Curriculum Vitae

Kathleen A. Owens, MSN, APRN, PMHNP-C, FNP-C, CARN-AP

**** ******** **** #**** ******, FL 33967 (FL Residence)

* ******** ***** **********, ** 45246 (OH Residence)

Cellular: 513-***-**** Email: adzfv2@r.postjobfree.com

Summary of Qualifications

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner certified by ANCC

Family Nurse Practitioner certified by AANP

Licensed APRN in Ohio and Florida (relocated back to hometown of Cincinnati, OH)

DEA endorsement schedule II-V DATA2000 waiver to Prescribe Buprenorphine

(Patient Capacity 275) separate DEA certificates in OH and FL

Committed to high quality, patient centric, evidence-based behavioral health care

Work Experience

Sunshine Psychiatry, LLC May 1, 2023 - Present

13100 Westlinks Terrace Unit 8 Fort Myers, Florida 33913 239-***-****

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner APRN

Provide Individual Diagnostic Psychiatric Assessment, Evaluation, and Psychopharmacological Management with additional Brief Therapeutic Modalities for the Physiological and Behavioral health status of Adolescent and Adults in an Outpatient Behavioral Health Clinic in based in Lee County, FL. Telehealth Services are often utilized by preference of patients to overcome barriers to transportation, childcare, or loss wages. Audio and Video Telehealth sessions are available by secure integrated electronic medical record platform. Therapeutic relationships with patient begin with detailed and accurate History during the Psychiatric Evaluation. Diagnostic Evaluation and Treatment Planning is Patient Centric. Follow Evaluation and Management includes Psychopharmacological medical medication assessments, recommending medical intervention as appropriate including diagnostic laboratory studies, may include initiating medications for detoxification from drugs or alcohol dependence and supportive therapy or other evidence-based therapeutic modalities. Patients may be diagnosed and treated for Substance Used Disorders or Addiction Treatment needs such as problems with Alcohol Dependence or Abuse or Dependence on other drugs or substances With or Without a Co-Occurring Mental Health Disorder. With many years of Clinical Expertise, Specialty Certifications from American Nursing Certification Board, American Academy of Nurse Practitioners, Addictions Nursing Certification Board all services are Evidence-Based Treatments. Records are appropriately documented in the medical record completed accurately and timely. Patients have full access to their medical record through the patient portal. Evidence-Based care is consistent with National Practice Guidelines, Certifying and Accrediting Agencies Rules and Regulations. Interactions with patients, partners, and families, as well as the interdisciplinary treatment team of Clinicians, Nurses, Psychiatrists, Patient Primary Care Providers and Specialty Providers is always a priority, working as a singular team collaboratively to promote the high standard of care while promoting highest quality of health and wellness for the patient.

Advanced Psychiatric Care PC December 1, 2021 – December 1, 2022

9400 Gladiolus Drive, Suite 340 Fort Myers, FL 33908 239-***-****

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner APRN

Evaluation and Management of Adults with Behavioral Health and Substance use disorders. Services are comprehensive and confidential with a fully integrated electronic health record offering patients’ custom options for audio plus video telehealth sessions after the initial an in-person psychiatric evaluation throughout Florida. Initial psychiatric evaluations are evidence-based, with fully explained, documented, and rationalized treatment plans. Treatment plans are patient centric, including active patient participation with realistic and achievable goals. Common conditions treated include mood disorders, depression, anxiety, bipolar, ADHD, ADD, psychotic or paranoid symptoms of Schizoaffective or Schizophrenia, personality disorders, traumatic disorders; Acute Stress Disorder, chronic PTSD, and Substance use disorders including Alcohol dependence and Opioid dependence often associated with chronic pain and years of dependence on opiate pain relievers. Chronic care Evaluation and Management (medication- management) follow up includes building rapport and therapeutic alliance with patients and their support partners. Follow up care includes add-on brief therapy sessions to improve quality of life and overall functioning. Psychotherapeutic interventions in Supportive Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy or Relapse Prevention planning include patient education support literature and homework assignments. Patient data collection is properly documented in timely manner in the EHR. Patients are invited to a unique care portal to view medical records and communicate securely regarding their ongoing treatment. Patient messaging, records review and requests for medication refills have timely response rates. Documentation includes performing initial history and psychiatric evaluation, intermittent medical assessments, recommending medical interventions as appropriate including diagnostic laboratory studies, initiating medications, may include home induction for Buprenorphine as recommended following SAMSHA guidelines, routine medication management visits, mental health urgent care (hospital diversion program), post-hospitalization follow-up visits, intensive outpatient groups, review and documentation of collateral health history and information with appropriate clinical recommendations as necessary.

