BENNETT NDUBISI
512-***-**** **********@*****.*** Pflugerville, TX 78660
SUMMARY
Psychiatric Mental health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) possessing skills needed to help mental health and drug use patients make beneficial life changes. Seeking full-time Psychiatric -Mental Health Nurse Practitioner opportunities in Texas. Result-oriented Registered Nurse with fourteen years of proven home health and Inpatient psychiatric nursing experience, with sound professional judgment and proficient clinical skills. Ready to tackle new opportunities in helping people lead healthy, successful lives.
SKILLS
Able to interact professionally with referral sources and patient on phone and in person Knowledge of and ability to provide crisis intervention, conflict resolution, problem solving techniques and manage conflict
Strong background in clinical assessment and treatment of behavioral health patients,
Strong interpersonal skills Knowledge of professional nursing principles, procedures and techniques used in the care and treatment of psychiatric/ detoxing/ substance abuse patients
Knowledge of the principles, and practices of evaluation of effective and evidence-based mental health treatment programs and services
Knowledge of the methods, principles, and practices of developing, implementing, coordinating and administering behavioral health services
RELEVANT PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Remote PMHNP. (Part-time) DoneFirst -Remote in Texas
October 2022- present
Assess the symptoms of physiologically based disorders as well as psychologically based disorders and diagnose accordingly.
Regulating, administering, and adjusting medications and evaluating client's response to medication regimen and adjusting as appropriate.
Work closely with the general adult and/or child and adolescent populations
High functioning patients
Provide psychiatric assessments
Medication management
Participates in clinical meetings and practices as a member of the multi-disciplinary team
Provide education on medication management
Evaluating and working with clients in cutting-edge technology
Collaborating with the multidisciplinary team to ensure best patient outcomes
PMHNP-BC (Part-Time). Georgetown Behavioral Health Institute, Georgetown, TX
August 2022 – Present
Determine a patient's mental and physical state based on their symptoms.
Work with members of an interdisciplinary team, such as psychiatrists, psychologists, and nursing staff, to develop, implement, or evaluate treatment plans.
Consult psychiatrists or other professionals when encountering unusual or complex cases.
Develop and implement patient treatment plans.
Assess the symptoms of physiologically based disorders as well as psychologically based disorders and diagnose accordingly.
Regulating, administering, and adjusting medications and evaluating client's response to medication regimen and adjusting as appropriate.
Provide prescriptions or recommendations for controlled medications based on existing core privileges. Determines abnormal conditions by administering or ordering diagnostic tests, MRIs, electrocardiograms, and laboratory studies, interpreting test results.
Sound medical decision-making abilities.
Provides continuity of care by developing and implementing patient management plans
PMHNP (Intern), Georgetown Behavioral Health Institute, Georgetown, TX
January 2021-February 2022
Practical completed at an acute Psychiatric/ behavioral hospital with residential treatment center
Provided group psychotherapy to adults and adolescents suffering I could mental health crisis and employed a variety of tools such as cognitive behavioral therapy, psychoeducation, and encourage exploration of healthy coping skills.
participated in family therapy sessions the faster communication I'm facilitate safe discharge plan for patients
Build rapport with patience by using therapeutic skills including emphatic listening reflection and validation
Conducted psychiatric evaluations for patients who have Mental health disorders to determine initial treatment plans
Assisted preceptor with medical management appointment by interviewing patients I'm not searching for changes, key symptoms including mood, sleep; appetite; anxiety and attention
Collaborated with preceptor to recommend changes to patients’ medications based on patients reported symptoms and reactions to current medication regimen.
Psychiatric Registered Nurse, CROSS CREEK PYSCHIATRIC HOSPITAL, AUSTIN, TEXAS
February 2017- August 2022
Safely and accurately administering medications and evaluating the effects of the medications and maintaining inventory standards for medicines, controlled substances, and narcotics
Nursing interventions are based on knowledge of psychiatric and medical nursing procedures as well as plan of care and their documentations
Consulting and coordinating with healthcare team members to assess, plan, implement, or evaluate patients care plan
Accurately completing nursing assessments and transcribing and carrying out treatment orders accurately Health teaching and counseling, preparing, and educating patients on discharge instructions and consistently maintaining therapeutic nurse /patient relationship
Registered Psychiatric Nurse RN PRN, Georgetown Behavioral Health Institute, Georgetown, TX
August 2018- August 2022
Completed review of clinical documentation and data to assist in strategic planning, goal setting and development of improved processes and practices
Education for providers and staff in clinical, safety and environmental practices for behavioral health patients
Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams on the implementation of initiatives including in-service support and guidance
Problem solving with hospital staff to address challenging patient related issues
RN HOME HEALTH CASE MANAGER, Progressive Home Health Services Inc., Buda, TX
February 2011-January 2019
Collaborated with various healthcare providers to facilitate delivery of services. Reviewed effectiveness of treatment for individual and family situations.
Determined and coordinated appropriate level of care to meet individual patient needs. Coordinated support services and optimized communication between healthcare workers and patients. Developed appropriate care plans for at-risk individuals and high-risk families.
Coordinated between various entities to manage cases. Collaborated with different disciplines to provide cohesive care to patients.
EDUCATION AND TRAINING DATES
Walden University, Minneapolis MN: BSN, MSN-PMHNP MARCH 2022
Galen College of Nursing, San Antonio, TX: RN FEBRUARY 2017
St. Phillips College, San Antonio TX: LNFA JULY 2009
Kennedy Kings College, Chicago, IL: LPN NOVEMBER 2006
University of Nigeria, Nigeria: M.Sc. (Hons) Urban Planning, AUGUST 1988
University of Benin, Nigeria. B.Sc. (Hons) Geography & Regional Planning NOVEMBER 1983
ACTIVITIES AND HONORS:
Member, Walden Alumni Association
Member, National Society of Leadership and Success
Member, Sigma Theta Tu International Honor Society of Nursing
PROFESSIONAL LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:
APRN-CNP (TEXAS), PMHNP-BC
Registered Nurse License (TEXAS)
Licensed Nursing Facility Administrator (TEXAS)
Assisted Living Manager Certification (TEXAS)
Licensed Vocational Nurse License (ILLINOIS, TEXAS)