Education

• Florida State University: Master of Science Physician Assistant Practice – 12/23
• Florida State University, Tallahassee, Florida- Psychology major, Bachelor of Science – 04/21

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Psychiatric PA-C – Psychiatric Specialty Center, West Palm Beach, FL – 02/24-05/25

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations to assess patients’ mental health status
• Prescribe and manage psychiatric medications for patients, adjusting dosages as necessary based on patient response and side effects.
• Monitor medication adherence and educate patients about the medications they are prescribed.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including psychologists, social workers, and other medical professionals, to ensure comprehensive care
• Maintain detailed patient records, including assessments, diagnoses, treatment plans, and progress notes.
• Participate in ongoing education and training to stay current on new psychiatric practices and therapies.
• Ensure compliance with privacy laws and medical ethics, including HIPAA regulations.
• Manage patients in psychiatric crises, such as those under the Baker Act or individuals experiencing acute mental health episodes at Delray Medical Center and Saint Mary’s Hospital
• Ensure that proper procedures are followed for involuntary admissions and ensure patient safety during hospitalization.

CLINICAL WORK EXPERIENCE

Medical Assistant, Dr. Nancy Wright – Pediatric Endocrinologist, Tallahassee, FL – 09/17-03/20

• Handled patients’ vitals through taking their height, weight, and blood pressure
• Performed urine analysis exams and hemoglobin Al C tests
• Exhibited knowledge of medical terminology
• Interpreted doctors’ notes to organize patients’ lab work

Medical Office Assistant, Dr. Edna Tello – Personalized Pediatrics, Coral Springs, FL – 05/18-08/18

• Inserted patients’ vaccine records into Dr. Tello’s database
• Updated patient information in the electronic medical record

VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE

Camp Gene Counselor, Boca Raton, FL – 07/18

• Served as a camp counselor for children with diabetes from underserved areas
• Carried out blood glucose testing on the campers
• Acted as a mentor for diabetes management

LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE

Vice President Internal Affairs, Kappa Kappa Gamma, Tallahassee, FL – 01/20-01/21

• Presided over standards director, ritual director, member engagement director, and academic excellence director to oversee department functions and act as a voice for the department
• Planned our annual sisterhood retreat and workshops to further our academic excellence program
• Served as a confidant for our members

Honors Colloquium Leader, University Honors Program, Tallahassee, FL – 08/19-04/21

• Designed lesson plans centered around Florida State’s Honors Program and academic resources
• Facilitated bi-weekly classes for a small group of freshman students in the honors program

Vice President Academic Excellence, Kappa Kappa Gamma, Tallahassee, FL – 08/19-12/19

• Held meetings with members who had fallen below our minimum GPA to create an effective academic plan

RESEARCH

Burnout Among Healthcare Workers, FSU, Tallahassee, FL – 01/23-07/23

• Performed a comprehensive literature review on burnout among healthcare workers
• Presented research to medical students and physician assistant students in Fort Pierce, FL
• Chosen to present research in Tallahassee to medical faculty

How Athletes Define the Meaning of Their Sport, FSU, Tallahassee, FL – 10/18-04/19

CERTIFICATIONS

• Medical Error Prevention for Physicians and Physician Assistants Certificate – 06/23
• Domestic Violence: A Primer for Healthcare Providers Certificate – 06/23
• Basic Life Support – 12/24

ACHIEVEMENTS & HONORS

• Dean’s List (five semesters)
• President’s List (three semesters)
• Association of Former Agents Unites States Secret Service Scholarship
• Federal Law Enforcement Officers Association Foundation Scholarship
• Florida Bright Futures
• University Freshman Scholarship
• Kappa Kappa Gamma Foundation Scholarship