Mental Health Registered Nurse

Mabinty A. Kamara

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Profile

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Blacklick, OH

Top performing, dedicated, and patient-focused Registered Nurse with experience in healthcare, nursing, and psychiatric operations administration; proven inter-professional team member in collective delivery of patient-centered care.

Qualifications Summary

Skilled in implementing treatment/care plans and evidence-based practices to provide high-quality patient care, support, and services to optimize performance.

Knowledgeable in managing psychiatric illness in adults, including depression, anxiety, bipolar, schizophrenia, etc. via focus on functional and integrative mindedness when treating mental illness which includes a holistic medicine approach.

Proven track record of delivering reliable and ethical healthcare to a diverse population of patients across a variety of settings to actively facilitate patients’ recovery.

Deft at collaborating with multidisciplinary medical teams to devise robust treatment plans.

Capable of developing and implementing individualized psychiatric plans; assessing / documenting patient progress.

Possess strong ability to stay calm as well as intervene during crisis and challenging situations.

Skilled in clearly communicating instructions and forging strong rapports with patients on numerous care treatment plans, intervention methods, and therapies.

Education

Master of Science in Mental Health Nursing & Health Sciences Walden University, Minneapolis, MN, 2022

Specialization in Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Clinical Hours: 672 (across the life span, including children, adolescents, adults, and older adults)

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Grand Canyon University, Phoenix, AZ, 2017

Associate of Science in Nursing (Registered Nurse (RN) American Institute of Alternative Medicine, Columbus, OH, 2015

Licensed Practical Nurse Certificate Program Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) American Health Institute, Columbus, OH, 2013

Career Experience

Ohio Hospital for Psychiatry “Acadia Health Care”, Columbus, OH: Full Time

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner PMHNP internship Residency Program at OHP from (2023 – Present)

Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations on patients to assess their mental health status, including the identification of presenting symptoms, past medical history, and current mental health concerns. Identify potential risk factors that may impact patients' mental health and collaborating with the treatment team to implement appropriate interventions.

Leveraged specialized knowledge and clinical skills to make accurate psychiatric diagnoses, considering the DSM-V criteria and clinical guidelines, to determine the most appropriate treatment interventions.

Registered Nurse (2018 – Present)

Oversee and lead nursing staff and mental health technicians, ensuring precise and punctual execution of assigned responsibilities. Establish and maintain a structured and therapeutic environment to foster the well-being of patients. Participate actively in patient rehabilitation, treatment, and collaborative meetings with the interdisciplinary team. Collaborate effectively with psychiatric professionals to administer psychotropic medications and develop psychotherapy plans tailored to individual patient needs. Perform thorough assessments of patients' medical and psychiatric requirements to provide appropriate care. Assist with crisis intervention, closely monitoring patients for withdrawal symptoms, and implementing protocols such as CIWA and opiate procedures when necessary. Maintain accurate and comprehensive documentation of patients' health status and progress.

Educated patients about the proper usage of psychotropic medications and potential medication side effects.

Observed patients closely for any changes in their condition, promptly reporting concerns to the medical team.

Received and transcribed orders from healthcare providers into the Medication Administration Record (MAR).

Winchester Place, Columbus, OH 2013 – 2017

Registered Nurse and Nursing Supervisor: Full time

Established comprehensive patient profiles through thorough admission assessments and accurate documentation. Contributed to patients' well-being by providing skilled nursing care and promptly alerting physicians to any changes in their health. Ensured safe medication administration by carefully checking dosages and potential drug interactions while administering pain medications. Maintained an efficient and organized nursing team by providing supervision and guidance during patient rounds. Supported patients' healing process through accurate administration of TPNs and proper wound care dressing changes. Demonstrated a vigilant approach to patient monitoring, facilitating prompt medical interventions by reporting changes in condition to the on-call provider.

Streamlined operations and improved patient care by effectively delegating tasks for timely completion.

Enhanced patient safety and teamwork among staff through clear and open communication channels.

Reduced occurrence of skin breakdown through staff education on the importance of regular patient repositioning.

Promoted patients' recovery and treatment adherence by proficiently administering IV and PO medications.

Career Note

River Vista Health & Wellness, Columbus, OH 2018-2019

Registered Nurse: Part time

Implemented nursing interventions that promoted, maintained, and restored consumers' physical and mental health, contributing to their overall well-being.

Monitored, reported, and documented residents' behavior and mental status, facilitating comprehensive care planning.

Supervised licensed practical nurses (LPNs) and mental health technicians, ensuring a secure and nurturing environment for patients' safety.

Executed stat orders promptly, which included monitoring critical medications such as Clozaril, Depakote, and lithium levels, prioritizing patient safety and optimizing treatment effectiveness.

ResCare, Columbus, OH 2018-2020

Nurse Manager

Conducted medication certification classes (one, two, and three) for direct care professionals and managed the entry of staff information into DODD or MAIS upon successful completion of the training.

Ensured compliance with state regulations by diligently monitoring and updating all consumers' medical charts.

Provided leadership and mentorship to nursing staff, including registered nurses and licensed practical nurses, as well as direct support professionals.

Ohio State Medical Center, Columbus, OH 2020-2021

Staff Nurse PRN

Provided care to patients with severe medical conditions, adhering to physician orders and applying necessary interventions.

Conducted comprehensive assessments of patients' environments to ensure safety and optimize their well-being throughout

Administered intravenous and oral medications as prescribed by physicians, ensuring accurate dosages and patient comfort.

Net Care Access, Columbus, OH 2016-2022

Staff Nurse: PRN

Managed and provided specialized care in a psychiatric emergency setting, attending to patients who walked in or were brought in by emergency medical services.

Responded swiftly to crises involving opiate overdoses, withdrawal symptoms, depression, alcohol-related issues, and other substance-induced withdrawals, ensuring prompt and effective intervention.

Collaborated closely with a multidisciplinary team, including emergency medical personnel and mental health professionals, to ensure seamless and coordinated patient care during high-stress situations.

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