Kerry-Ann Chambers, MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC

Coconut Creek, FL 33073 1-954-***-**** ad481w@r.postjobfree.com

Summary

Highly motivated licensed Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) seeking to procure a rewarding and challenging career opportunity to fully utilize my training and skills while making a significant contribution to overall patient care. Proficient in patient and family education regarding the management of acute and chronic conditions. Self-directed with superior problem-solving, communication, and management skills.

Skills

Tobacco Cessation Training

Palliative and Pain Management

Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) Certification

Patient Satisfaction and Process Improvement

Coordinating referrals

Staff Development and precepting

Epic EHR Management

ELNEC training (End-Of-Life-Care)

BLS certification

Culturally Sensitive

Experience

Psych4U

Pembroke Pines, Fl. I 09/2022- 04/08/2024

Analyze and evaluate patient data or test to diagnose the nature and /or extent of mental disorders,

Design individual care plans, using a variety of treatments

Prescribe and direct psychotherapeutic treatments or medications to treat mental, emotional, or behavioral disorders.

Collaborate with physicians, nurse practitioners, psychologists, social workers, or other professionals to discuss treatment plans and progress.

Gather and maintain information and records, inclusive of medical and social data from patients, relatives, and/or other professionals.

CLINICAL ROTATION 08/2021 - 05/2022

Shalom Mental Health and Wellness - Miramar, FL

Consider access, cost, efficacy, and quality when making care pharmacologic decisions.

Perform screening tools to detect potential mental illness

Obtain an appropriate health history (comprehensive or problem-focused)

Observed medical procedures to advance nursing knowledge and prepare for more challenging experiences.

Engage in self-evaluation concerning practice and use evaluative information to improve care and practice.

CLINICAL ROTATION 01/2021 - 06/2021

Lewis Family Psychiatry - Wellington, FL

Delivered culturally sensitive care to patients for optimal outcomes.

Investigated and evaluated the care of patients, appraise, and assimilate evidence-based practice to improve patient care.

Assisted in the development of biopsychosocial treatment plan.

Formulated basic differential diagnoses and gather appropriate information to narrow the differential.

Accurately documented in the clinical record.

REGISTERED NURSE 06/2016 - 05/2022

Vitas Hospice - Deerfield Beach, FL

Maintained thorough, accurate, and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.

Responsibility for On-call Manager, arranging staffing and resource skills and knowledge to nurses in the field

Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies, and standards of care.

Admitted appropriate patients to hospice and sustained a conversion rate of over 90% consistently.

Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.

Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological, and spiritual support.

Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.

REGISTERED NURSE 08/2011 - 11/2014

Aventura Hospital - Aventura, FL

Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.

Collected lab specimens, and ordered, and interpreted diagnostic tests and lab results.

Administered medications, tracked dosages, and document patient conditions.

Evaluated patients, recognized, and addressed complications, and coordinated treatment with other members of the critical care team.

Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.

Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.

Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions and provided home care strategies.

REGISTERED NURSE 01/2009 - 08/2011

Cleveland Clinic - Weston, FL

Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.

Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress, and medication side effects.

Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.

Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention, and wellness.

Created, implemented, and evaluated patient care plans with the medical team.

Assessed patient needs prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows, and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.

Acted as a patient advocate and implemented total patient care through the team nursing process.

Education and Training

Nova Southeastern University - Davie, FL Master of Science

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, 05/2022

Summa cum laude graduate

Broward College - Fort Lauderdale, FL Bachelor of Science

Nursing, 01/2011

Broward College - Fort Lauderdale, FL Associate of Science

Nursing, 08/2009

University of The West Indies - Kingston, Jamaica Bachelor of Science

Economics And Business Management, 07/2000

Mico Teacher's College - Kingston, Jamaica Associate of Arts

Teacher Education

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