Mental Health Psychiatric
Resume:
Resume: Caroline Ndifon, MSN/ED, BSc, RN CMC
Contact Information:
Email: **********@*****.***
Phone: 408-***-****
Objective: Dedicated and highly skilled Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with a strong background in patient care, diagnosis, treatment planning, and a commitment to promoting high-quality healthcare. Seeking opportunities to contribute my expertise in psychiatric mental health to enhance patient outcomes and well-being.
Education:
National University, 2022
Post Grad Certification - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Professional
University of Phoenix, 2015
Master of Science in Nursing, Health Care / Nurse Educator, Gardena, CA
University of Buea, Cameroon, 2001
Bachelor of Science in Geography, Minor in Sociology
San Jose City College, 2006
Associate of Degree.
Fresno City College, 2010
Associate Degree in Nursing, Registered Nursing
Licensures:
2023: ANCC, MHNP-BC, Furnishing License, DEA Registration (CA), AANP.
2010: Registered Nurse (CA)
Awards:
2010: City of Fresno Council, Fresno, All America City Award
2015: Surveyor Minimum Qualification Certification (SMQT) From CMS
2020: Sigma Alpha Pi, from The National Society of Leadership and Success (NSLS)
Professional Experience:
PMHNP 2022 - present: Akalaka Nursing Care Group (Mental Health)
Essential Duties Including:
Assesses patients' mental and physical status based on the presenting symptoms and complaints.
Documents patients' medical and psychological histories, physical assessment results, diagnoses, treatment plans, prescriptions, and outcomes. Writes prescriptions for psychotropic medications as allowed by state regulations and collaborative practice agreements. Monitors patients' medication usage and results.
Evaluates patients' behavior to formulate diagnoses or assess treatments.
Educates patients and family members about mental health and medical conditions, preventive health measures, medications, and treatment plans.
Collaborates with interdisciplinary team members including psychiatrists, psychologists, and nursing staff, to develop, implement, and evaluate treatment plans.
Treatment planning participation.
Complete medical record documentation within required timeframes.
Utilization Review as required by insurance companies.
Conduct follow-up sessions as required.
Assist in discharge of clients.
Other duties as assigned.
Skills and abilities:
Ability to diagnose and treat simple and complex psychiatric and mental health problems from adjustment disorders to serious mental illnesses such as schizophrenia, bipolar illness, major depression, and anxiety disorders.
Strong skills to manage, coordinate, and evaluate the care and education of the patient and family along the health care process.
Ability to manage patients who need to be closely monitored.
Trained to adhere to medications and therapies with complex protocols.
Current Position (08/04/2015 – Present): The County of Los Angeles, CA. Department of State / Department of Public Health Inspection Division. Health Facilities Evaluator Nurse / Health Facility Inspection Nurse
Conduct audits and critical reviews of clinical practices and processes to ensure compliance with regulatory and legal mandates.
Perform surveys to measure clinical practice outcomes and assess compliance with licensing regulations.
Investigate and inspect hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, and related healthcare facilities to enforce federal, state, and local licensing and certification requirements.
Represent the Department in interactions with consumers, complainants, community groups, and health industry associations.
Mentorship (2019 – Present):
Participate in the surveyor mentor-mentee program, supporting new surveyors in long-term care processes and abbreviated surveys.
Assess learning needs, plan and supervise new surveyors' performance, and provide guidance and technical expertise.
Additional Experience:
2012-2015: Marina Care Center and Subacute Center, Culver City, Los Angeles CA. (Registered Nurse Supervisor)
2012-2014: Del Amo Hospital - Psychiatric units, Torrance CA. (Part-time Registered Nurse)
2014-2018: Kendren Community Mental Health Center, Los Angeles (Behavioral Health Services)
2011-2012: Olive View UCLA Medical Center, Sylmar, CA (Relief Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit)
2012-2013: Brotman Medical Center, Culver City, Los Angeles CA (Registered Nurse, Case Manager, Medical-Surgical Unit)
2006-2010: O’Connor Hospital San Jose CA (Licensed Vocational Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit)
2003-2006: O’Connor Hospital San Jose CA (Certified Nursing Assistant)
Research Interests:
Patient safety
Evidenced-based practice in clinical settings.
Simulation in nursing education
Practicum Project (2015): "To explore the perceptions of self-confidence and satisfaction after a simulated scenarios experience among beginning associate degree Nursing Students: A descriptive study." Sampled Location: Los Angeles Trade Technological College (LATTC).
Technological Proficiency:
High-Medium-Low Fidelity Human Patient Simulation
Computer skills
Communication skills, customer service skills
Writing skills (Microsoft/Excel)
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