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RACHEL AMODU

Skokie

Summary

Dedicated, versatile and patient-driven, with more than 16 years experience in healthcare field. Recently acquired DNP degree and currently practicing as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC), providing advanced nursing care for the mental health needs of individuals, families, and communities. Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

MAVA HEALTHCARE
03.2024 - Current
  • Performed intake assessment, individual treatment plan, medication management, diagnose and treat patient, psychotherapy for patients with behavioral health disorders

PROGRESSIVE PSYCHIATRY
12.2022 - 01.2024
  • Prescription, recommendation or discontinue drugs and Treatments to treat mental, emotional, or behavioral disorders in Accordance with collaborative practice agreement and state’s Nurse Practice Act

Nurse

ELGIN MENTAL HEALTH CENTRE
01.2022 - 12.2022
  • Provided patient care in mental healthcare setting and worked closely with 5 to 10 patients
  • Documented data related to patients' care, including assessment results, interventions, medications, patient responses, or treatment changes, consistently maintaining 100% accuracy in documentation and recording
  • Planned and supervised different care activities, treatment goals, and safety achievements of patients in the unit, acquiring frequent commendations from patients, and their families
  • Assessed, diagnosed, and planned care for patients, gaining a 95% overall evaluation rate for efficiency

Supervisor for the Department of Aging & DSCC Cases

NOVACARE SERVICES INC.
12.2019 - 12.2022
  • Specialized Care for medically fragile patients (at the comfort of their homes) like tracheostomy care, wound care, tube feedings, ventilator care, TPN administration, seizure disorder care, diabetes care and peritoneal dialysis
  • Also, supervised training was provided for effective members of the Department of Aging

Psychiatric Nurse Intern

CLINICAL; HOLISTIC BEHAVIORAL HEALTH & TMS
12.2020 - 11.2021
  • Worked directly under the supervision of a Psychiatrist - Performed intake assessment, individual treatment plan, medications management, diagnose and treat patient, psychotherapy for up to 10 Patients

Staff Nurse

AMITA ST. JOSEPH HOSPITAL
02.2020 - 06.2020
  • Provided acute patient care in the Psych unit; worked closely with 4 to 6 patients
  • Monitored the health and progress of patients, taking note of changes in condition and informing staff of symptoms reactions to administer/implement prompt treatment/intervention
  • Attended to family and friends of the patient, updating, and orienting them of the patient's condition, the doctor's prognosis, and planned courses of action to address concerns & eradicate apprehensions for care

RELIANCE HOMEHEALTH CAREGIVERS
02.2015 - 02.2020
  • Specialized Care for medically fragile patients (at the comfort of their homes) like tracheostomy care, wound care, tube feedings, ventilator care, TPN administration, seizure disorder care, diabetes care and peritoneal dialysis
  • Chronic and acute care for all ages, including antibiotic therapy, implementing the infection control procedures

Behavioral Health Nurse

KENWOOD HEALTHCARE CENTRE
03.2011 - 01.2015
  • Provided patient care in a mental health care setting; work closely with 10 to 12 patients
  • Consulted psychiatrist and other behavioral health staff in designing appropriate treatment plans for patents
  • Complied with all Federal, State and local regulations including HIPAA

Staff Nurse

MONTGOMERY PLACE
02.2009 - 06.2011
  • Provided patient care in rehabilitation facility; worked closely with 20 to 22 patients
  • Followed up with patients after Surgery, provided administration and pain management, lab draws, monitored side effects of medications and assessing risks factors
  • Supervised admissions and discharges and ensuring care plans are updated
  • Provided wound care assessment and dressing

Staff Nurse

ST MARTHA MANOR
01.2008 - 01.2009
  • Provided patient care in a rehabilitation facility; worked closely with 20 to 22 patients
  • Performed basic staff nursing responsibilities like Chart Auditing, Tracheostomy care G-tube feeding /TPN, Wound Dressing, Post-Surgical procedures and care, and chronic disease management

Education

DNP -

FRONTIER NURSING UNIVERSITY
09.2024

MSN - APRN

WALDEN UNIVERSITY
11.2021

BSN -

CHAMBERLAIN UNIVERSITY
ADDISON, IL
02.2018

ADN -

MARY JANE COLLEGE OF NURSING
MERRILLVILLE, IN
08.2013

LPN -

KENNEDY- KING COLLEGE
CHICAGO, IL
08.2007

Skills

  • Diagnosis of mental health disorders
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Diverse Mental health patient care
  • Patient Education and support
  • Collaboration
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Treatment Effectiveness

Certification

  • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), Board Certified, 08/22
  • Registered Nurse (RN), 01/16 - Present
  • Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), 08/08 - 01/16

Additionalinformation

Fully Vaccinated - Vaccination Card Available Upon Request, Available Upon Request

Timeline

MAVA HEALTHCARE
03.2024 - Current

PROGRESSIVE PSYCHIATRY
12.2022 - 01.2024

Nurse

ELGIN MENTAL HEALTH CENTRE
01.2022 - 12.2022

Psychiatric Nurse Intern

CLINICAL; HOLISTIC BEHAVIORAL HEALTH & TMS
12.2020 - 11.2021

Staff Nurse

AMITA ST. JOSEPH HOSPITAL
02.2020 - 06.2020

Supervisor for the Department of Aging & DSCC Cases

NOVACARE SERVICES INC.
12.2019 - 12.2022

RELIANCE HOMEHEALTH CAREGIVERS
02.2015 - 02.2020

Behavioral Health Nurse

KENWOOD HEALTHCARE CENTRE
03.2011 - 01.2015

Staff Nurse

MONTGOMERY PLACE
02.2009 - 06.2011

Staff Nurse

ST MARTHA MANOR
01.2008 - 01.2009

BSN -

CHAMBERLAIN UNIVERSITY

ADN -

MARY JANE COLLEGE OF NURSING

LPN -

KENNEDY- KING COLLEGE

DNP -

FRONTIER NURSING UNIVERSITY

MSN - APRN

WALDEN UNIVERSITY

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