Deans Award

licensed APRN, PMHNP-BC

Codie Vassar

•	Conduct initial assessments, and evaluations, and diagnose patients with psychiatric and mental health disorders such as Depression, ADHD, Insomnia, Anxiety, Bipolar, and Substance Use Disorders via video/phone (doxy-me) connections
•	Prescribe medication via DoseSpot
•	Schedule patients’ follow-up to reassess the effectiveness of medications prescribed
•	Accurately document findings using computerized Health Record Systems
•	Order and interpret lab and diagnostic test results based on clinical judgment and guidelines



Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

•	Provide Specialized services including psychiatric evaluation and diagnosing, medication management, telepsychiatry, psychotherapy, and talk therapy 
•	Conduct initial assessments and evaluations, and diagnose patients with various conditions including, but not limited to Bipolar disorder, Depression, PTSD, ADHD, Insomnia, Anxiety, Substance Use Disorders, eating disorder 
•	Schedule and conduct follow-up care to reevaluate the effectiveness of treatments and medication


Owner/Practitioner

•	Conducted comprehensive health assessments in the comfort of patients’ homes and virtually due to COVID-19, which included, obtaining medical history, system review, physical examinations, medication review, and screens for depression

Family Health Practitioner

•	Assessed public health patients’ physical health status and performed prescribed examinations and preventative health treatments
•	Interpreted health assessment information to formulate and implement health care plans according to established policies
•	Counseled and educated patients regarding STI and HIV risk reduction, reproductive health services, and HIV post and pre-exposure prevention services
•	Requested, interpreted, and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patients’ clinical problems and healthcare needs


Family Nurse Practitioner

An initial visit with a provider involves a medical history review, an assessment of your specific symptoms and concerns, and possible diagnostic tests to evaluate a patient's health, identify issues, and develop and discuss treatment options.

Diagnosis, management, and treatment of mental health disorders through medication-focused treatments, delivering personalized medication strategies to enhance patients' mental well-being.

An opportunity for potential patients to discuss their concerns or needs with a provider, or therapist, to determine if their services are a good fit and to receive initial advice or guidance. Many providers offer free or very affordable consultation services with potential patient leads.

A follow-up visit with a provider involves checking the progress of the patient's treatment plan, assessing any new symptoms or concerns, and adjusting the treatment plan as needed to ensure optimal health outcomes.

A medication refill appointment with a provider typically involves a brief review of his/her existing patient's medical history, confirming the need for the medication refill, and issuing a new prescription. It may also involve evaluating any side effects or concerns related to the medication and ensuring that the treatment plan is still appropriate for the patient's needs.

Offers comprehensive health assessments, routine check-ups, and preventative strategies to maintain optimal health.

Initial Visit

Follow-up Visit

A prescription service appointment with a provider typically involves a brief review of his/her existing patient's medical history, confirming the need for the prescription service, and issuing a new prescription. It may also involve evaluating any side effects or concerns related to the medication and ensuring that the treatment plan is still appropriate for the patient's needs.

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