Shabana Pirwani

Compassionate and detail-oriented Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) seeking to provide high-quality, evidence-based mental health care to diverse patient populations. Committed to comprehensive psychiatric evaluation, accurate diagnosis, and individualized treatment planning, including medication management and supportive therapy. Dedicated to improving patient outcomes through a holistic, patient-centered approach, strong clinical judgment, and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.

Eager to contribute to a dynamic mental health practice while continuing to grow clinically and professionally.

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner - Turnwell- South Texas Mental Health Associates - Corpus Christi, Texas

(2026-06)

• Psychiatric evaluations and DSM-5 diagnosis
• Medication management and psychopharmacology
• Treatment planning and care coordination
• Crisis intervention and suicide risk assessment
• Outpatient and telepsychiatry care delivery
• Inpatient psychiatric stabilization
• Patient education and supportive/CBT-informed therapy
• EHR documentation and interdisciplinary collaboration

Registered Nurse - Corpus Christi Medical Center, Bayview Behavioral Health - Corpus Christi, Texas

(2022-02 - 2026-06)

• Perform the role of nurse, charge nurse, and supervisor in adult, adolescent, and geriatric behavioral health units
• Able to deal with crisis situations and work as a team player to effectively manage behavioral health emergencies
• Also, I can process with the client and de-escalate the situation using verbal de-escalation techniques
• Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians
• Monitored patient conditions and reported changes to the healthcare team
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans

Registered Nurse - Christus Spohn Hospital, South - Corpus Christi, Texas

(2021-06 - 2022-10)

Perform the role of bedside nurse in the Medical-Surgical Unit, mainly with post-operative care of patients after orthopedic, GI, obstetrics and gynecology, and general surgeries. Employee of Avant Health Care Professionals

Registered Nurse - Virginia Gay Hospital - Vinton, IA

(2019-11 - 2021-06)

Perform the role of bedside nurse and charge nurse in the ED and Acute care setting at a critical access hospital. Provide care in coordination with a multidisciplinary team based within and outside the hospital. Able to assess patients, identify critical situations, and intervene accordingly. Provide patient care based on evidence-based practice and within available resources. Employee of Avant Health Care Professionals

Registered Nurse & Clinical Nurse Educator - Sheikh Khalifa Medical City - Abu Dhabi, UAE

(2015-08 - 2019-09)

Served as RN and Interim Nurse Educator at a 123-bedded psychiatric department in a government hospital in the UAE. Performed bedside nursing care for patients with diverse behavioral health issues. Effectively handled difficult situations in coordination with a multidisciplinary team, including psychiatrists, psychologists, RNs, social workers, therapists, and law enforcement officers.

Actively participated in the development and implementation of individual treatment plans for patients with a broad range of mental health issues. Ensured that doctors' orders were effectively carried out, including testing, medical procedures, medication, consultations, and therapeutic treatments.

• Performed the role of Interim Nurse Educator
• Served as Link nurse for Employee Health & Safety
• Link Nurse for Pain management
• Worked as a preceptor for new nurses
• Participated in maintaining the quality board of the unit
• Responded to numerous volatile situations, violent outbreaks, and medical emergencies
• Completed competencies and training in physical and non-physical management of aggression and violence, taking care of patients with self-harm and suicidal behavior, procedural sedation, electroconvulsive therapy, and psychopharmacology
• AHA-certified instructor for BLS

Training Center Coordinator & AHA Instructor for BLS, ACLS, PALS - Infinity Medical Services - Abu Dhabi, UAE

(2014-10 - 2015-06)

Coordinate with the American Heart Association regional office; arrange basic and advanced life support training for doctors, nurses, and allied health groups, as well as CME courses.

• Plan and schedule courses
• Conducted basic and advanced life support training as lead instructor
• Prepare and submit course reports
• Monitor quality of training by performing audits

Nurse Instructor - The Aga Khan University Hospital - Pakistan

(2013-08 - 2014-08)

Responsible for planning and arranging orientation for registered nurses, nurse aids, and receptionists. Also conducted in-service training and life support courses.

• Participated in policy review and formulation
• Organize workshop and compile report
• Participated in a continuous quality improvement project

Clinical Nurse Instructor - The Aga Khan University Hospital - Pakistan

(2011-10 - 2013-07)

Taken care of more than 120 staff, including RN, nurse aid, and receptionist at the 140-bedded Emergency department of a tertiary care hospital. Ensure staff competencies are up to date; plan and orient novice nurses to the department; monitor and analyze incident trends; and participate in performance improvement projects. Collaborate with the physician and other health care professionals.

Critical Care Nurse - The Aga Khan University Hospital - Pakistan

(2006-11 - 2011-09)

Worked as a bedside nurse at a 140-bedded 24/7 ED, completed required competencies that include medication management, procedural sedation, and IV cannulation of the adult and pediatric populations.

• Worked as a team leader
• Performed the role of patient care coordinator
• Assumed the role of infection control link nurse, performed audits, and conducted on-spot education
• Manage patients of all age groups with diverse medical and surgical emergencies and trauma cases

Master of Science in Nursing - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) - Walden University (2026-02)

Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing - Aga Khan University School of Nursing & Midwifery (2011)

Diploma in Nursing - Nursing - Aga Khan University School of Nursing & Midwifery (2006)