Nurse Practitioner Health

Cecilia Faison Ngwa

Ruther Glen, Virginia 757-***-****

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Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Professional Profile

Highly motivated, resourceful, and talented nursing professional backed by more than 640 hours of advanced clinical training, seven years of RN experience and a firm commitment to the delivery of evidence-based care for patients across the lifespan with psychiatric care needs in inpatient and outpatient treatment settings. Outcomes focused clinician with a proven ability to deliver person-centered, recovery-oriented psychiatric care that integrates treatment of the mind and body empowering individuals to achieve improved health and quality of life. Self-starter and hardworking professional renowned for the ability to lead talented healthcare teams, capitalize on opportunities to improve healthcare processes, and for consistently striving to advance safe, quality care. Eager to build upon prior achievements as a healthcare leader in conjunction with advanced training, credentials, and experiences to seamlessly transition into a dynamic PMHNP role with a well-established hospital or healthcare organization. Areas of Training and Experience Include:

Psychiatric Assessment & Evaluations

Patient Education, Safety & Advocacy

Crisis Prevention & Intervention

Comprehensive Health Assessments

Charge Nursing & Unit Leadership

Non-Violent De-Escalatory Strategies

Individual & Group Therapy

Conflict Resolution & Management

Med. Prescribing & Management

EDUCATION & CREDENTIALS

Master of Science in Nursing – Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Walden University, Minneapolis, MN (2020)

Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Liberty University, Lynchburg, VA (2018)

Associate of Science in Nursing, J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College, Richmond, VA (2012)

Virginia State Board of Nursing, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, (Current)

Virginia State Board of Nursing, Registered Nurse, (Current)

Academy of Medical Surgical Nurses, Certified Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse, (Current)

CLINICAL ROTATION EXPERIENCES

In partnerships with supervising preceptors, completed rigorous didactic and clinical training, in inpatient and outpatient settings, demonstrating the preparedness to serve patients across the lifespan in individual and group capacities as an advanced practice provider focusing on psychiatric and mental health care. Independently interviewed patients to obtain prior health history, conducted comprehensive psychiatric assessments, and leveraged findings to formulate diagnoses including but not limited to Attention Deficit Disorder, Tourette’s Disorder, Anxiety Disorder, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Depressive Disorders, Oppositional Defiant Disorders, and Reactive Attachment Disorders. In collaboration with preceptors, generated individualized care plans utilizing diverse medications and nonpharmaceutical treatment modalities to optimize patient outcomes. Provided detailed education, instructions, and support for patients/families on diagnosed conditions, plans of care, coping and self-management strategies to encourage informed decision making and long-lasting positive results. Leveraged community partnership to seamlessly facilitate referrals for resources and services, when needed, to ensure access to and compliance with prescribed treatment plans. Completed advanced rotations in the areas of:

ADVANCED PSYCHIATRIC CARE, Rappahannock Area Comm. Svcs. Board, Fredericksburg, VA – 320 Hours 05/2020 – 10/2020

GROUP & FAMILY PSYCHOTHERAPY, Transformational Health Services, Virginia Beach, VA – 160 Hours 02/2020 – 05/2020

CHILD & ADULT PSYCHOTHERAPY, Transformational Health Services, Virginia Beach, VA – 160 Hours 11/2019 – 01/2020

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCES

Rappahannock Area Community Services Board, Fredericksburg, VA 2022-Present Psychiatry Mental Health, Nurse Practitioner

Working with supervisory physician in an outpatient setting by caring patients across the lifespan in individual and group capacities as an advanced practice provider focusing on psychiatric and mental health care. Independently interviewed patients to obtain prior health history, conducted comprehensive psychiatric assessments, and leveraged findings to formulate diagnoses including but not limited to Attention Deficit Disorder, Tourette’s Disorder, Anxiety Disorder, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Depressive Disorders, Oppositional Defiant Disorders, and Reactive Attachment Disorders. In collaboration with preceptors, generated individualized care plans utilizing diverse medications and nonpharmaceutical treatment modalities to optimize patient outcomes. Provided detailed education, instructions, and support for patients/families on diagnosed conditions, plans of care, coping and self-management strategies to encourage informed decision making and long-lasting positive results. Leveraged community partnership to seamlessly facilitate referrals for resources and services, when needed, to ensure access to and compliance with prescribed treatment plans.

BON SECOURS ST. MARY’S HOSPITAL, Richmond, VA 2013 – 2022

Registered Nurse

Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized, therapeutic care for 5 to 6 patients per shift with a broad range of medical diagnoses and acuity levels on a 32-bed medical-surgical unit. Maximize the potential of a full, timely recovery by collaborating with multidisciplinary clinicians to formulate and administer integrated care plans for the management of pain, symptoms, and diagnosed conditions. Perform skilled nursing procedures at the bedside including but not limited to medication administration, wound care, and dressing changes. Safeguard patients by upholding infection prevention protocols and observing all responses to care; communicate and document any abnormal findings warranting further investigation and treatment modifications. Offer safe levels of autonomy and independence in the completion of activities of daily living while providing physical and psychological support, as needed, to minimize the risk of injury or further complications. Counsel patients/families on diagnosed conditions, care options, and health maintenance strategies to encourage informed decision making and treatment compliance. Ensure the provision of high-quality care in a prompt, professional manner in alignment with the mission, vision, and values of the organization.

Instrumental in the coordination of Quality Improvement Activities (QIAs) to improve the quality, access, and delivery of patient centered care.

Coached, mentored, trained, and led talented teams across the unit to achieve optimal patient results.

RICHMOND CITY JAIL, Richmond, VA 2014 – 2021

Registered Nurse (Part Time)

Provide influential leadership for a team of 14 healthcare professionals ensuring the timely, attentive delivery of quality care for incarcerated populations: delegate staffing assignments with an emphasis on maximized productivity while maintaining patient and clinician safety and satisfaction. Simultaneously, utilize the full scope of the nursing process to identify, evaluate, and treat the physical and mental health needs of 15 to 30 patients per shift ensuring comfort, safety, and treatment efficacy. Accurately administer prescribed medications; monitor responses to care and actualizing stabilizing interventions, if needed, to minimize the risk of adverse outcomes. Leverage therapeutic communication and interpersonal skills to quickly establish strong rapport with patients; advocate for healthcare preferences to encourage treatment compliance and optimal healthcare outcomes. Offer education, resources, and instruction to patients on diagnosed conditions, plans of care, health maintenance strategies, and healthy lifestyle choices. Chart all assessments, prescribed, and administered care, and patient progress to the corresponding medical record in compliance with local, state, and federally established mandated healthcare practices.

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