Sharia Kelly
Richmond
Summary
Experienced Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with 11 years in behavioral health, crisis stabilization, and acute care. Completed 600 clinical hours in outpatient psychiatry and telepsychiatry, providing evidence-based care. Expertise encompasses psychiatric assessment, psychopharmacologic management, crisis intervention, and interdisciplinary collaboration, ensuring positive outcomes for diverse patient populations.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
St. Joseph's Villa
02.2024 - Current
- Provide compassionate, trauma-informed nursing care to adolescents experiencing acute psychiatric crises, including suicidal ideation, self-injurious behaviors, severe anxiety, mood disorders, psychosis, and behavioral dysregulation.
- Perform comprehensive nursing assessments, continuous behavioral observations, suicide risk monitoring, and ongoing evaluations to identify changes in patients' mental and physical status.
- Administer psychotropic and medical medications while monitoring therapeutic effectiveness, medication adherence, adverse effects, and changes in behavioral presentation.
- Collaborate with psychiatrists, PMHNPs, therapists, social workers, counselors, and nursing colleagues to develop individualized treatment plans and coordinate multidisciplinary care.
- Document comprehensive nursing assessments, behavioral observations, interventions, medication administration, and patient responses within the electronic health record while recognizing escalating behaviors and implementing crisis intervention strategies to promote patient safety.
Director of Nursing
Advanced MediAid, LLC
07.2023 - 06.2025
- Directed daily clinical operations for a home healthcare agency, overseeing patient care delivery, regulatory compliance, clinical documentation, and coordination of multidisciplinary services.
- Developed individualized plans of care, conducted comprehensive nursing assessments, and monitored patient outcomes to promote quality care and reduce avoidable hospitalizations.
- Supervised and supported clinical staff through education, mentorship, performance oversight, and ongoing quality improvement initiatives.
- Collaborated with physicians, therapists, patients, and family members to coordinate services, promote continuity of care, and ensure individualized treatment goals were achieved.
Registered Nurse
Greensville Correctional Center
11.2023 - 01.2024
- Provided comprehensive nursing care to incarcerated adult patients within the correctional infirmary while maintaining safety, security, and confidentiality in accordance with correctional healthcare standards.
- Performed sick-call nursing assessments, evaluated acute and chronic medical concerns, prioritized patient needs, and communicated significant findings to healthcare providers.
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments, monitored patient responses, and reinforced education regarding medications, chronic disease management, and follow-up care.
- Collaborated with physicians, advanced practice providers, correctional officers, and interdisciplinary healthcare team members to coordinate timely, patient-centered care while maintaining compliance with correctional policies and clinical documentation standards.
Travel Registered Nurse
Multiple Virginia Healthcare Facilities
11.2020 - 04.2023
- Delivered high-quality medical-surgical and telemetry nursing care within critical access hospitals, managing diverse patient populations with acute and complex medical conditions.
- Assessed, monitored, and treated patients with heart failure, chronic kidney disease, cellulitis, orthopedic trauma, spinal surgery recovery, and other medical-surgical diagnoses while recognizing changes requiring timely intervention.
- Administered intravenous, subcutaneous, and oral medications; performed IV insertion, phlebotomy, wound care, and comprehensive patient assessments while maintaining evidence-based nursing practice.
- Functioned in charge nurse assignments as needed, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care, prioritize clinical responsibilities, and support efficient unit operations.
Charge Nurse / Interim Assistant Nurse Manager
American Renal Associates
01.2020 - 11.2020
- Served as Charge Nurse and Interim Assistant Nurse Manager, partnering with the Nurse Manager to oversee daily clinical operations and ensure the delivery of safe, high-quality patient care.
- Supervised clinical staff, coordinated daily patient assignments, and provided leadership and clinical support to promote efficient workflow and regulatory compliance.
- Conducted employee performance evaluations, provided coaching and constructive feedback, and contributed to staff development and performance improvement initiatives.
- Collaborated with nephrologists, interdisciplinary healthcare professionals, and administrative leadership to maintain quality standards, address operational challenges, and optimize patient outcomes.
Charge Nurse
US Renal Care
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Delivered comprehensive hemodialysis treatments to patients with acute and chronic kidney disease while monitoring treatment effectiveness and promptly recognizing changes requiring clinical intervention.
- Performed ongoing patient assessments, evaluated treatment responses, managed vascular access, and implemented physician orders to ensure safe, evidence-based dialysis care.
- Educated patients and families regarding dialysis treatment, fluid restrictions, nutritional recommendations, medication adherence, and disease self-management to promote positive long-term outcomes.
- Served as acting Facility Administrator in the Nurse Manager's absence, supporting daily operations, staff coordination, regulatory compliance, and continuity of patient care.
Registered Nurse
Bon Secours Rappahannock General Hospital
05.2016 - 01.2017
- Provided comprehensive medical-surgical nursing care to patients with complex acute and chronic conditions, including COPD, cellulitis, congestive heart failure, and postoperative orthopedic diagnoses.
- Performed comprehensive physical and neurological assessments, administered intravenous therapies and medications, and collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to promote safe, effective patient care.
Registered Nurse
Bon Secours St. Mary's Hospital
08.2015 - 05.2016
- Delivered compassionate nursing care to postoperative and medical-surgical patients while managing pain, monitoring for complications, and promoting recovery through evidence-based interventions.
- Performed wound care, intravenous therapy, blood transfusions, central line management, and comprehensive patient assessments while maintaining accurate clinical documentation and ensuring patient safety.
Education
Post-Master's Certificate - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Walden University
02-2026
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) -
Chamberlain University
08-2020
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) -
Chamberlain University
06-2017
Associate of Applied Science in Nursing (ADN) -
Rappahannock Community College
05-2015
Skills
- Medication Management
- Psychopharmacology
- Crisis intervention
- Crisis Intervention and Stabilization
- Suicide Risk Assessment
- Differential Diagnosis (DSM-5-TR)
- Evidence-based Practice
Certification
- Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner - Board Certified (PMHNP-BC)
- Registered Nurse - Commonwealth of Virginia
- First Aid/CPR Certified
Personal Information
Title: MSN, PMHNP-BC
Timeline
Registered Nurse
St. Joseph's Villa
02.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
Greensville Correctional Center
11.2023 - 01.2024
Director of Nursing
Advanced MediAid, LLC
07.2023 - 06.2025
Travel Registered Nurse
Multiple Virginia Healthcare Facilities
11.2020 - 04.2023
Charge Nurse / Interim Assistant Nurse Manager
American Renal Associates
01.2020 - 11.2020
Charge Nurse
US Renal Care
01.2017 - 01.2019
Registered Nurse
Bon Secours Rappahannock General Hospital
05.2016 - 01.2017
Registered Nurse
Bon Secours St. Mary's Hospital
08.2015 - 05.2016
Post-Master's Certificate - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Walden University
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) -
Chamberlain University
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) -
Chamberlain University
Associate of Applied Science in Nursing (ADN) -
Rappahannock Community College