Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

EMMANUEL OKORO

Baltimore MD *****

*******@*****.*** Phone: 845-***-****)

PROFESSIONAL Summary

Dedicated and patient focused Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with proven strengths in acute and primary care, staff development and patient advocacy. Displays an exceptional attitude to deliver positive patient outcomes in a fast-paced environment while simultaneously building productive relationships. Known for exceptional interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to manage competing priorities, as well as maintaining accurate and efficient documentation. Proficient in EHR .

WORK EXPERIENCE

9/3/2019 – Present: Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center, Baltimore, MD 21224.

Acute Psychiatric Unit. Assessing patients who are mentally ill, observation, group therapy, medication administration, admissions and discharges, assisting in behavior modification programs. Providing feedback on patients to the interdisciplinary team..

11/20/2020 - 03/20/2021 - Internship: Child and Adult Psychiatry, 205E Joppa Rd Towson, MD 21286

160 clinical hours Psychotherapy Family and Groups

Providing education, therapy, and counseling of patients and families in psychiatric conditions, addiction issues, and medical conditions related to psychotropic medication use.

Initiating, prescribing, renewing, refilling, monitoring and managing the care of patients on psychotropic medications.

Learning techniques to help teach and educate patients about their illness in group setting. Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships. Worked with patient families to understand needs and provide excellent service.

3/10/2016 – 6/6/2016 Emergency Unit, Johns Hopkins Bayview Med Ctr.

Quickly assess, prioritize and triage incoming patients based on level of injury, IV infusion, Admissions and Discharges of patients.

7/16/2013 – 9/3/2019 Behavioral Unit Johns Hopkins Bayview Med Ctr

Admission and Discharge of patients with Dementia, Major Depressive Disorders. Assessment and observation of changes in behavior, coordinating group therapy with therapist, Medication administration.

2008 – 2013 Orange Regional Medical Center, Middletown, NY, 10940.

Medical Surgical RN – Patients Assessment, medication administration, discharge planning, blood and blood product administration, IV infusion therapy, and patient education.

Education

●2021- Master of Science: Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) Walden University 100 S Washington Ave #900, Minneapolis, MN 55401

●2010 – 2012: Bachelor of Science: Dominican College of Blauvelt, 470 Western Highway Orangeburg, NY 10962

●2006 – 2008: Associate in Applied Science Degree Nursing: Sullivan County Community College, Loch Sheldrake, NY 12759

●2004 – 2006: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN): Sullivan County BOCES, Liberty, Upstate NY 12754

AWARD AND CERTIFICATION

2008 Excellence in Nursing Practice, Honors in ADN Program

2013 – Nurse of Excellence Award Hudson Valley Magazine, New York.

2013 – present Certified Medical Surgical Registered Nurse (CMSRN)

2008 – present Basic Life Support BLS American Heart Association.

AFFILIATIONS

American Nurses Association, ANA

American Psychiatric Nurses Association, APN

INTERESTS

Traveling and Advocating for people with mental and other health issues.

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