Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Donald Sortonis

*** **** ***** *****, *********, CA 9451

· 785-***-****· ***.********@*****.***

To promote health outcomes by providing safe, holistic

patient-centered and culture sensitive care within the professional

scope of practice while promoting professional knowledge and

skills and empowering patients on their health.

PROFESSIONAL PROFILE

*Current APRN license in the state of California and Kansas

*Active DEA Registration

*Current NP Furnishing Number

*Board Certified FNP with American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP)

*Board Certified PMHNP with American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)

*Registered Nurse since 2013

*Psychiatric Mental Health NP (PMHNP), completed 2024, Washburn University

*Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP), graduated 2016, Washburn University

*Bachelor of Science in Nursing, graduated 2013, Washburn University

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND

Washburn University, Topeka, Kansas May 2024

Post Master’s Degree,

Track: Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Washburn University, Topeka, Kansas December 2016

Master of Science in Nursing,

Track: Family Nurse Practitioner

Washburn University, Topeka, Kansas August 2013

Bachelor of Science in Nursing,

Emphasis: Acute care

Allen County Community College, Burlingame, Kansas May 2011

Nursing prerequisites

Ateneo de Manila University, (Philippines) June 2006

Master of Science Education (unfinished)

University of the Philippines, (Philippines) May 1998

Bachelor of Secondary Education

Major: Physics Minor: Mathematics

CLINICAL/PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

PMHNP Student Jan 2023-May 2024

Grace Mental Health Resources, Inc. Folsom, CA

Conduct thorough psychiatric evaluation to assess mental health needs

Diagnose mental health disorders according to DSM criteria.

Develop individualized treatment plans with patients, including therapy modalities and medication

management

Provide evidence-based psychotherapeutic interventions such as CBT, DBT, Motivational

Interviewing, problem solving, mindfulness and various relaxation techniques.

Prescribe psychotropic medications based on diagnosis and patient needs

Monitor medication effectiveness and adjust dose as necessary based on response, side effects and

lab work/blood levels

Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to provide a holistic care to families and patients with mental

health.

Geriatric NP May 2020-current

United Healthcare

Conduct in-home assessments including an evaluation of past medical history, review of systems,

medication reconciliation, vital signs, and comprehensive physical exam

Perform evidence-based practice screenings including point of care testing (as appropriate)

Identify diagnoses to be used in care management and active medical management in the

furtherance of treatment

Formulate a list of current and past medical conditions using clinical knowledge and judgment and

the findings of your assessment

Communicate findings in your assessment that will be used to inform member’s PCP of potential

gaps in care

Identify urgent and emergent situations and intervene appropriately

Educate members on topics such as disease process, medication, and compliance

Family Medicine NP May 2017-May 2018

Cotton O’Neal Family Medicine, Topeka, Kansas

Established and continued management of chronic conditions including but not limited to:

hypertension obesity

pain arthritis/osteoporosis

Asthma/COPD Thyroid disease

Diabetes

Dyslipidemia

Depression and anxiety

heart disease

Established diagnosis and created treatment plan following guidelines of common acute illnesses such as URI, UTIs, abdominal and pelvic pain, skin conditions, COPD and asthma exacerbations, and minor injuries such as lacerations and orthopedic conditions that involve casting and splinting and referred emergent conditions to ER if needed;

Performed comprehensive and problem-focused health history and physical examination including wellness examinations for all ages

Recommended screening and ordered laboratory testing and other diagnostic strategies for common diseases and referred patients with complex conditions to specialists when necessary;

Educated patients on health promotion and disease prevention such as smoking cessation, weight reduction, nutrition, immunization, screenings, pelvic exams, annual labs, well-exams; medication management

Recommended medications based on diagnoses, efficacy, safety, cost, and individual patient needs;

Documented and updated patient medical record using professional terminology, format and technology

Monitored labs and diagnostics and counseled and updated patients on results and outcomes

Performed procedures that include but not limited to:

simple and subQ suturing fluorescein staining

punch biopsy suture and staple removal

interpret chest X-rays, abdominal series perform and interpret peak flow

incision and drainage orthopedic evaluation

perform and interpret 12-lead EKG steroid injection

interpret spirometry

pap smear

pelvic exam

Other professional experiences as NP and RN

-Alignment Healthcare (NP) Sept 2018 – Mar 2020

-Managed chronic illnesses in the comfort of patient’s home.

-Diagnosed and treated common acute illness.

-Conducted health and home safety assessment

-Humana, Your Home Advantage (NP) April 2017 - present

Performed home risk assessments for patients with Medicare Advantage

Plans in patient’s homes.

-Kansas Juvenile Correctional Complex (NP) April 2017 - May 2017 Provided primary care as well as urgent medical needs for juvenile inmates.

-Emergency Medicine (RN) Jun 2016 – Dec 2016

Provided nursing care to patients with emergency conditions

Other experiences as student NP

-Family Medicine

Tallgrass Family Medicine, Topeka, Kansas Spring/Fall 2016

-Emergency medicine

St. Francis Emergency Department, Topeka, Kansas Fall 2016

-Urology

Cotton O’Neal Clinic, Topeka, Kansas Spring 2016

-Urgent care

Med Assist, Topeka, Kansas Fall 2015

RN Professional Experiences

Telemetry Staff RN October 2013 – October 2014

St. Francis Health Care, Topeka, Kansas July 2015 – December 2016

Emergency Department Staff RN May 2016 – December 2016

St. Francis Health Care, Topeka, Kansas

RN Case Manager (Home Health) August 2013 – September 2013

Midland Care Connection, Topeka, Kansas

Long Term Care Charge Nurse (Part-time) August 2013 – September 2013

Presbyterian Manor of Mid-America, Topeka, Kansas

Professional Secondary School Teacher August 2007 – July 2010

Topeka Public School District, Topeka, KS

SUBJECTS TAUGHT: Physics and Physical Science

KEY STRENGTHS AND SKILLS

More than 8 years of direct patient experience in various areas of ambulatory care including family

medicine, geriatrics, and mental health treating patients across the life span

Strong clinical skills enhanced by natural ability to build therapeutic relationship with patients and families

Follows most current practice guidelines blended with clinical experience, personal observation and

experience

Ensures quality of care and maintains lines of communication among members of healthcare team

LICENSURE EXAMINATION

American Nurses Credentialing Center

American Academy of Nurse Practitioners

NCLEX-RN, current RN license in Kansas

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT

Volunteers at Harvesters to distribute food and goods to hungry at Jardine Middle School, 2017

Spearheaded no-smoking campus campaign that appeared on campus publication, 2013

Women’s Correctional – participated in Health Fair, April 2013

Shawnee County Rescue Mission – Serving the Homeless, 2011-2013

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