John K. Painter, PMHNP-BC, FNP-C, RN
US Air Force Veteran
PO Box 116, Tryon, NC 28782
**************@*****.***
Phone: 828-***-****
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY/ PROFICIENCIES
Compassionate and knowledgeable Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner.
Ten plus years’ experience as a registered nurse in acute care settings.
Proven ability to assess, diagnose, evaluate, and develop optimal treatment plans following evidence-based guidelines for patients 6 throughout lifespan with mental health care needs under provider supervision.
Performed psychosocial and medical assessments, utilizing diagnostic scales, as appropriate to meet patient needs.
Chart clinical observations, evaluations, and treatment recommendations per facility guidelines utilizing Cerner and Doxy Me electronic medical record documentation software.
EDUCATION
Master of Science in Nursing Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner GPA: 3.89
Regis College, Weston, MA December 2021
Master of Science in Nursing, Family Nurse Practitioner GPA: 3.76
South University, Savannah, GA June 2020
Bachelor of Science in Nursing GPA: 4.0
Western Carolina University, Cullowhee, NC May 2014
LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, Registration No. #Pain-G2VO7
Family Nurse Practitioner-Certified, AAN Certification # F08201177 Expires: August/2025
Registered Nurse, North Carolina License Number 254921 Expires: July/2023
ACLS Certification; American Heart Association Expires: December/2022
BLS for Healthcare Providers; American Heart Association Expires: December/2022
NURSE PRACTITIONER CLINICAL PRACTICUM EXPERIENCE
Practicum I: Geriatric Behavioral Health 80 hours
Inpatient care with Dr. Aaron Brodsky
Performed psychiatric assessment and presented treat recommendations
Utilized diagnostic scales including Dementia Rating Scale, MoCA, MMSE, and Mini-Cog scales to assess and monitor different stages of dementia diagnoses.
Practicum II: Adult Behavioral Health 240 hours
In-Patient care with Dr. Gergana Dimitrova
Screened for treatment plan adherence, medication usage, and community integration during Intensive Outpatient program.
Document clinical observation, evaluation, and treatment of substance abuse detoxification.
Practicum III: Pediatric and Family Behavioral Health 130 hours
Private practice care with Laura Navarro, PMHNP-BC
Performed psychiatric evaluation, recommended initiation of psychotropic medication and subsequent medication management
Promote family involvement during inpatient care. Respond to patient and family educational needs.
Practicum IV: Psychotherapy 150 hours
Lead and participated in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interview therapy for diverse mental health diagnosis to include Bipolar Disorder, Schizophrenia, and Diverse Substance Addictions.
Practicum I: Family Health – Adults & Gerontology 240 hours
Primary care with Dr. George Kim
●Performed focused assessments of acute and chronic medical presentations.
●Charted progress notes and presented plan of care recommendations to supervising physician.
Practicum II: Women’s Health 180 hours
Obstetric and gynecologic management with Dr. Laura Hill
●Performed well-woman exams including pelvic and clinical breast exams.
●Participated in the management of contraception, prenatal care, pregnancy, and menopause.
Practicum III: Pediatrics 180 hours
General pediatric care with Angela Welch, PA
●Performed history and physical assessment on routine and acute presentations.
●Newborn to 18-year-old developmental examinations.
●Presented cases to health care provider with treatment recommendations.
Practicum IV: Primary Care 180 hours
Primary care with Colden O’Dell FNP-C
●Assessed and recommended differential diagnoses for acute and chronic conditions.
●Patient assessment, suggested diagnoses, and development of treatment plans.
●Charted progress notes in Epic Electronic Medical Record.
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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Staff Nurse – Medical Surgery Department October 2014 – Present
AdventHealth Hospital - Hendersonville, NC
●Patient assessment to include obtain vital signs, review orders, analyze data, and initiate procedures in a 40-bed acute care setting.
●Train newly hired nurses in company policies and safety procedures.
●Meet with patients and family members prior to and following treatments to provide education and review expectations, explain clinical procedures, and administer medications.
●Consult with providers regarding treatment plans and participate in treatment plan meetings.
●Educate patients regarding their health condition, treatment plans, health maintenance, and discharge planning.
Staff Nurse July 2013 – January 2014
Hospice of Carolina Foothills – Columbus, NC
●Provided focused patient assessments in a 40-bed chronic care setting.
●Administered medication while monitoring the safety and accuracy of prescribed doses based on individual personal care plans.
ADDITIONAL RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
Therapeutic Foster Parent August 2005 - Present
Children’s Hope Alliance – Asheville, NC
●Provide care for over 60 Therapeutically Diagnosed Children; newborn to 18 years old.
●North Carolina Therapeutic Foster Parents of the Year recipient, May 2006.
ACHIEVEMENTS
Leadership Award
International Nursing Honor Society - Sigma Theta Tau May 2014