BRITTANY TURNER
Redlands
Summary
Compassionate Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in patient assessment, treatment plan development, and medication management. Excel at communication, empathy, and resilience, ensuring effective patient care and positive outcomes.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Wellpsyche Medical Group
Sherman Oaks
05.2023 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive psychiatric assessments for diverse patient populations.
- Prescribed medications while monitoring patient responses and side effects closely.
- Provided medication management and psychotherapy services to individuals with mental health disorders.
- Provided crisis intervention and support in acute psychiatric situations.
- Educated patients and families on mental health conditions and treatment options, enhancing understanding and engagement in care.
- Monitored patient progress through periodic reviews of medical charts and lab results, ensuring timely adjustments to treatment plans.
- Coordinated referrals to community resources, facilitating access to necessary support services.
- Maintained accurate patient records utilizing electronic health record systems effectively.
Educator/Program Case Manager
California State Firefighters Association
Riverside
10.2024 - 08.2025
- Conducted needs assessments to identify client weaknesses, strengths, and barriers, developing targeted student improvement plans.
- Counseled clients on community resources addressing mental health, socioeconomic, and academic needs.
- Determined client qualification for CALJOBs programs and services to ensure appropriate support.
- Designed and delivered curriculum, lesson plans and instructional materials for classroom teaching.
- Planned classroom activities to enable students to work independently, in small groups and in large groups.
- Assessed student progress regularly through formal and informal assessments.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, grades, test scores.
- Conducted classroom and field instruction for prehospital personnel in emergency medical services.
- Ensured compliance with federal regulations for emergency medical services, maintaining high standards of practice.
Vice President of Medical Practice Operations
Statera Health
Redlands
09.2022 - 01.2025
- Directed strategic initiatives to enhance healthcare service delivery at Statera Health.
- Developed and executed strategic plans to support the vision of the organization.
- Implemented data-driven decision-making frameworks to support organizational objectives.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline operational processes, resulting in improved service delivery.
- Championed patient engagement strategies to foster community health partnerships, enhancing outreach and access to care.
- Analyzed market trends to identify opportunities for growth within existing markets or new ones.
- Developed policies that adhered to regulatory standards in the healthcare industry at Statera Health.
- Spearheaded efforts to enhance customer service processes while ensuring compliance with quality assurance standards.
Case Management/RNCase Management/Utilization Review Registered Nurse
Redlands Community Hospital
Redlands
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Facilitated safe, timely discharges and organized post-discharge services to prevent readmissions.
- Conducted prospective, concurrent and retrospective admission eligibility and
- Evaluated treatment plans and assessed timing, requested services and settings; identified patient needs and reduced barriers to care, enhancing patient experience.
- Identified potential risk factors that may impede recovery or prolong hospitalization.
- Collaborated with physicians and case managers to ensure effective utilization of services and successful discharge planning.
- Educated providers on current clinical guidelines, best practices and regulatory requirements.
- Proficient in Inter-Qual, ICD &CPT Coding, EHR systems.
- Identified and recommended appropriate levels of care including assisted living facilities or outpatient therapy programs.
RN Charge Nurse/Supervisor
San Bernardino County
ARMC Family Clinic
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Supervised nursing staff and coordinated daily clinical operations in a family practice clinic, assisted providers with patient care, procedures, and chronic disease management, maintained compliance with infection control and regulatory standards.
- Trained and mentored RNs, LPNs, medical assistants and social workers on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Monitored adherence to safety protocols and infection control measures across the clinic.
- Streamlined patient flow and reduced appointment wait times across county clinics.
- Prepared clinic for regulatory agency surveys by organizing documentation and processes.
- Created and presented continuing education materials on clinic protocols and EMR documentation for all clinic staff.
Emergency Room and Trauma Registered Nurse
Loma Linda University Hospital
Loma Linda
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Provided rapid assessment, stabilization, and treatment to patients with urgent, life-threatening conditions.
- Triage incoming patients, administer medications, perform critical interventions, collaborate with physicians and trauma teams, and respond quickly to changing patient needs to ensure timely and effective care.
- Demonstrated strong clinical skills, quick decision-making, and adaptability while working effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
- Gained extensive knowledge about trauma, oncology, mental health, and medical care through hands-on experience.
- Experience in a wide range of patient demographics including geriatrics, adults and pediatrics.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Azusa Pacific University
Azusa, California 08.2019 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Loma Linda University School of Nursing
Loma Linda, California 08.2010 - 01.2014
Associate of Arts - Liberal Studies
Crafton Hills College
Yucaipa, California 08.2003 - 01.2005
Skills
- Psychiatric assessment
- Medication management
- Crisis intervention
- Treatment planning
- Psychopharmacology expertise
- Clinical documentation
- Healthcare compliance
- Utilization review
- Clinical quality improvement
- Clinical supervision
- Patient-centered care
- Team leadership
- Team collaboration
- Patient health education
Certification
- Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, American Nurses Credentialing Center, 2021231827, 05/27
- Nurse Practitioner, California Board of Registered Nursing, 95020395, 05/27
- Registered Nurse, California Board of Registered Nursing, 95038417, 05/27
Timeline
Educator/Program Case Manager
California State Firefighters Association
10.2024 - 08.2025
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Wellpsyche Medical Group
05.2023 - Current
Vice President of Medical Practice Operations
Statera Health
09.2022 - 01.2025
Master of Science - Nursing, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Azusa Pacific University
08.2019 - 12.2021
Case Management/RNCase Management/Utilization Review Registered Nurse
Redlands Community Hospital
01.2019 - 01.2021
RN Charge Nurse/Supervisor
San Bernardino County
01.2017 - 01.2019
Emergency Room and Trauma Registered Nurse
Loma Linda University Hospital
01.2015 - 01.2016
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Loma Linda University School of Nursing
08.2010 - 01.2014
Associate of Arts - Liberal Studies
Crafton Hills College
08.2003 - 01.2005