| Candidate Information | | Title | Nurse Practitioner Mental Health | | Target Location | US-FL-Miramar |
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Click here or scroll down to respond to this candidatePROFESSIONAL SUMMARYNewly certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 20 years as a registered nurse with majority of experience Medical Surgical and Correctional Health settings, Proven ability to assess, diagnose, evaluate, and plan optimal course of treatment, while implementing knowledge-based evidence for incarcerated patients. Seeking a responsible and challenging position as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner to provide mental care for patients in a well-developed health care facility with a focus on helping patient suffering from mental illnesses.Language proficiency in: English, French, Haitian Creole & Medical SpanishSummary of qualifications:Exceptional interpersonal, communication, problem solving, interpersonal, and time management skillsAbility to handle tasks simultaneously and able to work under tight deadlinesCapable to identify challenges and Outstanding skills in customer serviceAble to work independently and willing to accept additional responsibilitiesExcellent rapport with: colleagues, students, physicians, peers, and other ancillary staff to support cultural diversity and patients/family centered care. Computer literate knowledgeable in Electronic Health Records (EHR.EDUCATION:2023 St. Thomas UniversityMaster in Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse2016 Walden UniversityMaster of Public Health2012 University of PhoenixBachelor in Nursing2004 Miami-Dade Community CollegeAssociate Degree in NursingEMPLOYMENT:Transformative Healthcare SolutionsPsychiatric Nurse PractitionerJuly 2024-PresentIdentify and assess psychological, emotional, or behavioral issues; and diagnoses disorders, using information obtained from initial evaluation.Diagnose and treat mental, nervous, psychological, marital, or emotional disorders, alcoholism and substance abuse.Develop and implement individual treatment plans, diagnose, and identify symptoms specifying type.Counsel individuals, and groups regarding problems such as stress, substance abuse, and family situations, in order to modify behavior.Jackson Behavioral Health HospitalAdministrator-In-ChargeJanuary 2023- June 2024Performs as a clinical resource in assessing complex patient care needs/situations and in determining interventions, as appropriate.Maintains clinical expertise in handling cardiac arrests and other emergencies in non-patient areas and patient care areas as necessary.Resolves problems through appropriate interventions/ strategies. Interprets/enforces/supports policies, protocols and standards, e.g. IODs, substance abuse issues, visitor issues.Acts as a resource to coordinate admissions/transfers of patients, e.g. ICU placements, ER admissions and Transfer Center. Responds to media appropriately.Serves as an arbitrator for staffing decisions as needed. Investigates all untoward events/incidents. Acts as a resource in ethical issues.Obtains medications and supplies for patient care center as necessary. Interfaces with various departments/hospitals center to facilitate patient transfer/admissions.Provides staff direction and/or assistance in problem-solving/customer complaints. Communicates via the chain of command.Participates in teaching and facilitating in-service education programs as appropriate.Encompass Health and RehabilitationNurse ManagerJanuary 2022 January 2023Manage all nursing operations, including employee activities and quality of patient care.Recruits, retains and motivates key personnel who will contribute significantly to the quality of patient care.Assist in the development and implementation of patient-care programs, policies, and procedures.Coordinate inter- and intradepartmental administrative and clinical activities.Take full responsibility in the absence of the chief nursing officer.Promote and maintain an inclusive work environment and culture that is respectful and accepting of diversity.Jackson Memorial Hospital/Correctional Heath ServicesDirector of Patient Care ServicesAugust 2017 December 2021Assumes responsibility for the management of patient care and maintains the standard of patient care and the practice of Nursing.Assumes responsibility for monitoring appropriate admission, discharge, and transfer.Promotes a strong customer service orientation within the departmentPerformed audit of patients chart and nursing notes according to CMS guidelines.Recruits, retains and motivates key personnel who will contribute significantly to the quality of patient care.Performs other duties and related function as required.Jackson Memorial Hospital Correctional Health ServicesAssociate Nurse ManagerJune 2015 July 2017Assist the Director/Nurse Manager in the following capacity:oProvide single standard care to all patientsoTeach, advise, evaluate staffoCoach new members of the health care teamMonitor staff in completing patient and unit charges.Complete monthly timesheets and provide relevant staffing reportsChair nursing and task force meetingsDevelop research reportsParticipate in budgetary planning process and monitor monthly financial activities.Prioritize patient and unit needs and take necessary actionsCommunicate with staff for follow-ups on internal as well as external issuesMake periodic nursing care rounds to assess staff performance and provide immediate feedback or take necessary disciplinary actionsJackson Memorial Hospital/Correctional Health ServicesClinical Staff Nurse/Charge NurseMay 2012 - June 2015Oversaw the pre-booking process for Medical Clinics, Medical Housing and Detox Unit, and nursing careServed as clinical liaison between patients and physicians.Collaborated with staff and CHS Administration to resolve clinical and managerial issuesEnsured that the booking practices and procedures were in compliance with the CHS guidelines.Responded to requests for advices in urgent casesATL Home HealthAlternate DirectorApril 2012 - August 2012Oversaw the nursing aspect of the Agency.Prepared Plan of Care for new admission.Performed daily staff assignmentServed as the primary coordinator of all disciplines for patient care.Monitored patients condition by using computerized document systems.Participated in monthly field supervisory visit for RN, LPN and Home Health AideMentored new staff members.Performed audit of patients chart and nursing notes according to CMS guidelinesJackson Memorial HospitalClinical Staff Nurse/Charge Nurse, OB/GYNDecember 2007- April 2012Oversaw the Antepartum unitAssessed high risk antepartum patients through a system approachProvided nursing care to all high-risk obstetrical patientsConducted pre-op teaching and assessed patients readiness for surgeryPerformed triage and provided nursing care for OB/GYN patientsMaintained certification for fetal monitoring and neonatal resuscitationHope Career InstitutePT-Clinical InstructorApril 2010 - May 2012Managed and assessed student learning in the clinical settingAssisted students in integration of theory and practice, specific to the course learning activities and learners levelEvaluated the students development of clinical reasoning skillsMonitored and guided students learning activities with clientsEvaluated students in clinical according to the LPN Program outcomesServed as liaison between the clinical agency and school of nursingWest Broward Care CTRNursing SupervisorMarch 2006 - December 2006Provided staffing matrix of the facility and schedulingTrained staff through in-services on new procedures, policy changes, clinical and legal issues (AHCA)Provided reports documenting all work-related incidentsPlanned, coordinated, and implemented safe quality patient care in the nursing home facilityFlorida Medical CenterClinical Staff Nurse-Charge NurseJuly 2004 - March 2006Supervised the Medical Surgical and Gastric Bypass UnitPlanned, coordinated, and implemented safe, quality patient care in the Medical Surgical and Gastric Bypass UnitManaged operational and patient care activities in the unitServed as clinical liaison between patient, families, and physiciansVOLUNTEERFlorida Department of Health Broward CountyMedical Reserve CorpsMarch 2012 - PresentProvide health care services as assigned by the supervisory division of the Health DepartmentAssist in public health emergenciesHelp with annual Back to School Immunization CampaignAWARDAwarded for exceptional performance in demonstrating Service Excellence & Quality, Jackson Health System and Miami-Dade County, September 2016.SKILLS:weLead: Leading at Jackson: Leadership and Development Cohort, Jackson Health System, March 25, 2021.Critical Incident Review Training, Miami-Dade Corrections & Rehabilitation Department and Miami Dade County, October 20, 2021.CERTIFICATION:State of Florida APRN: 11033348 Expiration date: April 30, 2026BLS Expiration date: January 30,2026PMHNP Certification: 2024013583 Expiration date June 2, 2029 |
