Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
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Aloys Tenkiang is a Cameroonian-American Nurse Practitioner with extensive experience in diverse cultural contexts. Passionate about administering care, Aloys is especially dedicated to addressing the rising mental health needs in the U.S. He brings a wealth of experience in clinical assessments, treatment planning, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to ensure high standards of patient care.
Professional Experience
Clear Mind Health Services
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
May 2022 – Present (Full-Time, 40 hours/week)
Conduct clinical assessments, examinations, and evaluations for patients seeking outpatient psychiatric care.
Collect comprehensive patient histories to integrate mental health treatment with existing conditions and treatments.
Formulate and document therapeutic treatment plans based on clinical findings.
Recommend and order appropriate laboratory work, diagnostic studies, medications, and psychotherapy protocols.
Collaborate with patients, counselors, families, and primary care and nursing staff to facilitate high standards of care.
Perry Point VA Outpatient Clinic
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
January 2022 – Present (Part-Time, 36 hours/week)
Assess, diagnose, and develop treatment plans for individuals with mental health or substance use disorders.
Apply therapeutic activities, including prescribing medication and administering psychotherapy.
Collaborate with medical and mental health providers to ensure optimal patient care.
Maintain accurate patient records in accordance with VA standards.
Develop strategies for mental health prevention and treatment in an outpatient setting.
VA Maryland Health Care System, 365B Psychosocial Rehabilitation
Charge Nurse/Staff Nurse
May 2018 – January 2022
Provided direct patient care for 39 patients in need of psychosocial rehabilitation.
Taught emotional, cognitive, and social skills to help patients live and work independently.
Conducted comprehensive assessments, administered medication, and assisted with housing and work relationships.
Perry Point VA Medical Center, 364 Acute and Sustained Psychiatric Unit
Charge Nurse/Staff Nurse
October 2010 – May 2018
Functioned as primary care nurse for 1-2 patients in acute and 10-15 patients in sustained psychiatric settings.
Responsible for assessment, diagnosis, treatment, management, and education for patients with acute and chronic mental health issues.
Conducted thorough assessments and devised effective interventions for patients with various psychiatric conditions.
Perry Point VA Medical Center
Charge Nurse/Staff Nurse
October 2008 – October 2010
Allocated daily staffing assignments for 6-7 staff nurses and GNAs.
Assessed, treated, and monitored patient care for veterans with chronic illnesses and mental health comorbidities.
Developed a teaching project on heart-healthy diets and championed a liaison role for the restraint committee.
Christiana Care Riverside Transitional Care
RN Unit Manager
August 2007 – October 2008
Provided leadership and strategic direction to a team of over 25 nurses and ancillary staff.
Conducted routine chart audits and engaged in daily rounding to monitor staff performance.
Facilitated ongoing training for new and current nurses and initiated weekly multidisciplinary care meetings.
Union Hospital East Orange, NJ
RN Charge Nurse/Staff Nurse
April 2006 – 2007
Directed staffing and workflow processes for up to 5 nurses and 4 patient care technicians.
Collaborated with nursing staff to deliver direct patient care and communicated care needs to multidisciplinary clinicians.
Managed care and discharge planning with a focus on patient understanding of follow-up treatment.
Education
MSN, Walden University, Minneapolis, MN
May 2022
GPA: 3.41
BSN, Wilmington University, New Castle, DE
May 2014
GPA: 3.1
Associate Degree in Nursing, Union County College, Springfield, NJ
January 2006
Best Clinical Student Award
GPA: 3.2
Certifications
Psych/Mental Health NP License
Controlled Substances; Advanced Practice RN (CSR)
DEA License
Certified in Critical Care, ACLS, BLS
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