Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Abosede (Bose) R. Babalola, RN, MHA, MSN, PMHNP-BC

Bourbonnais, IL, 60914 **********@*****.*** 708-***-****

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Advanced Nurse Practitioner

Dedicated professional with extensive experience in advanced psychiatric nursing. Compassionate while interacting with clients in providing high quality services to ensure patient wellbeing. Talented in identifying the needs of individuals to develop care plans based on specific needs and adjusting as needed. Strengthened rapport with patients, families, external medical professionals, and organizations within the community. Recognized for implementing health and safety regulations to guarantee compliance. Quick to adapt to new technology and procedures. Reacts composed in elevated stress situations, demonstrating confidence and sound decisions. In addition, collaborates effectively with other professionals to promote positive workflow within an organization. Proven expertise in:

Intake & Assessments

Purchasing & Budget Control

Process Development

Individual & Group Counseling

Training & Professional Development

Vendor Management

Patient & Family Education

Billing & Financial Management

Psychotherapy

EDUCATION

Master of Science in Nursing

University of St. Francis, Joliet, IL

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

GPA: 3.9

Master of Health Administration

University of Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ

GPA: 3.85

Bachelor of Art in Education

Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Nigeria

Associate of Science in Nursing

Prairie State College, Chicago Heights, IL

Credentials

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner-BC • Illinois State Registered Nurse • Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy (REBT) Certificate • Non-Violent Crisis Prevention Intervention Certificate • Health Occupation Career, Dawson Technical Institute

Training

Basic EKG Reading, St. James Hospital • CPR • Pain Management Training • CPI, Riverside Medical Center

Clinical Rotation Experience

Community Mental Health Services – Chicago, IL

Outpatient Psychiatry (Dr. Shephali Patel), 8/2019 to 10/2019

During a rotation of 167 hours of advanced psychiatric nursing practicum within an outpatient community mental health clinic, conducted psychiatric diagnostic evaluations for new patients. Completed assessments to design customized therapeutic plans and interventions. Conducted medication management for patients, monitoring effectiveness and adjusting medications if needed. Ensured appropriate computer order entry. Collaborated with patients in negotiating community social services and mental health programs. Communicates effectively with patients on a regular basis. Provides comprehensive diverse mental health training to clinical staff.

Key Achievements:

Recognized for facilitating psychoeducation and social skills for patients and family members focusing on severe mental illness.

Above and Beyond Family Recovery Center

Psychotherapy Internship, 5/2019 to 2019

Completed 167 hours in the psychotherapy internship within an outpatient family recovery treatment center. Provided individual and group therapy modalities concentrating on cooccurring substance abuse and mental health disorders. As a primary counselor, organized intake assessments and interacted with patients to customize treatment plans. Facilitated various group therapies. Performed motivational interviewing, individual counseling, and discharge planning for designated patients. Continued ongoing research to compile community resources and social services for patients.

Key Achievements:

Organizing evidence-based screenings to understand appropriate treatments and patient readiness.

Mercy Hospital and Medical Center – Chicago, IL

Inpatient Psychiatry (Deborah Bump, PMHNP), 1/2019 to 4/2019

Completed 167 hours of advanced psychiatric nursing practicum on an inpatient psychiatric unit, centered attention on psychiatric diagnostic interviews and evaluations. Additionally, constructed comprehensive plans and interventions. Provided psychiatric consults for diverse medical units within the hospital. Facilitated psychiatric reviews, follow ups, and care for the Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP). Interacted with mental health professionals during daily staffing meetings to devise individualized care plans for inpatient adults.

Key Achievements:

Strengthened relationships with social services to coordinate discharges and post care services.

Riverside Medical Center – Kankakee, IL

Specialized Psychiatric Nurse, 3/2016 to present

Collaborate with psychiatrists and other mental health professionals in creating individualized treatment plans for inpatient adolescent and pediatric mental health patients. Administered medications and remained active in group therapy sessions. Provided medication education and informed patients on coping techniques.

Key Achievements:

Valuable in collaboratively designing discharge plans with case managers and psychiatrists.

Additional experience as Director of Nursing Services with Rainbow Beach Care Center and Lydia Health Care.

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