Jonea Ellis
East Jefferson General Hospital Health
New Orleans
1
Certification
5
years of professional experience
Experienced Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner specializing in psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and crisis intervention. Develops personalized care plans and utilizes therapeutic communication to enhance patient outcomes. Committed to evidence-based practices and professional development to deliver effective mental health care in varied clinical environments.
Work History
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
1 Year 7 Months- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatment strategies to optimize therapeutic outcomes.
- Developed individualized treatment plans based on evidence-based practices and patient collaboration.
- Educated patients on non-medical techniques to reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety.
- Monitors patient progress and adjusts treatment strategies to enhance therapeutic outcomes.
- Educates patients on non-medical techniques to alleviate symptoms of depression and anxiety.
- Documented medications administered to ensure compliance with healthcare provider instructions.
- Conducted comprehensive psychiatric evaluations to assess patient needs and treatment options.
Psychiatric Charge Nurse PRN
3 Years 7 Months- Supervised nursing staff to ensure adherence to patient care protocols, resulting in improved treatment quality.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses for safety and effectiveness.
- Facilitated crisis interventions during acute psychiatric episodes, effectively maintaining patient safety.
- Implemented strategies minimizing restraints, promoting patient dignity and comfort.
- Provided education and support to patients and families on mental health issues.
- Performed rounds twice daily to monitor patient behavior and health conditions.
- Implemented strategies that minimized restraints, fostering patient dignity and comfort.
ICU Stepdown Charge Nurse
1 Year 8 Months- Supervised nursing staff to ensure adherence to hospital protocols and enhance patient care quality.
- Implemented evidence-based nursing protocols to improve patient outcomes and reduce complications.
- Directed unit staff to deliver high-quality care tailored to patient needs.
- Supervised nursing staff ensuring compliance with hospital protocols and patient care.
- Managed patient admissions, transfers, and discharges efficiently.
- Coordinated patient admissions, discharges, and transfers to maintain efficient unit flow and resource allocation.
- Led multidisciplinary team meetings to align care strategies and enhance patient safety in ICU stepdown unit.
- Coordinated patient admissions, discharges, and transfers to optimize unit workflow and resource utilization.
- Educated patients and families on health management strategies.
Education
Master of Science - PMHNP
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Skills
Psychiatric assessment
Diagnosis
Medication management
Mental health literacy
Mental health education
Crisis intervention
Assessment
Interpersonal skills
Collaboration
Communication
Certification
BLS, ACLS, PALS, NIHSS,
PMHNP license: Texas, Louisiana, Utah, California, New York
BSN, RN License: Multistate, California, New York
Timeline
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Uplift
01.2025 - CurrentRead More
Psychiatric Charge Nurse PRN
East Jefferson General Hospital Health
01.2023 - CurrentRead More
ICU Stepdown Charge Nurse
University Medical Hospital
05.2021 - 01.2023Read More
Southern University and A&M College
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
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Spring Arbor University
Master of Science from PMHNP
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