Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Foday Janneh

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Aldan, PA *****

Cell Phone: (610) 803- 8128

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Personal Philosophy Statement:

My philosophy of care is to integrate my education, skills and wealth of experiences in nursing, family health and psychiatric mental health nursing, to provide the most efficient care, that is cost effective and evidence-base interventions that will improve the delivery of healthcare services and improve the quality of healthcare outcomes. My clinical priority and focus are to advance health through teaching, advocating and the use of the best evidence- base practices that are most cost effective and improve life and healthcare outcomes in a variety of settings. As a social agent and culturally competent healthcare professional, I have the passion to serve and provide services to the under privilege population in vulnerable communities and to address some of the challenging issues associated with mental illness and drug addiction

Personal Goals:

Collaborate with other health care professionals, using the best workable evidence- base practice that is cost effective while providing quality healthcare services to patients and family that will maximize their potential, provide meaningful and productive life that would improve their overall quality of life. My long-term aspiration is to effect policy changes that will facilitate and promote the public perceptions and understanding about mental illness especially in underdeveloped countries such as Sierra Leone where mental health is associated with demons and witchcraft.

Education, Certification & Licensure:

8/2020- 5/2022: Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Regis College, Weston, Massachusetts. PMHNP-BC

3/2015- 5/2017: Master of Science in Nursing/ Family Nurse Practitioner

Walden University. FNP- BC, CRNP

8/2010- 5/ 2012: Registered Nurse

Delaware County Community College, Media, PA

7/2007- 8/2008: Graduate Certificate: Applied Behavior Analysis

University of Massachusetts Boston

College Graduate of Education

9/1989- 6/1994: Bachelor of Science in Education with teaching major in

Economics, Njala University, Sierra Leone, West Africa.

Achievements:

2015: Pennsylvania PHCA/CALM Certificate of Caring Recognition

In honor and recognition of the extraordinary of quality of care, compassion and

dedication to patients, facility, families and staff

2013: Mid-Atlantic Health Care Recognition Award

In honor and recognition of outstanding readmission management.

2000- 2003: Pennsylvania Certified Investigator, Philadelphia Elywn

Experience:

December 20, 2023- Present : Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner( PMHNP)- TeleMedicare.

Provide psychiatric and psychological services to geriatric populations living in Long Term Care facilities both in- house and remote.

December 13, 2021- Present (Per Diem): Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner (CRNP) -Specialty Medical Care Services, Exton

Drug & Alcohol Centers: The NP may interview patients, obtain and record health histories and perform physical and developmental assessments, manage acute / chronic illness, order appropriate diagnostic test, and pharmacological management for detox and rehab patients. The NP may manage the healthcare of those for which the NP have been educated, provide healthcare teaching and counselling, initiate referrals, manage medication assisted treatment, and maintain health records for adults and geriatric population.

The NP may initiate treatment that includes but not limited to : Behavioral health and addiction problems, including but not limited to medical detoxification, psychiatric conditions, including but not limited to depression, anxiety, bipolar etc.

The NP may initiate treatment that includes but not limited to acute/ chronic problems related to respiratory, cardiac, diabetes, hypertension, urinary tract infection etc.

examination’s medical history, provides patient education, ordering and interpreting lab results, diagnostic studies, physical or occupational therapy and performing physical examination.

March 1, 2019- March 31, 2022 (P/T): Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner (CRNP) -Psychiatric .Montgomery County Medical Emergency Services, Norristown

Perform psychiatric evaluations thoroughly and completely, diagnose and manage pharmacotherapy of common mental illness under the supervision of physician and documents in electronic medical record (EMR). Provide inpatient and/ or outpatient psychiatric treatment to adults with psychiatric disorders and possibly co-occurring substance abuse disorder. Provide individual psychotherapy, group, therapy, couples therapy, administration of medications, medication education and monitoring. Collaborate with psychiatric staff on the treatment of court committed patients. Interviews and treats patients with input from the family and /or significant others in conjunction with other team members and outside resources, as part of the treatment process. Participate in medical staff activities, such as medical record reviews, utilization management and medical staff meetings. Provide counseling and instructions to patients on common medical issues, treatments and follow Perform other duties and responsibilities as requested by Medical Director related to the overall enhancements of the delivery of MCES services. Assist with completing medical/nursing documentation.

