Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Resume:
Carolyn M. Burns
Dyer, Indiana 46311
708-***-**** (cell)
**************@***.***
EDUCATION
Doctor of Nursing Practice, Mental Health Nursing, Rush University
Master of Science, Mental Health Nursing, Southern Illinois University
Bachelor of Science, Nursing, Southern Illinois University
LICENSURE & CERTIFICATIONS
Indiana and Illinois Registered Nursing Licenses
DEA Licensure
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Psychiatric Mental Health Clinical Nurse Specialist/ Practitioner, Board Certified-ANCC
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Nursing Adjunct Faculty
University of Saint Francis – Crown Point, IN.
January 2020 to May 2020
In this part-time position I provided Simulation experiences to students in the Associate of Science in Nursing Program. I performed needs assessments, constructed measurable outcomes, designed a scenario or case to provide the context for the simulation, and used various types of fidelity to create the required perception of realism. I conducted prebriefings, facilitated the simulation, conducted a debriefing following the simulation experience and evaluated the simulation experience of the participants in terms of meeting the identified objectives and outcomes.
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Mid-America Mental Health LCC - Munster, IN.
September 2019 to January 2020
In this Independent Contract position, I conducted psychiatric diagnostic evaluations based on DSM criteria, prescribed appropriate psychotropic medications and recommended non-pharmacological treatment modalities including psychotherapy to adults effected by mental illness in an outpatient setting. I obtained current vital signs for a patient’s physical history background. I collaborated with other psychiatric treatment providers to ensure patients received a high level of continuity of care.
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Regional Mental Health Center – Merrillville, IN.
March 2018 to September 2019
In this position I performed psychiatric diagnostic interviews, arrived at DSM diagnosis and prescribed appropriate therapy and psychotropic medications. I provided direct psychotherapeutic, psychopharmacologic, and psychiatric management services. I utilized physical assessment skills to evaluate the physical needs of my patients and assessment skills to evaluate the psychosocial needs of my patients. I provide 24-hour consultation to Emergency Services and Inpatient Services for emergencies and for assigned caseload. I provided “on call” and made rounds providing orders to patients on the Inpatient Unit.
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Hamilton Center - Terre Haute, IN.
October 2008 to February 2018
In this position I conducted outpatient patient assessments/evaluations, obtained psychiatric histories and mental status examinations, diagnosed and prescribed medication for adults with moderately to severely effected psychiatric patients in a community health setting. I obtained current vital signs to be used in their physical assessment. I developed a plan of care with both pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment modalities working with the treatment team comprised of psychiatrists, nurse practitioners, therapists and case managers. I provided “on call” on a weekly basis.
Assistant Professor, College of Nursing, Health and Human Services
Indiana State University – Terre Haute, IN.
August 2006 to August 2008
As a faculty member, I provided classroom instruction on Medical Surgical Nursing and Leadership to senior BSN nursing students. I conducted weekly clinical instruction at a local hospital for 10 nursing students throughout each semester. I was the Faculty Sponsor for the Student Nurses Associations which raised funds and held special events for nursing students. I was also the Vice Chair for the Student Affairs Committee.
Nursing Instructor
South Suburban College – South Holland, IL
January 2005 to August 2006
I taught Pathophysiology, Medical Surgical Nursing, and Mentoring for Success to nursing students in the Associate Degree Nursing Program. I was a clinical instructor for 10 nursing students on a medical surgical unit and a psychiatric unit at local hospitals throughout the academic year. I was also a member of the Curriculum Committee.
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Little Company of Mary Hospital – Evergreen Park, IL
October 2005 to August 2006
In this PRN position I utilized assessment skills to evaluate the physical and psychosocial needs of acute and chronically ill patients on an intensive inpatient unit. I also provided medical services to patients detoxifying off alcohol. I established caring therapeutic relationships with patient and families through effective communication, acknowledgement of patient and family perception of health and illness and mutual goal setting for optimal outcomes.
Aviation Crisis Consultant
1994 to 2010
I provided consultation and mental health services to airline personnel following aviation accidents. Service rendered included critical incident stress debriefing, defusing, teaching the Basic Group Critical Incident Response Class, Peer Support Class and Listening Skills Class. Airlines served include: Air New Zealand, Alaska, Hawaiian, American, American Eagle, Delta, Comair, Fed-Ex, Southwest, US Airways, United, Frontier and Northwest Airlines. Contracted Mental Health Professional by the Airline Pilots Association (ALPA) and worked with the accident investigation team following airline accidents/incidents/disasters.
PUBLICATIONS
Burns, C. (2009). Sold! Web-based Auction Sites Have Just Compromised Your Testbank.
Nurse Educator, 34 (3), 95-96
Burns, C. & Rosenberg, L. (2001). Redefining Critical Incident: A Preliminary Report.
International Journal of Emergency Mental Health, 3 (1), 17-24.
Burns, C. & Harm, N. (1993). Emergency Nurses’ Perception of Critical Incidents and Stress Debriefing. Journal of Emergency Nursing, 19 (5), 431-436.
Havily, C., Gagnon, J., MacLean, R., Jones, O., DeWitt, W., Nyberg, K., Burns, C., and Pohl, D. (1992). Pharmacological Management of Cancer Pain. Cancer Nursing, 15 (5), 331-346.
Burns, C. (1991, Fall). The Community Response CISD Team. Life Net. p 2.
Burns, C. (1988, September/October). Loneliness, Alcoholic Anonymous and Higher Power. Professional Counselor, p. 20.
Burns, C. (1988, March/April). The Alcoholic Quandary Revisited. Professional Counselor, p. 32.
Burns, C. & Schwartz, M. (1984). Step by Step: A Professional Methods Manual for Chemical Dependency Counselors. Saint Elizabeth Medical Center.
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