Sonya Milheim
Kalispell,MT
Summary
Experienced with providing psychiatric care and mental health support. Utilizes therapeutic communication and evidence-based practices to enhance patient outcomes. Strong experience with individuals with Severe and Persistent Mental Illness and effective treatment strategies.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Cedar Creek Integrated Health
11.2020 - Current
- Served a patient population with a broad scope of disorders, including SDMI and chemical dependency
- Conducted comprehensive mental health assessments to diagnose and provide medication management services based upon evidence-based practices
- Monitored patient progress, adjusting treatment strategies based on clinical observations and feedback.
- Educated patients and families in order to enhance understanding of mental health conditions
- Collaborated with team members, including therapists, license addiction counselors, case managers and medical assistants
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Sunburst Mental Health Services
04.2011 - 06.2021
- Utilized evidence-based practices to deliver psychiatric services to participants, including diagnosing and treating a broad scope of psychiatric disorders, including SDMI and chemical dependency
- Monitored patient progress, adjusting treatment strategies based on clinical practice and feedback
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to ensure continuity of care and address patient concerns.
- Collaborated with team members, including therapists, licensed addiction counselors, case managers and medical assistants
- Engaged in ongoing professional development to stay current with advancements in psychiatric nursing practices.
PACT Nurse
Western Montana Mental Health Center
10.2005 - 03.2011
- Participated in team meetings in order to review clients' needs and establish priorities of team members
- Communicated with the pharmacy and provided oversight to ensure that clients received prescribed medications
- Administered long-acting injections
- Provided guidance to PACT team regarding medical needs of participants
- Provided case management services in order to ensure that the basic needs of clients are met and treatment plans were implemented
- Conducted educational and special interest groups with PACT participants
Education
Master of Science - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Gonzaga University
Spokane, WA01-2011
Associate of Science - Nursing
Bethel College
North Newton05-1986
Timeline
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Cedar Creek Integrated Health
11.2020 - Current
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Sunburst Mental Health Services
04.2011 - 06.2021
PACT Nurse
Western Montana Mental Health Center
10.2005 - 03.2011
Master of Science - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Gonzaga University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Bethel College