Kimm

Dual-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) and Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) with more than 25 years of advanced practice nursing experience. Extensive clinical background in psychiatric-mental health care and family medicine, with experience providing comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, diagnostic assessments, psychopharmacologic treatment, medication management, crisis intervention, and long-term patient care. Experienced in multi-state telehealth delivery and the management of complex psychiatric conditions, including schizoaffective disorder, severe depression, bipolar disorder, and mood instability.

Demonstrated commitment to evidence-based practice, interdisciplinary collaboration, patient advocacy, clinical quality improvement, and compassionate care across the lifespan.

Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner at ETBHN (2022-04 – Present)

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and diagnostic assessments.
• Develop individualized, evidence-based treatment plans based on psychiatric presentation, clinical history, and patient needs.
• Provide psychopharmacologic treatment and ongoing medication management.
• Review medications for effectiveness, interactions, adverse effects, and continued clinical appropriateness.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare professionals to coordinate psychiatric and medical care.
• Provide patient and family education regarding diagnoses, medications, treatment options, and continuity of care.
• Participate in crisis intervention and stabilization when clinically indicated.
• Utilize telehealth technology to provide remote psychiatric consultation and follow-up services.
• Maintain comprehensive, accurate, and timely electronic health records.
• Participate in clinical quality improvement and patient-safety initiatives.

Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner at Iris Telehealth (2018-04 – 2022-04)

• Delivered psychiatric services through telehealth technology.
• Conducted psychiatric evaluations and developed individualized treatment plans.
• Provided psychopharmacologic treatment and medication management.
• Evaluated medication effectiveness, potential interactions, adverse effects, and treatment response.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to promote continuity of care.
• Provided crisis intervention and psychiatric assessment when indicated.
• Educated patients and families regarding psychiatric diagnoses and treatment.
• Coordinated transitions of care and discharge planning with other healthcare professionals.
• Maintained timely and accurate electronic clinical documentation.
• Participated in quality improvement activities supporting clinical efficiency, safety, and service delivery.

Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner at Journey To New Beginnings (2016-03 – 2018-03)

• Performed psychiatric assessments and evaluations.
• Developed comprehensive treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs.
• Managed psychiatric medications and monitored clinical response.
• Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to coordinate treatment.
• Provided patient and family education and support.
• Participated in crisis intervention and care-transition planning.
• Maintained accurate clinical documentation and supported quality improvement initiatives.
• Advocated for patients and access to appropriate behavioral health resources.

Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner at State of Mississippi (2005-02 – 2016-02)

• Conducted comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and diagnostic assessments.
• Developed and implemented evidence-based psychiatric treatment plans.
• Provided medication management and monitored treatment effectiveness.
• Participated in crisis intervention and stabilization services.
• Provided psychotherapy services as documented in the employment record.
• Coordinated treatment with medical and behavioral health professionals.
• Provided education and support to patients and families.
• Mentored nursing students and newly hired staff.
• Led training and professional-development activities for nursing personnel.
• Participated in clinical quality and patient-safety initiatives.
• Maintained comprehensive clinical documentation and advocated for patient rights.

Family Nurse Practitioner at Mettetal Family Medicine (1999-07 – 2005-02)

• Provided comprehensive primary healthcare across the lifespan.
• Performed physical assessments and evaluated acute and chronic health conditions.
• Developed individualized, evidence-based treatment plans.
• Provided health promotion, disease prevention, patient education, and counseling.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare professionals in chronic disease management.
• Coordinated follow-up care and specialty referrals.
• Provided mental health assessment and support within the primary-care setting.
• Participated in community outreach activities to improve healthcare access.
• Served as a preceptor for nursing students.
• Contributed to clinical quality improvement and efficient practice operations.

Registered Nurse at Various Mississippi Hospitals (1995 – 1999)

Acute Clinical Care / Hospital Environments

• Provided direct bedside nursing care in acute clinical settings.
• Administered medications and monitored patient response.
• Performed ongoing clinical assessments.
• Provided patient education and advocacy.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to support safe and effective patient care.

Master of Science in Nursing in Psychiatric Family Nurse Practitioner – University of Mississippi, School of Nursing (2008-05)

Master of Science in Nursing in Family Nurse Practitioner – University of Mississippi, School of Nursing (1999-05)

Bachelor of Science in Nursing – University of Mississippi, School of Nursing (1997-05)

Associate of Science in Nursing – Northwest Mississippi Community College (1995-08)