Dual Certified Nurse Practitioner with a focus on psychiatry and primary care. Possess specialized skills in patient assessment, treatment plan development, and health education. Excel in communication, empathy, and adaptability, ensuring holistic care tailored to individual patient needs.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Psych Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Student
Equitas Health, Dr. Amber Budd PMHNP, Preceptor
Columbus, OH
06.2024 - Current
Conducted follow up assessments to identify any changes in a patient's condition or behavior.
Counseled patients on healthy coping strategies for managing stress, anxiety, depression, and other mental health concerns.
Assessed and evaluated the mental and physical condition of patients.
Met with patients to discuss needs, conduct tests and evaluate clinical presentations.
Communicate effectively with a diverse population, including individuals from different cultural backgrounds.
Psych Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Student
Lifestance Health, Dauntrica Wallstrum, PMHNP, Pre
Columbus, OH
09.2023 - Current
Perform comprehensive psychiatric evaluations of patients in an outpatient setting.
Develop treatment plans based on assessment findings and established goals.
Discuss non-medical techniques such as yoga and meditation to help patients alleviate depression and anxiety.
Educate families about the nature of mental illness and available treatment options.
Communicate effectively with a diverse population, including individuals from different cultural backgrounds.
Certified Nurse Practitioner
Central Ohio Nutrition Center
Westerville, OH
04.2021 - Current
Perform initial assessments to evaluate patient participation in weight loss program.
Monitor patient progress with follow up exams.
Order and interpret labs to determine necessity for intervention.
Medication management for chronic diseases such as hypertension, diabetes, and vitamin D deficiencies.
Prescribe medication to assist in weight loss.
Certified Nurse Practitioner
Central Ohio Primary Care
Columbus, OH
10.2017 - 09.2020
Provided telephone triage services to patients in need of medical advice.
Answered incoming patient calls, gathering history and symptoms to determine scope of medical complaints.
Provided patient advise and education based on medical symptoms.
Prescribed medications when necessary.
Collaborated with primary care physicians regarding patient needs.
Advanced Practice Nurse Consultant
Ohio Board of Nursing
Columbus , OH
10.2007 - 08.2008
Assisted Advance Practice Nurses with inquiries regarding Ohio Law and Rule.
Managed Drug Formulary for Advanced Practice Nurses.
Participated in Ohio Board of Nursing meetings.
Contributed to writing articles for nursing publications.
Researched pertinent issues related to nursing practice.
Certified Nurse Practitioner
Electrophysiology and Pacing Interventionalists
Columbus, OH
02.2006 - 02.2007
Performed and monitored exercise and pharmacological stress tests.
Managed patients in Coumadin and Pacer Clinics.
Outpatient management of cardiovascular diseases including but not limited to: congestive heart failure, atrial fibrillation, hypertension, and venous insufficiency.
Worked closely with collaborating physician implementing plans for difficult and medically complex patients.
HIPPA compliance officer
Education
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Mount Carmel College of Nursing
Columbus, OH
08-2024
Family Nurse Practitioner Certificate, GPA 4.0
University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OH
04-2020
Master of Science - Adult Nurse Practitioner
Ohio State University
Columbus, OH
06-2005
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Ohio State University
Columbus, OH
05-1999
Skills
Patient-centered care
Preventive Care
Mental Health Assessment
Mental health counseling
Patient Education
Patient Examination
Chronic Disease Management
Prescribing medications
Lab result evaluation
Diagnostic Testing
Diagnosis and treatment
Treatment Plan Development
Health Promotion
Certification
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, 2024
Nurse Practitioner at APRN-PMHNP - Acute Inpatient Psychiatric Hospital, Winnebago Mental Health InstituteNurse Practitioner at APRN-PMHNP - Acute Inpatient Psychiatric Hospital, Winnebago Mental Health Institute