Psychiatric Mental Health
Nurse Practitioner
Clinical Summary
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner – New Graduate with 13+ years of nursing experience, including 10 years in psychiatric and forensic care. Skilled in comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, medication management, psychotherapy, crisis intervention, and patient/family education across child, adolescent, adult, geriatric, and forensic populations. Recognized for patient advocacy, adaptability, and strong interdisciplinary collaboration.
Professional Experience
Graduate Teaching Assistant – Duquesne University (2023–Present)
Support faculty with online instruction, grading, and student mentoring in pathophysiology.
Registered Nurse – Comprehensive Nursing Inc., MD (2022–Present)
Provide skilled nursing, care planning, and patient/family education in home settings.
Psychiatric RN / Charge Nurse – Spring Grove Hospital Center, MD (2012–2022)
Led care for 24 patients in a high-volume psychiatric admission unit; crisis intervention, stabilization, and care coordination.
Clinical Skills & Competencies
Psychiatric & Forensic Nursing Care
Psychiatric Evaluations & Medication Management
Psychotherapy & Patient Education
Crisis Intervention & De-Escalation
Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration
Trauma-Informed & Culturally Competent Care
Documentation & Electronic Health Records
Education & Credentials
MSN, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner / Forensic Nursing – Duquesne University (2025)
MHA, Healthcare Administration – University of Maryland Univ. College (2014)
BSN, Nursing – University of Buea, Cameroon (2010)
RN License, Maryland Board of Nursing #R199835 (Valid 2023–2028)
Certifications: Medications for Substance & Opioid Use Disorders (2025), Counseling on Access to Lethal Means (2024), Social & Behavioral Research (2023)
Professional Memberships: AANP, IAFN, Maryland Academy of Advanced Practice Clinicians, Sigma Theta Tau, Transcultural Nursing Society
Compensation Seeking: “TBD”
Represented Exclusively By:
Sharon Steichen