mental health and behavioral issues arose.
- Monitored, recorded, and evaluated their psychiatric conditions and prescribed psychotropic medications to assess their effectiveness and side effects.
- Provided crisis intervention services as needed to stabilize patients experiencing acute distress or at risk for harm to self or others.
- Implemented culturally sensitive care approaches when working with diverse patient populations to ensure equitable access to quality mental healthcare services.
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
WellBridge Greater Dallas
05.2021 - 02.2024
- Responded to numerous volatile situations and violent outbreaks to restore safety and security of patients and staff.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by developing comprehensive treatment plans tailored to individual needs.
- Improved care continuity by effectively collaborating with interdisciplinary team members and maintaining clear communication.
- Streamlined medication management processes by regularly reviewing prescriptions for effectiveness, potential interactions, and side effects.
- Coordinated care transitions by establishing discharge plans in collaboration with other professionals involved in patient's treatment journey.
- Developed strong therapeutic alliances with patients through active listening skills and empathic understanding of their personal experiences.
- Maintained comprehensive, accurate, and timely electronic health records to support ongoing assessment and treatment planning efforts.
Registered Nurse
UT Southwestern Clements University Hospital
01.2005 - 08.2021
- Served as a preceptor for newly hired employees, nurse residents, nursing students, and charge nurses.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Reduced hospital readmissions through effective discharge planning, patient education, and follow-up care coordination.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Parkland Hospital
01.2003 - 03.2007
- Contributed to successful Joint Commission accreditation through strict adherence to policies and procedures.
- Mentored new staff members and nursing students, fostering supportive learning environment within unit.
- Managed complex wound care, including dressing changes, monitoring for signs of infection, and collaborating with wound care specialists as needed.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families through active listening, empathy, and clear communication during challenging situations.
- Provided education on disease management strategies to empower patients in self-care activities throughout their recovery journey.
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Adult Child And Adolescent Psychiatric Services
06.2021 - Current
- Maintained comprehensive, accurate, and timely electronic health records to support ongoing assessment and treatment planning efforts.
- Utilized telehealth technologies as necessary to provide remote consultations while ensuring adequate patient monitoring during periods of distance-based care.
- Strengthened relationships with patients' families by providing ongoing support, education, and guidance throughout treatment process.
- Developed strong therapeutic alliances with patients through active listening skills and empathic understanding of their personal experiences.
- Implemented culturally sensitive care approaches when working with diverse patient populations to ensure equitable access to quality mental healthcare services.
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Kazmo Brain Center
11.2023 - Current
- Collaborate with patients to create personalized treatment plans based on their requirements and preferences.
- Take aholistic approach to patients' biological, psychological, and social health.
- Educate patients and families on mental health disorders, treatment alternatives, and coping and self-management skills.
- Follow legal and ethical patient confidentiality and record-keeping guidelines.
- Adjust communication and treatment to accommodate cultural variances.
Education
DNP - Nursing Practice
Northern Kentucky University
Newport, KY12.2024
Master of Science - Mental Health Nursing
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN05.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
American Sentinel University
Aurora, CO07.2013
Associate of Science - Nursing
El Centro College
Dallas, TX05.2002
Skills
- Psychiatric evaluation
- Medication management
- Strong Interpersonal Communication Skills
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration
- Client Education
- Clinical Quality Improvement
- Inpatient psychiatric care
- Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
- Outpatient mental health services
- Relationship Building
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Reliability
- Effective Communication
- Clinical Documentation
Accomplishments
- Nursing Policy and Procedure Committee Member 2015-2021 at UTSW Medical Center
- Unit-Based Council Member 2012-2021 nursing services at UTSW
- Designated Charge Nurse
- Served on Shared Governance, Quality Improvement, Nursing Research, and Evidence-based Council Committees
- Preceptor for new hires and nurse residency programs
- EPIC Super-User (6 B) at UTSW
- Clinical Ladder Committee (6 B) at UTSW
- Patient Safety Hero Award at UTSW
- Featured in the Nursing Annual Report at UTSW for PACT awards
Certification
Board certified from American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC Certification)- Board Certified APRN - February 2021 to present.
Board certified from American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC Certification)- CMSRN (Medical Surgical Nursing) - January 2010 to present.
Additional Information
Risk Manager’s Great Catch, May 2010, March 2011, and June 2015
Patient Safety Hero of 2011 for stopping the administration of a Heparin bag as a Normal Saline intravenous fluid infusion
Clinical Ladder Level IV, March 2006-March 2012
PACT Award 2010 -2021
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Volunteer Activity
Participates in Dallas Heart walks every year
Volunteer at Charity Hospice Agencies
Volunteer at Marthoma Church of Dallas
Volunteer Activity
Participates in Dallas Heart walks every year
Volunteer at Charity Hospice Agencies
Volunteer at Marthoma Church of Dallas
Timeline
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Kazmo Brain Center
11.2023 - Current
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Adult Child And Adolescent Psychiatric Services
06.2021 - Current
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Dallas Behavioral Healthcare Hospital
05.2021 - Current
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
WellBridge Greater Dallas
05.2021 - 02.2024
Registered Nurse
UT Southwestern Clements University Hospital
01.2005 - 08.2021
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Parkland Hospital
01.2003 - 03.2007
DNP - Nursing Practice
Northern Kentucky University
Master of Science - Mental Health Nursing
Walden University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
American Sentinel University
Associate of Science - Nursing
El Centro College
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