Board-Certified PMHNP

TERICKA MILLER, PMHNP-BC, MSN, RN

Lanham, MD • 731-***-**** • *************@*****.***

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with high-acuity behavioral health and emergency nursing experience, including outpatient psychiatric clinical training, emergency psychiatric crisis stabilization, inpatient behavioral health leadership as a nurse educator, and prior community mental health experience working with at-risk youth and families. Experienced managing patients with ADHD, mood disorders, psychotic disorders, and substance use disorders across the lifespan. Skilled in psychiatric assessment, psychopharmacology, counseling, crisis intervention, interdisciplinary treatment planning, and patient education. Dedicated to delivering comprehensive, evidence-based psychiatric care with a strong focus on medication management, therapeutic engagement, and patient-centered treatment planning.

LICENSURE & CERTIFICATIONS

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) – ANCC

Registered Nurse (RN), Maryland & District of Columbia

Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN), Maryland

Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)

Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Nonviolent Crisis Intervention

Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) – Instructor & Course Director

EDUCATION

Wilkes University – Wilkes-Barre, PA

Post-Master’s Certificate, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner • 2025

Chamberlain University – Addison, IL

Master of Science in Nursing • 2024

Tidewater Community College – Portsmouth, VA

Associate Degree in Nursing • 2011

University of Tennessee at Chattanooga – Chattanooga, TN

Bachelor of Science in Psychology • 2005

PMHNP CLINICAL EXPERIENCE

Washington Medical Clinic – PMHNP Student Provider

2024–2025 500 Clinical Hours (50 Pediatric)

Conducted comprehensive psychiatric evaluations across the lifespan under supervision

Assisted with diagnosis and management of various mental health diagnoses including ADHD, major depressive disorder, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and substance use disorders

Participated in psychopharmacologic management, medication monitoring, and treatment planning

Performed suicide risk assessments, crisis interventions, and safety planning

Provided psychoeducation and therapeutic support to patients and families

Collaborated with interdisciplinary providers to support continuity of outpatient psychiatric care

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Luminis Health – Doctors Community Medical Center

Nurse Educator, Behavioral Health Unit • September 2024 – Present

Lead behavioral health education and competency validation for inpatient staff

Facilitate and support therapeutic group sessions in collaboration with the treatment team

Participate in interdisciplinary treatment team meetings to support patient-centered care planning

Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to optimize patient outcomes

Educate staff on de-escalation techniques, restraint/seclusion protocols and patient safety standards

Conduct chart audits and quality improvement initiatives to support regulatory compliance

Howard University Hospital (Level I Trauma Center) – Washington, DC

Emergency Department Registered Nurse (Charge Nurse) • 2023 – Present

Serve as charge nurse in a high-volume Level I trauma center managing high-acuity medical and psychiatric emergencies

Perform rapid assessment and crisis stabilization for patients presenting with suicidal ideation, psychosis, agitation, and substance-related conditions

Coordinate care with interdisciplinary team to support safe patient management and disposition

Provide leadership and clinical support during emergency and behavioral health crises

Teach Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) classes to support trauma education and staff competency

University of Maryland Capital Region Health (Level II Trauma Center) – Largo, MD

Emergency Department / Behavioral Health Nurse • 2013 – 2022

Delivered emergency and behavioral health care in a Level II trauma center with high-acuity patient populations

Managed psychiatric crises utilizing evidence-based de-escalation and safety interventions

Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate psychiatric evaluations and patient disposition

Served as hospital liaison for MIEMSS to support emergency medical services coordination

Conducted TNCC classes as Course Director and Instructor to promote trauma education and clinical excellence

Providence Hospital – Washington, DC

Emergency Department Nurse • 2012 – 2016

Provided emergency nursing care in a fast-paced emergency department environment

Managed acute medical and psychiatric presentations across the lifespan

Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to deliver holistic, patient-centered care

The Up Center – Portsmouth, VA

In-Home Clinician / Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) • 2006 – 2011

Conducted in-home behavioral health assessments for at-risk youth and families

Performed initial assessments, provided DSM-IV diagnoses and developed individualized treatment plans based on patient and family needs

Provided individual and family counseling focused on emotional regulation, coping skills, social skills, and family stabilization

Delivered case management services and connected families with community resources and support services

Collaborated with psychologists and psychiatrists for evaluations, medication evaluations, and ongoing behavioral health management

Participated in meetings with social services, legal personnel, and judges to present patient progress and treatment recommendations

Worked to strengthen parental capabilities and improve family functioning to reduce risk of out-of-home placement

Supported crisis intervention and development of individualized service plans aimed at maintaining children safely within the home environment

CORE CLINICAL SKILLS

Psychiatric Evaluation & Diagnosis (DSM-5-TR)

Psychopharmacology & Medication Management

Outpatient Psychiatry

Crisis Intervention & Stabilization

Suicide & Violence Risk Assessment

Therapeutic Communication

Individual & Family Counseling

Interdisciplinary Treatment Planning

Group Therapy Support

Trauma-Informed Care

Patient & Family Education

Case Management & Community Resource Coordination

CLINICAL INTERESTS

ADHD • Mood Disorders • Psychotic Disorders • Substance Use Disorders • Child & Adolescent Psychiatry • Outpatient Psychiatry

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