Shanta Mathis-McWhorter, MSN, RN, PMHNP-BC
Mental Health Associates
Greensboro,GA
16
years of professional experience
Faith-driven, Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with 16 years of progressive nursing experience caring for patients across outpatient, long-term care, and interdisciplinary healthcare settings. Experienced in patient assessment, diagnosis, medication management, clinical operations, staff supervision, regulatory compliance, and quality improvement. Recognized for building collaborative relationships, leading multidisciplinary teams, and delivering compassionate, patient-centered care that promotes safety, quality, and positive patient outcomes.
My Christian faith is the foundation of both my personal and professional life. As an active member of Hill Chapel Baptist Church, where I serve in the Women's Fellowship Group, a volunteer with Atlas Ministries, and a member of the Greene County Board of Health, I am committed to serving women, families, and communities with compassion, integrity, and Christ-centered care. I strive to lead by example, support and encourage those around me, and make a meaningful difference through servant leadership, clinical excellence, and evidence-based practice.
Work History
PMHNP (Independent Contractor)
6 Months- Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, diagnostic assessments, and follow-up visits for adults and older adults with mood disorders, anxiety disorders, psychosis, insomnia, and neurocognitive disorders.
- Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications, monitor treatment effectiveness, assess for adverse effects, and adjust treatment plans based on clinical response.
- Provide behavioral health care in skilled nursing, memory care, and assisted living settings, addressing acute and chronic psychiatric symptoms and behavioral disturbances.
- Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, social workers, therapists, residents, and family members to coordinate treatment and promote positive clinical outcomes.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation, treatment plans, and regulatory compliance while supporting quality improvement and patient safety initiatives.
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
2 Years- Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations to diagnose mental health disorders and guide evidence-based treatment planning.
- Manage psychotropic medications with ongoing evaluation of efficacy, side effects, and potential drug interactions.
- Maintain accurate, timely electronic health records to support continuity of care and regulatory compliance.
- Provide telepsychiatry services as needed while ensuring patient safety and appropriate monitoring.
- Mentor nursing students and new hires, fostering clinical competence and professional growth.
- Treat children, adolescents, adults, and geriatric patients with a broad range of psychiatric and behavioral health conditions.
Nurse Practitioner
9 Months- Performed comprehensive physical examinations and documented detailed patient histories.
- Under physician leadership, ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
- Prescribed and managed pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic therapies for acute and chronic conditions.
- Educated patients on disease prevention, health promotion, and medication management strategies.
MDS Coordinator
3 Months- Coordinated Minimum Data Set assessments to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance care planning and resident outcomes.
- Developed and updated interdisciplinary care plans.
- Facilitated baseline, quarterly, annual, and discharge care plan meetings.
- Trained staff on accurate MDS documentation and RAI process compliance.
- Verified completion of MDS data to support appropriate reimbursement.
RN Charge Nurse
2 Years 1 Month- Provided clinical leadership and oversight to licensed and unlicensed staff.
- Initiated, monitored, and terminated dialysis treatments per physician orders.
- Conducted initial and ongoing patient assessments and developed short- and long-term care plans.
- Managed medication administration and monitored patient responses to treatment.
- Educated patients and caregivers on disease processes, dialysis care, and nutritional needs.
RAI Director/MDS Coordinator
2 Years 9 Months- Oversaw completion and coordination of MDS assessments in long-term care settings.
- Ensured regulatory compliance with CMS and state guidelines.
- Led interdisciplinary care planning meetings and coordinated transitions of care.
Registered Nurse
5 Years 3 Months- Delivered comprehensive inpatient dialysis care, including patient assessment, treatment initiation, monitoring, and termination.
- Managed medications and monitored patients’ physical and emotional responses throughout treatment.
- Educated and trained patients and caregivers on home dialysis modalities, procedures, and safety protocols.
- Provided ongoing support to ensure patient competency, adherence, and safe transition to home-based dialysis care.
RN Supervisor
6 Years 1 Month- Supervised nursing staff, ensuring adherence to care protocols and quality standards.
- Developed schedules to optimize workflow and staffing efficiency in a fast-paced environment.
- Monitored patient health records, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive patient care plans.
- Served as an approachable leader who consistently addressed concerns raised by both nursing staff and families regarding patient care issues or operational challenges within the unit effectively resolving them promptly whenever possible.
- Served as Interim Director of Nursing
Education
Master of Science (PMHNP) - Nursing
- Member of The National Society of Leadership and Success
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Associate Degree - Nursing
Associates Degree - Pre-Nursing
Skills
Safety compliance
Deadline adherence
Coping Skills Development
Patient & Family Education
Multidisciplinary Treatment Planning
Individualized Care Plans
Critical Thinking & Clinical Judgment
Active Listening & Therapeutic Communication
Psychiatric Evaluation
Diagnosis & Treatment
Psychopharmacology
Timeline
PMHNP (Independent Contractor)
Ultra Health Providers (UHP)
04.2026 - CurrentRead More
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Mental Health Associates
10.2024 - CurrentRead More
Nurse Practitioner
Physician Care Centers
01.2024 - 10.2024Read More
MDS Coordinator
Selectis Health
02.2023 - 05.2023Read More
RN Charge Nurse
American Renal Associates
01.2021 - 02.2023Read More
RAI Director/MDS Coordinator
Ethica Retirement Communities
04.2018 - 01.2021Read More
Registered Nurse
American Renal Associates
01.2013 - 04.2018Read More
RN Supervisor
Ethica Retirement Communities
07.2010 - 08.2016Read More
Georgia Military College
Associates Degree from Pre-Nursing
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Macon State College
Associate Degree from Nursing
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Chamberlain University
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
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Walden University
Master of Science (PMHNP) from Nursing
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Leadership, Community, & Faith Engagement
Hill Chapel Baptist Church Greensboro, GA
- Assist with planning and coordinating Women's Fellowship activities that encourage spiritual growth, fellowship, and service.
- Assist with ministry activities that support members experiencing medical needs, providing compassionate care, encouragement, and practical assistance.
Atlas Ministries
- Serve individuals and families through Christ-centered community outreach and compassionate service.
- Assist with ministry programs that provide encouragement, practical support, and hope to those in need.
Board Member
- Serve on the Greene County Board of Health, collaborating with community leaders and public health professionals to promote the health and well-being of local residents.
- Support initiatives focused on improving access to quality healthcare, disease prevention, and community health education.
- Contribute to strategic discussions that strengthen public health services and community partnerships.