Elizabeth Gage
New Orleans,LA
Summary
Psychiatric-Nurse Practitioner with extensive experience in providing high-quality psychiatric care and treatment. Proven history of delivering compassionate and comprehensive mental health services to diverse patient populations. Recognized for strong collaboration with healthcare teams and dedication to holistic patient well-being. Known for flexibility and adaptability in dynamic clinical environments, ensuring effective care delivery.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Tulane University - Campus Health
04.2023 - Current
- Conducted thorough psychiatric evaluations to accurately diagnose mental health conditions and inform appropriate treatment decisions.
- Maintained comprehensive, accurate, and timely electronic health records to support ongoing assessment and treatment planning efforts.
- Utilized telehealth technologies as necessary to provide remote consultations while ensuring adequate patient monitoring during periods of distance-based care.
- Improved care continuity by effectively collaborating with interdisciplinary team members and maintaining clear communication.
- Developed strong therapeutic alliances with patients through active listening skills and empathic understanding of their personal experiences.
- Increased patient satisfaction through providing compassionate, holistic care and addressing the unique concerns of each individual.
- Implemented culturally sensitive care approaches when working with diverse patient populations to ensure equitable access to quality mental healthcare services.
- Provided crisis intervention services as needed to stabilize patients experiencing acute distress or at risk for harm to self or others.
Owner/Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Gage Holistic Psychiatry
03.2023 - Current
- Completed Psychiatry Redefined Functional and Integrative Psychiatry Fellowship.
- Increased access to high quality, holistic, and personalized psychiatric care for underresourced and diverse populations.
- Conducted thorough psychiatric evaluations to accurately diagnose mental health conditions and inform appropriate treatment decisions.
- Maintained comprehensive, accurate, and timely electronic health records to support ongoing assessment and treatment planning efforts.
- Utilized telehealth technologies as necessary to provide remote consultations while ensuring adequate patient monitoring during periods of distance-based care.
- Streamlined medication management processes by regularly reviewing prescriptions for effectiveness, potential interactions, and side effects.
- Developed strong therapeutic alliances with patients through active listening skills and empathic understanding of their personal experiences.
- Implemented culturally sensitive care approaches when working with diverse patient populations to ensure equitable access to quality mental healthcare services.
Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
CrescentCare (FQHC)
10.2018 - 02.2023
- Provided high quality patient-centered and integrated care for adult patients experiencing psychiatric illness.
- Developed behavioral health triage and psychiatric referral process to manage high volume need.
- Provided consultation to primary care team.
- Attended weekly case conferencing sessions to ensure best practices and close collaboration with integrated care team.
- Collaborated with case management to address psychosocial needs of patients.
Registered Nurse
Spring Harbor Hospital – Adult Psychiatric Unit
10.2017 - 08.2018
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying care team and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
Registered Nurse
Milestone Recovery – Inpatient Drug & Alcohol Detox Unit
08.2016 - 08.2018
- Streamlined admission processes by efficiently assessing incoming patients, gathering relevant medical history information, and initiating appropriate treatment protocols.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Coordinated discharge planning activities for successful transition from detox programs into other levels of care or community-based resources.
Clinical Public Health Nurse
Department of Health & Human Services, CDC
09.2013 - 05.2016
- Thoroughly assessed newly arrived refugees, reviewed past medical history, referred to appropriate medical and mental health service providers, and oriented clients to United States health care system.
- Provided medication management for clients with Tuberculosis infection and latent Tuberculosis infection, completed contact investigations related to TB cases, and conducted population-based TST and vaccine clinics to at risk groups.
- Visited homes to determine patient and family needs.
- Assessed and responded to individual and community health education needs.
- Supported individuals living with chronic illnesses by providing self-management education and connecting them with appropriate resources.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing: Family Psychiatric-Mental Health NP
University of Southern Maine
Portland, ME05.2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Maryland
Baltimore, MD05.2013
Bachelor of Arts - International Development Studies
McGill University
Montreal, QC05.2006
Licensure And Certification
- ANCC Board Certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
- Psychiatric – Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Louisiana
- Registered Nurse, Multistate, Louisiana
- DEA License, Louisiana
- Psychiatric – Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Montana
- DEA License, Montana
Timeline
Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Tulane University - Campus Health
04.2023 - Current
Owner/Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Gage Holistic Psychiatry
03.2023 - Current
Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
CrescentCare (FQHC)
10.2018 - 02.2023
Registered Nurse
Spring Harbor Hospital – Adult Psychiatric Unit
10.2017 - 08.2018
Registered Nurse
Milestone Recovery – Inpatient Drug & Alcohol Detox Unit
08.2016 - 08.2018
Clinical Public Health Nurse
Department of Health & Human Services, CDC
09.2013 - 05.2016
Master of Science - Nursing: Family Psychiatric-Mental Health NP
University of Southern Maine
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Maryland
Bachelor of Arts - International Development Studies
McGill University
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