Michelle Wickerson's resume showcases an impressive and dedicated career in the field of psychiatric nursing, with a notable emphasis on psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner roles, home health care, and a commitment to education, management, and staff supervision. With sixteen years of experience in psychiatry and three years in home health care, Wickerson demonstrates a profound commitment to quality patient care, advocacy, and professional development.

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Career Objective: Wickerson aims to leverage her extensive experience in psychiatric care, home health care, training, education management, and staff supervision, underpinned by her excellent interpersonal skills and strong work ethic.

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Professional Experience:

• Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, East Mississippi State Hospital (Aug 2021 - Present): Focused on inpatient, outpatient, substance use dependency, and nursing home services, Wickerson has been responsible for evaluating, diagnosing, and assessing patient conditions, providing psychiatric care, medication management, health education, and working collaboratively with the healthcare team.

• Course Lead Adjunct Faculty for Clinical Services, Northern Kentucky University (2022-Present): Supervises clinical education and development of PMHNP students, ensuring duties are completed efficiently and in alignment with university standards.

• Charge Nurse, East Mississippi State Hospital (2007-2015 and 2018-2021): Provided quality nursing care, coordinated with interdisciplinary teams to develop treatment plans, and utilized strong assessment skills.

• Nurse Supervisor/Manager, East Mississippi State Hospital (2015-2018): Responsibilities included recruiting, hiring, supervising nursing and support staff, ensuring compliance with regulations, and developing performance improvement plans.

• Home Health Registered Nurse, Pedicare Staffing Agency (Sep 2019 - Jan 2021) and Hope Health Staffing Agency (Oct 2017 - Jan 2019): Assessed patient conditions, administered medication, provided wound care, and educated patients and families on home health care strategies.

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Volunteer/Community Services: Wickerson has been actively involved in missionary work in Mexico, teaching vacation bible school for children, and volunteering with organizations like the Salvation Army, Wesley House, and Hope Village for Children. She is also a member of the organization Friends of Bonita Lake, focusing on the conservation and maintenance of public parks.

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Wickerson's resume not only reflects a career dedicated to psychiatric nursing and patient care but also highlights her involvement in community service and her role as an educator, underscoring her multifaceted contributions to her field and community.