KAV Health Group, LLC April 1, 2021 – November 30, 2021

9403 Kenwood Road Suite A130 Cincinnati, OH 45242 513-***-****

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner APRN

Adult Substance Abuse Recovery Treatment Centers

Assess Mental Health needs of adult patients in setting of Outpatient Substance Use Recovery Programs. Provide Initial Psychiatric Evaluations, continuous follow up evaluation and management including Medication Management and Psychotherapy needs for patients with chronic mental health symptoms of Depression, Anxiety, Mood Disorders, Bipolar, ADD/ADHD, PTSD, Adjustment Disorders, Personality Disorders, Psychotic Symptoms, and Crisis Assessments. Work as part of an interdisciplinary team with leadership, clinical directors in process improvements and education of existing and new employees. Provide consultation and education at treatment team meeting weekly and as needed using Microsoft Teams. Remote telemedicine psychiatry position. Supervise and cosign individual service plans for patients’ mental health treatment goals and progress notes.

David Lawrence Center December 3, 2018 – January 31, 2021

6075 Bathey Lane Naples, FL 34116 239-***-****

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner APRN Behavioral Health and Adult Outpatient Substance Abuse MAT Specialist

Assessment, evaluation, and management for the physiological and behavioral health status of adults in a Collier County Mental Health Outpatient Community Mental Health Center, Residential Treatment Facility, and Inpatient Detoxification Unit. Initial history and physical exams, intermittent medical assessments, recommending medical intervention as appropriate including diagnostic laboratory studies, initiating medications for detoxification from drugs or alcohol dependence are basic tenets of Adult Addiction Medical Evaluation. Documentation appropriately in the medical record completed accurately and timely. Complete documentation in a timely manner including Admission Assessment, History and Physical Examination, Intermittent (daily) re-assessments, Involuntary Admissions (Baker Acts), and Patient Discharge Assessments and Summary. Assessments included the physiological and behavioral health status and the psychosocial health status of the adult patients in both Behavioral Health and those with Substance use disorders including Co-occurring disorders. Complete Initial Psychiatric Evaluations included review and signing of nursing care plans and Individual Service Plans/treatment plans, consistent with national practice guidelines and certifying and accrediting agencies. Interactions with patients, families, and the interdisciplinary treatment team of clinicians, nurses, psychiatrists, and others working collaboratively to promote the high standard of individualized patient centric care. Autonomous position working independently with oversight and supervision of Medical Director in compliance in accordance with Federal and Local agencies and guidelines, including the State Board of Nursing. Developed and updated Departmental policies and procedures. Developed outcome statements for the adult patient, developing criteria for measurement of goals attained, communicating goals to appropriate persons including patient, family, and significant others. Established effective working relationships with the team/organization, fostering vision and inspiring others. Played a key role in attracting, developing, and retaining other key staff members in Substance Abuse Treatment Service Line.

Talbert House July 2015 – November 2018

(Following locations are all Talbert House offices)

2600 Victory Parkway Cincinnati, OH 45206 513-***-****

Western Hills Outpatient Behavioral Health

4968 Glenway Avenue Cincinnati, OH 45238 513-***-****

Gateways Recovery Western Hills (West)

4966 Glenway Avenue Cincinnati, OH 45238 513-***-****

Gateways Recovery Oakley (East)

4760 Madison Road Cincinnati, OH 45227 513-***-****

Provide integrated evidenced based Evaluation and Management for Adult in Hamilton County Community Behavioral Health Centers, Court and Correction Facilities, and Substance Use Treatment Centers. Completed Initial Psychiatric Evaluation and History and Physical examinations, managed patient’s overall health care; diagnosed health problems; prescribed medications and treatments. Interim follow up medication management and chronic illness management for severe mental illness, acute and chronic behavioral health needs at all Talbert House locations throughout Hamilton County, Ohio. Supervisory responsibilities as assigned for clinic nursing and administrative staff. Utilized evidence-based practices to provide patient education and recovery support in culturally sensitive manner. Delivered high quality, outcome measured care, complying with all agency policies, safety regulations, and productivity metrics. Served as a consultant and resource to staff members, mentoring nurses, case managers, students, and others. Responsible for medical oversight of Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) program with collaborating Addiction Psychiatrist, including patients with dual diagnosis of mental illness and substance use disorders. Led a treatment team of case managers, therapists, and support staff to provide appropriate team-based addiction/recovery treatment. Provided counseling and guidance to staff, patients, and families, often during times of on-going change and challenging decision making within facilities. Led by example, being a patient advocate for families, individuals, and the community.

