Erik Langner
Crystal Lake
Summary
Knowledgeable psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with background in inpatient psychiatric care. Demonstrated ability to handle complex patient cases, contributing to improved patient outcomes through compassionate and evidence-based care. Proven skills in crisis intervention and patient assessment, consistently ensuring safe and therapeutic environment. Looking for employment with the aim of providing first-class and safe patient care.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Dr. H.P. Langner psychiatry
Saint Charles
11.2025 - Current
- Full-time assesses, diagnoses, and treats mental health/substance use disorders by providing therapy (individual, group, family), prescribing and managing medications, conducting physical/psychosocial assessments, offering counseling, coordinating care with other providers, and providing education for patients and families across the lifespan. Their duties blend nursing care with advanced medical practices, focusing on holistic, patient-centered treatment plans.
- Geode Health is a mental healthcare provider offering integrated, accessible psychiatry and therapy for children and adults, featuring both in-person and virtual options, multidisciplinary teams, and accepting major insurance, focusing on comprehensive, affordable, and holistic treatment for conditions like depression, anxiety, and trauma through a unified approach.
Inpatient Psychiatric Nurse
Northwestern Medicine
07.2023 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure safety and treatment effectiveness.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.
- Conducted mental health assessments to evaluate patients’ conditions and determine appropriate interventions.
- Educated patients and families on mental health issues, treatment options, and coping strategies.
- Utilized electronic health record systems for accurate documentation of patient information and care activities.
- Implemented therapeutic activities to promote emotional well-being and facilitate recovery in inpatient settings.
Inpatient Psychiatric Nurse
Ascension St. Alexius Hospital
01.2021 - Current
- Recorded comprehensive patient histories and coordinated treatment plans with multi-disciplinary team members.
- Collaborated with prescribing professionals to get patients necessary medications.
- Handled vital sign monitoring, medication administration and patient behavior assessments.
- Monitored patients prescribed psychotropic medications to assess medications’ effectiveness and side effects.
Office Assistant
H.P. Langner
01.2010 - 08.2020
- Greeted visitors or callers to handle questions or direct to appropriate staff.
- Organized files, developed spreadsheets, faxed reports and scanned documents to bolster organizational workflow.
- Collected payments, issued receipts and updated accounts to reflect new balances.
- Maintained business records by updating customer information.
Education
Master of Science - Psychology Nurse Practitioner
Northern Kentucky University
Newport, KYBachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Downers Grove, ILBachelor of Science - Criminology
Southern Illinois University Carbondale
Carbondale, ILSkills
- Clinical documentation
- De-escalation techniques
- Good work ethic
- Intake and discharge
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
- Organization
- Patient safety
- Psychiatric assessment
- Reliability
- Reliable & trustworthy
Certification
- Licensed Advanced Practicing Nurse
- Licensed Registered Nurse
- Board Certified Nurse Practitioner
Timeline
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Dr. H.P. Langner psychiatry
11.2025 - Current
Inpatient Psychiatric Nurse
Northwestern Medicine
07.2023 - Current
Inpatient Psychiatric Nurse
Ascension St. Alexius Hospital
01.2021 - Current
Office Assistant
H.P. Langner
01.2010 - 08.2020
Master of Science - Psychology Nurse Practitioner
Northern Kentucky University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Bachelor of Science - Criminology
Southern Illinois University Carbondale