February 4, 2019- December 10, 2021 ( P/T): Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner(CRNP). Medical Consultant, Education & Clinical Services Group (MCEC) / JKF Medical Center, Philadelphia

Primary responsibilities: Primary & Urgent Health Care Services: Provide advanced primary nursing care to patients, performing physical assessments/ examinations recording of patient history and administering diagnostic tests, administering medicines and treatments and observing response to treatments. Consult with other health care professionals to discuss patient’s condition, plan of care and treatment goals; and train patients and families how to manage illness and disease preventions.

October 2010 -3/28/2022- Field Supervisor / RN Home Health

ACT Home Health Services, INC, Philadelphia

Conduct safety, environmental and risk assessment in residential homes to ensure safety for the patient and staff. Audit program documentation and medications administrations records to ensure proper implementation in accordance to individual program plan. Participate in assessing and diagnosing patients during admission and recertification and coordinate with other healthcare professionals to develop individual program plan. Facilitate training and implementation of evidence-based practices in residential settings. Implement and evaluate resident response to treatments, medications, and nursing interventions. Administer medications and monitor for side effects. Monitor resident progress and then maintain an on-going communication with physician and other health care professionals. Train and encourage family members to participate in the delivery of care to the patient.

May 2015- March, 2017- Gero- Psychic: Psychiatric Registered Nurse

Senior Behavior Unit- Boxborough Hospital, Philadelphia

Provide therapeutic support to Geriatric patients with behavioral, psychiatric and mental issues. Assess, diagnose and treatment patients according to their treatment plans. Provide therapeutic and behavioral support to patients according to their needs. Facilitate group and other services according to the facility program plans. Implement and evaluate resident response to treatments, medications, and nursing interventions. Attend team meetings and collaborate with other healthcare professionals to deliver health care services to the patients and family

January, 2010- December, 2018 – Psychiatric Registered Nurse.

Quality Care, Philadelphia/ Eagleville Hospital, Valley Forge Medical Center & Hospital, Norristown, PA

Provide therapeutic and behavioral support to patients according to their needs. Assess, diagnose and treatment patients according to their treatment plans. Facilitate group and other services according to the facility program plans. Implement and evaluate resident response to treatments, medications and nursing interventions.

July 11, 2016- December, 2017: RN Home Health: PRN/POOL

Pennsylvania Agency for Nurses

Provide private nursing by assessing and diagnosing, resident and then make recommendations to physicians, and other health care professionals. Implement and evaluate resident response to treatments, medications and nursing interventions. Administer medications and monitor for side effects. Provide beside nursing such as bathing/showering, grooming, toileting, and dressing. Monitor resident progress and then maintain an on-going communication with physician and other health care professionals. Train and encourage family members to participate in the delivery of care to the patient.

February 28, 2013 – May 10, 2016: Unit Manager- 2 East,

Care Pavilion, Mid- Atlantic, Philadelphia

As member of interdisciplinary team, the Unit manager supervises licensed nurses, RN LPN and other nursing personnel in the delivery of care and services to each resident’s comprehensive resident assessment and plan of care. Supervise unit in accordance with facility philosophy, in compliance with standard of professional nursing practice and with all state and federal laws and regulations. Utilizes resources in an efficient and economic manner to ensure that each resident achieves the highest practicable physical, mental and psycho-social well-being..

September 1, 2012- February 27, 2013: Treatment Nurse,

Mid- Atlantic- Care Pavilion,

Philadelphia

Responsible for implementing the wound prevention and treatment program in the

facility. Works closely with the Unit Managers, and staff development coordinator to

assure that all nursing staff is educated in the principles of wound prevention.

Collaborates with the Wound Care Team to determine appropriate wound prevention.

Implements treatments modalities as assigned.

July 17, 2012- August 31, 2012-Assistance Unit Manager/ Assistance Supervisor

Mid- Atlantic- Tucker house, Philadelphia

As member of interdisciplinary team, RN supervises licensed nurses and other

nursing personnel in the delivery of care and services to each resident’s

comprehensive resident assessment and plan of care. Supervise unit in accordance

with facility philosophy, in compliance with standard of professional nursing

practice and with all state and federal laws and regulations. Utilizes resources in

an efficient and economic manner to ensure that each resident achieves the highest

practicable physical, mental and psycho-social well-being.

