Instruct undergraduate/masters entry student nurses and nurse practitioner candidates in classroom and clinical settings (UI Health, Jesse Brown VA, Northwestern Medicine, and Advocate Christ). Model professional behavior and a commitment to learning. • Enhanced skills in patient assessment and therapeutic communication by guiding students in applying evidence-based practices and related case management. • Health assessment instructor for the nurse practitioner program. • Held similar faculty positions at Chamberlain College of Nursing, Chamberlain University, 2015-2020 Simulation Coordinator-Chicago State University, 2012-2014, Malcolm X College, 2010-2012, and Loyola University Marcella Niefhoff School of Nursing (on loan to Hines VA), 2009-2010.

Intern, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse PractitionerDiagnosed psychiatric disorders and managed outpatient and telehealth psychiatric care. Conducted patient assessments, developed treatment plans, and performed medication management. Provided pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions (individual/group, trauma-focused therapy). Followed up to assess progress and update care plans. Supported patients with consultation and referrals. Educated patients and families as part of holistic care, coordinating therapy sessions, medication management, and setting short/long-term expectations. Worked as part of multi-disciplinary teams with psychiatry, medicine, and nursing in coordinating care and educating nursing students. Charted activities using EHR (Epic, VA EHR). • Demonstrated strong leadership and decision making skills, working independently and as part of teams.• Built collaborative relationships with patients that empowered them to be active participants in their treatment.

Supervised crews during the delivery of emergency care. Made critical decisions during crisis intervention. Communicated with the ED on patient treatment and transport. • Developed expertise in mental health issues and related patient care.• Mentored new paramedics