Dherby Georges-Ramdeen

Board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with over 7 years of psychiatric provider experience delivering outpatient psychiatric care, crisis intervention, and community-based treatment for adults with serious and persistent mental illness. Skilled in psychiatric evaluation, DSM-5 diagnosis, psychopharmacologic management, and multidisciplinary care coordination. Extensive experience working in outpatient behavioral health clinics and Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) programs serving complex and underserved populations.

Proven ability to manage chronic psychiatric conditions, including mood disorders, psychotic disorders, trauma-related disorders, and substance use disorders through evidence-based pharmacologic and therapeutic approaches. Recognized for clinical excellence and leadership, including Staff of the Year (2024) at McIntosh Trail Community Service Board.

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner - McIntosh Trail Community Service Board (CSB) - Griffin, Georgia

(2018-01)

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and diagnostic assessments for adult patients (ages 18+) using DSM-5 criteria.
• Diagnose and treat psychiatric conditions, including major depressive disorder, bipolar disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, PTSD, schizophrenia spectrum disorders, and substance use disorders.
• Provide ongoing medication management, including initiation, titration, and monitoring of psychotropic medications.
• Deliver patient-centered care utilizing trauma-informed and recovery-oriented approaches.
• Provide psychoeducation and supportive therapy to improve medication adherence and treatment outcomes.
• Evaluate patients for the appropriate level of care, including crisis stabilization and involuntary commitment when clinically indicated.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation, including psychiatric evaluations, treatment plans, and progress notes within electronic health record systems.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary treatment teams, including psychiatrists, therapists, nurses, case managers, and vocational specialists.
• Serve as primary psychiatric provider within multidisciplinary ACT team for individuals with serious and persistent mental illness (SPMI).
• Conduct community-based psychiatric evaluations and medication management.
• Perform home visits and field-based assessments to provide psychiatric care to high-risk individuals.
• Manage complex psychotropic medication regimens, including monitoring for adverse effects and treatment response.
• Provide crisis intervention and rapid stabilization for patients experiencing psychiatric decompensation.
• Educate patients and families regarding medication adherence and relapse prevention.
• Contribute to the reduction of emergency department visits and psychiatric hospitalizations through proactive care planning.

Registered Nurse – Intensive Care Unit - Emory University Hospital - Atlanta, Georgia

(2016-01 - 2018-12)

• Provided critical care nursing in neuro, cardiac, and medical intensive care units.
• Monitored patients requiring complex hemodynamic and neurological monitoring.
• Collaborated with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to coordinate treatment plans.
• Administered medications and responded to emergent clinical situations.
• Participated in patient and family education regarding treatment plans and recovery expectations.

Registered Nurse – Intensive Care Unit - Wellstar Spalding Regional Hospital - Griffin, Georgia

(2012-01 - 2018-12)

• Delivered bedside critical care nursing for medically complex patients.
• Managed admissions, discharges, and medication administration.
• Coordinated patient care with physicians and multidisciplinary clinical teams.

Post-Master's Certificate - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner - Georgia College & State University (2023-12)

Master of Science in Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner - Walden University (2017-05)

Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing - Excelsior College (2014-05)

Associate in Applied Science - Nursing - Helene Fuld College of Nursing (2006-05)