March 2009- October, 2011: Charged Nurse.

Caring Heart rehabilitation & Nursing Center, Philadelphia

Responsible for the delivery of patient care through the nursing process by

assessing, diagnosing, planning, implementation, and evaluation. Responsible for

directing, training, coordinating all nursing care based on established clinical

nursing practices. Collaborates with other professional disciplines and family

members to ensure effective and efficient patient care delivery and the

achievement of desired patient outcome s all time

October14, 2008- October 10, 2011: Charged Nurse.

Centennial Village, Philadelphia

Responsible for the delivery of patient care through the nursing process by

assessing, diagnosing, planning, implementation, and evaluation. Responsible for

directing, training, coordinating all nursing care based on established clinical

nursing practices. Collaborates with other professional disciplines and family

members to ensure effective and efficient patient care delivery and the

achievement of desired patient outcomes at all time

October 28, 2008- October 10, 2011: Charged Nurse.

Kirk Bride, Philadelphia

Provide therapeutic and behavioral support to patients according to their needs. Assess, diagnose and treatment patients according to their treatment plans. Facilitate group and other services according to the facility program plans. Implement and evaluate resident response to treatments, medications and nursing interventions.

May 13, 2003- August 06, 2009: Residential Supervisor

Melmark, Berwyn.

Supervise and manage residential facilities with individuals with autism, mental and developmental disabilities. Participates as a member of an interdisciplinary team in coordinating residential activities, training, counseling and disciplining staff. Responsible for training in the implementation of individual behavior support plan. Responsible for scheduling staff according to individual needs. Participate in interdisciplinary meetings and treatment team to develop and implement individual support plan, monitor progress and make recommendations to treatment team and other healthcare professional. Participate in training staff in the administration of medications.

August 31, 2002– August 31, 2004: Behavior Health Manager

Resources For Human development/SBBH, Philadelphia

Children Outreach Services Program

Provide therapeutic, behavioral supporting the school for SBBH clients

referred for treatment. BHM’s implement individualized and classroom wide

behavioral intervention as indicated in the treatment plan devised by the

clinical specialist and SBBH team. The BHM may also run or co- runs skill

groups in classrooms or other settings with MA/MS level professional

supervision.

August 20, 2000 – August 31, 2002: Therapeutic support staff. -

Children Outreach Services Program, Philadelphia.

Duties: Provide therapeutic, behavioral support for children experiencing

marked decomposition or requiring outside placement with immediate intense

intervention. Implement individual behavioral reinforcement and modification

as indicated in the treatment plan.

June 1, 2000 – May16, 2005: Assistant Program Director/ Senior Program Specialist -

Philadelphia Elwyn Community Residential Services, Philadelphia.

Duties: Coordinate all aspects of multiple programs for the organization. The assistant program director / senior program specialist is in charge of overseeing each program’s funding, execution, staff, budget and goals from start to finish. As the Program Specialist is held accountable for the success or failure of each program. Understand client requirements and recommend new programs or enhancements. Work with cross functional teams in planning and executions of program .Schedule program related trainings for new hires .Provide support in developing program plan, budget and schedule. Perform program planning, analyze and reporting to management. Keep management inform about any financial, schedule and administrative issues. Attend educational workshops, conferences and training for professional development and career growth. Obtain client feedback and recommend appropriate program improvement. Perform contract negotiations with clients as needed. Coordinate with program management to perform contact modification, work order changes and schedules. Manage resource allocations and workload assignments. Analyze program related issues and provide long –term resolutions. Coordinate program activities with support coordinator and county officials to develop and implement individuals program plan in residential settings for individuals with autism and developmental disabilities. Perform the responsibilities of Certified Investigator in accordance of PA certified investigators responsibilities.

August 1, 2000 – June 16, 2001: Therapeutic support staff

Staffing Plus. (INTERAC), Philadelphia.

Duties: Provide therapeutic, behavioral support for children experiencing

Marked decomposition or requiring outside placement with immediate intense

intervention. Implement individual behavioral reinforcement and modification

as indicated in the treatment plan.

September 1998 – June, 2000: Corner Stone Christian Preparatory School.

Fort Wayne, Indiana.

Duties: Taught math: grade 5 to grade 12.

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