Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
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Funmi Igbinigie
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Profile
**************@*****.*** • 916-***-****
LinkedIn URL • Sacramento, CA 95674
Accomplished Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over two decades of experience showcasing remarkable leadership in mental health care and clinical expertise. As a Mental Health Nursing Practitioner, I am responsible for contributing to clinical practices. Excel in coordinating staff, optimizing workload distribution, and enhancing patient care by developing comprehensive nursing and treatment plans. I am known for spearheading continuous improvement in nursing practices while ensuring compliance with updated policies and fostering a culture of clinical excellence. Possess a track record of overseeing large-scale medical and psychiatric units, focusing on recruiting and mentoring healthcare professionals. I am committed to conducting detailed psychiatric evaluations to recognize and treat various mental health disorders—recent academic background in Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner.
Areas of Expertise
Mental Health Expertise
Clinical Documentation & Reporting
Nursing & Clinical Leadership
Continuous Improvement Initiatives
Patient Advocacy & Psychoeducation
Staff Recruitment & Training
Treatment Planning
Emergency Response & Critical Care
Comprehensive Psychiatric Assessment
Professional Experience
California Healthcare Facility, Stockton, CA
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
2023 — Present
Uplift diagnostic accuracy and treatment effectiveness by assessing, diagnosing, and treating mental illnesses in children, adolescents, and adults during clinical rotations. Strengthen collaborative care by contributing to team rounds during patient and family treatment meetings. Play an integral role in managing psychotropic medications and formulating detailed follow-up plans for ongoing care. Prescribe medications precisely while adhering to strict schedules and adjusting treatment based on patient responses. Stimulate patient well-being by establishing solid relationships, offering strategies, and reducing self-harm practices to enhance overall health.
●Improved patients’ mental health outcomes by owning a caseload of 680+ individuals in diverse clinical settings.
●Elevated customer satisfaction by identifying and resolving issues and providing knowledgeable, friendly service.
●Achieved patient care goals through collaboration with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to address key care service issues.
●Boosted patient stability and recovery by conducting psychiatric evaluations and overseeing medications in outpatient facilities.
●Promoted care continuity from admission to discharge by documenting patient observations, interventions, and concerns in paper and electronic systems.
●Expanded patient understanding and adherence to treatment plans through informative psychoeducational sessions delivered individually and in group settings.
California Healthcare Facility, Stockton, CA
Registered Nurse (Supervising Registered Nurse II)
2018 —2023
Coordinated building coverages and RN assignment calendars to ensure efficient staff allocation and patient care. Reviewed and approved staff meal ticket claims while driving accuracy and adherence to facility guidelines. Assessed RN assignments regularly to optimize workload distribution and respond to unit acuity changes. Promoted staff engagement with updated nursing policies and procedures, facilitating continuous education and compliance. Conducted thorough checkups of medical and nursing flags, operational reports, and incomplete tasks in the QM Portal while offering guidance to staff for resolving complex flags and deficiencies.
●Enhanced the quality of patient care and staff competency by recruiting and training mental health nurses.
●Minimized errors and improved staff satisfaction by streamlining the process of reviewing and approving meal tickets.
●Implemented a systematic approach to workload distribution, resulting in a highly balanced and efficient nursing team.
●Keep updated with the latest nursing policies and procedures by fostering a culture of continuous learning and encouraging staff.
Registered Nurse (Shift Lead / Charge Nurse)
2015 — 2018
Directed and evaluated nursing staff performance to enable full compliance with nursing standards and facility policies. Counseled staff on performance issues, focusing on building an atmosphere of clinical excellence and innovation. Maintained a safe, secure, and clean unit environment. Facilitated thorough, accurate nursing documentation and formulated individualized nursing care plans in alignment with patients' master treatment plans. Partnered with treatment teams to tailor patient care strategies.
●Steered end-to-end facets of multiple medical and mental health units for over five years.
●Enhanced patient care by integrating individualized nursing plans with comprehensive treatment strategies.
●Streamlined documentation processes, leading to optimal accuracy and efficiency in patient records management.
●Promoted a culture of continuous improvement, contributing to staff competencies and performance development.
Sutter Health Hospital, Sacramento, CA
Registered Nurse (Charge Nurse)
2010 — 2015
Coordinated companywide healthcare team efforts to deliver high-quality patient care while ensuring efficient assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of care plans. Administered medications via various routes, monitored patient responses, and presented timely reports on adverse reactions. Educated patients on surgical procedures, post-treatment care, and management of illnesses and injuries. Maintained detailed records of medical information, vital signs, and care administered. Operated and maintained specialized medical equipment, interpreting electronic displays to initiate appropriate corrective actions. Headed bedside care for medical and psychiatric patients, including pre-and post-operative states. Rendered high-level support to physicians during examinations and treatments, prepared necessary equipment, and responded to emergencies following nursing standards. Led discharge planning by employing practical time management skills.
●Fostered patient engagement in activities tailored to their interests.
●Maintained oversight of child / adolescent and adult units for over five years.
●Developed and rolled out patient education plans that improved patient understanding and adherence to treatment regimens.
●Guided patient well-being by providing in-depth physical and mental care, including hygiene, diet, and psychological support.
●Advised and involved families in the care process, empowering them to support the patient's recovery and therapy.
Education
Master of Science in Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Herzing University, Milwaukee, WI
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Western Governor University, Millcreek, UT
Associate Degree in Nursing
Western Career College, Sacramento, CA
Associate's Degree in Science
American River College, Sacramento, CA
Licenses & Certificates
California Registered Nurse License
Current CPR / BLS
Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
Public Health Nurse Certificate
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner – ANCC Board Certified
CA Board of RN PMHNP License
CA Board of RN PMHNP Furnishing
Professional Affiliations
Active Member – American Nursing Association
National Association of Psychiatry Mental Health Nurse Practitioners
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