Family Nurse Practitioner August 2014-January 2016

The Little Clinic (Kroger walk in clinics)

10477 Harrison Avenue Harrison, OH 45030 513-***-****

Provide evidenced based medical evaluation and management, within the scope of service, for patients across the lifespan in a patient centered, customer driven environment. Located conveniently inside the Kroger Marketplace, The Little Clinic provides patients and customers: screening and preventative services, conducting history and physical examinations, screening exams for dyslipidemia, hypertension, diabetes and obesity. Promoting wellness tobacco cessation, weight management, & vaccinations consistent with recommendations from ACIP. Worked in an autonomous role, responsible for daily overall clinic operations, ordering supplies, containing costs, and rolling out marketing initiatives to encourage brand recognition and increase patient volume and satisfaction.

Registered Nurse II Sep 2005-May 2014

Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center 3333 Burnet Avenue

Cincinnati, OH 45229

Registered Nurse Clinical Ladder Lever II in Level I Trauma Center and Urgent Care settings, providing primary nursing care to patients and families in times of illness, stress, and critical crisis. Served as a Charge Nurse, Trauma Resuscitation Team Lead, Preceptor for new graduate Registered Nurses and Student Nurses in role transition. Member and Chair-Elect for Practice Council, workflow adoptions included projects for rapid care of febrile neonates and trauma-evaluation process for orthopedic injuries. Special interest in quality improvement initiatives including serving as a Safety Coach to reduce serious safety events and near misses, workflow adoptions included the Red Zone for Pyxis access (medication preparation) and SBAR communication techniques. Served as a member of Patient Satisfaction Team instituting a call back program for level 2 and level 3 patient visits.

Licensure and NPI National Provider ID# 150*******

Board Certification American Academy Nurse Practitioners FNP May 2014-ACTIVE

Board Certification American Nurses Credentialing Center PMHNP June 2017- ACTIVE

Florida Board of Nursing APRN & RN License No 9482421 Issued 3/23/2018 -ACTIVE

Ohio Board of Nursing, APRN 15917 Issued May 29, 2014-ACTIVE RN 338287 issued 2007Active

DEA Certifications separate and ACTIVE in OHIO and FLORIDA including CII-CV with former XWaiver 275 patient capacity.

Addictions Nursing Certification Board CARN-AP June 2018-ACTIVE

Education

University of Cincinnati Cincinnati, OH

Postmaster Certificate Program – Master of Science Nursing Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Program January 2015 - April 2017

Wright State University Dayton, OH

Master of Science, Nursing – Family Nurse Practitioner Program June 2011 - May 2014

Miami University Oxford, OH

Bachelor of Science, Nursing August 2008 -May 2011

Miami University Oxford, OH

Associate Degree Applied Science May 2005 - May 2007

Clinical Research Training & Certification

Good Clinical Practice Certification: Collaborative Institution Training Initiative

GCP Curriculum (CITI) May 2014, Updated September 2021

Human Subjects Protection in the Conduct of Research

(NIH program) January 2013, Updated September 2021

Participated in multiple Phase 2 and Phase 3 Clinical Trials as Sub-Investigator and Rater. Assessed participants in clinical trials ongoing basis using study protocols and standards scales:

C-SSRS (Columbia Suicide Rating Scale) certified, HAM-D (Hamilton Depression), HAM-A (Hamilton Anxiety), CAPS-5 (Clinician Administered PTSD), MMSE (Mental Status Exam), SDS (Sheehan Disability Scale), MSI-BPD (McLean Screening for Borderline Personality), PGI-I (Patient Global Impressions-Improvement, GAD-7 (Generalized Anxiety Screening), PHQ-9 (Patient Health Questionnaire Depression Screening), PSQI (Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index

Professional Memberships & Certifications

ANCC, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner – Board Certified 6/20/17 – Certification No. 201-***-**** Active

AANP, Family Nurse Practitioner – Certified 5/22/14 Active Certification No. F0514417 Active

Addiction Nursing Certification Board Addiction Registered Nurse Advanced Practice Active

OAAPN Ohio Association of Advanced Practice Nurses Member Active

FLANP Florida Association of Nurse Practitioners Member Active

American Nurses Association Member Active, American Society Addiction Medicine Associate Member Active, American Psychiatric Nurses Association Member Active

International Nurses Society on Addictions (IntNSA) Active Member

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