Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Resume:
Ardo Dahir
Registered Psychiatric Nurse
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LinkedIn • Columbus, OH
Dedicated and experienced Healthcare Professional with a strong background in providing comprehensive care to diverse patient populations. Detail-oriented and proactive in assessing, planning, and implementing evidence-based practices to optimize patient outcomes. Highly skilled in facilitating therapeutic communication and fostering a supportive environment for patients and families. Committed to ongoing professional development and contributing to interdisciplinary teams to deliver exceptional healthcare services. Eager to contribute to a dynamic healthcare team, utilize advanced nursing knowledge, and provide top-tier psychiatric care.
Areas of Expertise
● Patient Assessment & Care
● Communication & Coordination
● Clinical Assessment & Documentation
● Crisis Prevention & De-Escalation
● Medication Management
● Treatment Planning
● Behavioral Health Care
● Interdisciplinary Collaboration
● Therapeutic Communication
● Patient & Staff Education
● Group Therapy Facilitation
● Psychosocial Assessment
Notable Accomplishments
• Program Development & Implementation: Spearheaded creation and execution of specialized care programs for complex mental health patients, boosting treatment outcomes and satisfaction.
• Leadership & Team Coordination: Exhibited exceptional leadership, coordinating interdisciplinary teams and guiding nursing staff in evidence-based psychiatric care, enhancing team performance.
• Quality Improvement: Led projects improving safety and effectiveness in psychiatric nursing practices, resulting in fewer adverse events and heightened compliance with regulations.
• Advocacy & Community Collaboration: Advocated for psychiatric patient rights and needs, engaging in patient advocacy groups and collaborating with community organizations to promote mental health awareness and reduce stigma.
• Education & Training Delivery: Developed and delivered crisis intervention, de-escalation, and trauma-informed care workshops for nursing staff, enhancing workforce skills and confidence.
• Research & Publication: Advanced psychiatric nursing knowledge through research participation, peer-reviewed journal articles, and presentations at professional conferences.
• Community Service: Volunteered mental health support and education to underserved communities, addressing disparities in mental healthcare delivery and improving access to care.
• Recognition & Excellence: Received peer, supervisor, or professional organization recognition for excellence in psychiatric nursing practice, exemplary patient care, or contributions to mental health nursing field.
• Compassionate Care & Patient Advocacy: Demonstrated compassionate, patient-centered care, fostering therapeutic relationships, advocating for patient preferences, and empowering active participation in recovery journey. Professional Experience
Tucker Home Health, Columbus, OH
Registered Nurse
April 2020 — Present
Develop and oversee individualized care plans, ensuring comprehensive patient care and positive outcomes. Conduct thorough assessments, collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to devise effective care strategies, and provide direct one-to- one patient care in home settings. Oversee medication regimens, making necessary adjustments to optimize patient health. Document observations and patient education thoroughly, ensuring accuracy and compliance with healthcare standards. Page 2 3
Supervise LPNs and HHAs, providing guidance and professional development. Engage actively in clinical development and pursue continuing education to enhance practice and patient care. Nationwide Children's Hospital, Columbus, OH
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
July 2020 — Present
Implement evidence-based practices to plan and evaluate patient care, ensuring adherence to latest standards in psychiatric nursing. Deliver comprehensive care by embracing family-centered approach, addressing multifaceted needs of patients with advanced psychiatric conditions. Leverage therapeutic communication techniques to monitor and support physical, psychological, and social well-being of patients and families. Expedite patient progression through episodes of care, emphasizing quality and safety. Serve as EPIC Super User, providing assessment, monitoring, and technical support to staff throughout shifts. Coordinate shift activities, delegate tasks effectively, and facilitate direct patient care through coaching and service recovery.
Chalmers P. Wylie Veterans Affairs Ambulatory Care Center, Columbus, OH Behavioral Health Interdisciplinary Program Registered Nurse October 2021 — April 2022
Facilitated group therapy sessions and coordinated care for Veterans with mental health diagnoses, requiring competency in cultural and age-specific needs. Conducted comprehensive nursing assessments, triaged medical concerns, and documented patient interactions and education. Performed direct patient care tasks, including phlebotomy, EKGs, and medication administration, adhering to scope of practice. Developed individualized care plans and managed caseloads efficiently to ensure continuity of care.
LA Home Healthcare, Columbus, OH
Registered Nurse
April 2020 — December 2021
Administered post-operative wound care and complex dressing changes, ensuring proper healing and reducing infection risks. Delivered comprehensive nursing services to diverse patient population, tailoring care to individual needs and cultural sensitivities. Managed medication regimens and monitored patient responses, documenting observations meticulously to inform ongoing treatment plans. Upheld and advanced care protocols to bolster patient safety and prevent adverse events.
● Elevated patient satisfaction scores through improved communication strategies and patient education efforts.
● Contributed to palliative care by providing education on managing symptoms and improving quality of life at home. Clinical Rotations
Complete Healthcare and Addiction Adult/Geriatric, Columbus, OH Engaged in diagnosing and treating mental health disorders linked with substance abuse and addiction, including participation in Methadone Treatment and Suboxone Treatment Programs. Global Wellness Center Adult/Geriatric, Columbus, OH Contributed to a comprehensive array of behavioral health, substance abuse, and integrated healthcare services within the Global Wellness Center.
Nationwide Children's Hospital Behavioral Clinic Child/Adolescent, Columbus, OH Participated in assessment and treatment procedures for mental and behavioral health concerns among children and adolescents at the Nationwide Children's Hospital Behavioral Clinic. Exposure included involvement in standard outpatient individual, group, and family interventions, as well as intensive outpatient and partial hospitalization programs such as the Mood and Anxiety Program and Eating Disorders Program. Education
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN), 2023
Mount Carmel College of Nursing, Columbus, OH
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Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), 2020
Chamberlain University, Columbus, OH
Licenses & Certifications
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Board Certified American Nurses Credentialing Center, 2023 APRN.CNP License# 202-***-**** American Nurses Credentialing Center, May 2023 National Provider Identifier (NPI) Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, 2023 DEA License Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), November 2023- November 2026 Registered Nurse Multi- State License, Expire, Oct 2025 Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI), expire December 2024 Basic Life Support (BLS) The American Red Cross, expire November 2024 Professional Affiliations & Memberships
American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)
Neuroscience Education Institute (NEI)
American Nurses Association (ANA)
Foundations for Addictions Nursing (FAN)
Medication-assisted Treatment (MAT)
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