Wislaine Cajou

Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with more than 18 years of progressive healthcare experience providing evidence-based, patient-centered care across acute care, progressive care, medical-surgical, neurological, cardiac, and long-term care environments. Advanced clinical preparation includes comprehensive psychiatric evaluation, differential diagnosis, psychopharmacologic management, psychotherapy, crisis intervention, suicide risk assessment, and individualized treatment planning for patients across the lifespan. Committed to delivering culturally responsive, trauma-informed psychiatric care while promoting recovery, resilience, patient safety, and long-term treatment success.

Recognized for combining strong clinical judgment with compassionate patient advocacy while collaborating with physicians, therapists, social workers, nurses, and interdisciplinary healthcare teams to optimize treatment outcomes. Skilled in developing therapeutic relationships, educating patients and families, coordinating continuity of care, and utilizing evidence-based practices to improve mental health, emotional wellness, and overall quality of life.

Registered Nurse – Multi-System Progressive Care Unit - AdventHealth Winter Park - Winter Park, FL

(2022-06)

• Deliver comprehensive nursing care for medically complex patients requiring continuous assessment and advanced clinical intervention
• Perform comprehensive patient assessments while identifying changes in condition and initiating appropriate clinical responses
• Coordinate interdisciplinary care with physicians, pharmacists, therapists, and case management teams
• Administer complex medication regimens while ensuring patient safety and adherence to evidence-based standards
• Educate patients and families regarding disease management, discharge planning, medications, and ongoing healthcare needs
• Monitor cardiac rhythms, laboratory values, and clinical indicators supporting timely medical intervention
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation while ensuring regulatory compliance and continuity of care

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Clinical Practicum - Walk In Family Psychiatry

(2024-01 - 2025-12)

• Conducted comprehensive psychiatric evaluations for children, adolescents, adults, and older adults presenting with a broad spectrum of behavioral health conditions
• Performed mental status examinations and formulated differential diagnoses utilizing DSM-5-TR diagnostic criteria
• Developed individualized treatment plans integrating medication management, psychotherapy recommendations, and supportive interventions
• Participated in psychopharmacologic evaluations while monitoring medication effectiveness, side effects, and treatment response
• Managed patients diagnosed with anxiety disorders, depressive disorders, ADHD, PTSD, bipolar disorders, insomnia, and substance use disorders
• Completed suicide risk assessments, crisis evaluations, and individualized safety planning
• Delivered patient and family education regarding diagnoses, medications, treatment expectations, and relapse prevention strategies
• Collaborated with supervising providers and interdisciplinary healthcare professionals to coordinate comprehensive behavioral healthcare services

Registered Nurse – Cardiac Progressive Care Unit - AdventHealth Waterman - Waterman, FL

(2021-01 - 2022-06)

• Provided specialized nursing care for patients experiencing acute and chronic cardiovascular conditions
• Monitored telemetry, assessed patient responses to treatment, and collaborated with physicians to optimize clinical outcomes
• Coordinated discharge planning and patient education promoting successful recovery following hospitalization
• Delivered evidence-based interventions supporting cardiac stabilization and ongoing disease management

Registered Nurse – Bariatric Surgical Unit - Orlando Health - Orlando, FL

(2020-04 - 2022-06)

• Delivered comprehensive preoperative and postoperative nursing care for bariatric surgery patients
• Assessed patient progress, monitored recovery, and provided education regarding treatment plans, nutrition, and long-term health maintenance
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to promote positive surgical outcomes

Registered Nurse – Neuro-Surgical Progressive Care Unit - AdventHealth Orlando - Orlando, FL

(2016-08 - 2020-04)

• Provided specialized nursing care for neurological and neurosurgical patients requiring complex clinical management
• Conducted neurological assessments while monitoring postoperative recovery and recognizing changes requiring immediate intervention
• Coordinated multidisciplinary treatment plans supporting safe patient recovery

Licensed Practical Nurse - Fern Park Developmental Care - Fern Park, FL

(2009-10 - 2016-07)

• Delivered direct nursing care for residents requiring long-term medical and supportive services
• Administered medications, monitored patient conditions, and documented clinical observations
• Collaborated with physicians and nursing staff to implement individualized care plans while promoting patient dignity and quality of life

Master of Science in Nursing - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner - Purdue Global University (2026-05)

Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Valencia College (2019-05)

Associate Degree in Nursing - Valencia College (2016-05)

Practical Nursing Diploma - Orlando Technical College (2005-05)