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Joanna K. Haag, PMHNP
Joanna K. Haag, PMHNP, a dedicated Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with a passion for providing comprehensive mental health care. Joanna is thrilled to have joined Southern Illinois Associates, LLC in July 2023, where she continues to make a positive impact on the lives of her patients.
Roles as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner:
As a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, Joanna Haag plays a crucial role in the mental healthcare field. Her responsibilities include:
1. Assessing and Diagnosing: Joanna has the expertise to assess and diagnose mental health conditions in individuals of all ages. Through comprehensive evaluations, she identifies symptoms, develops treatment plans, and determines appropriate interventions.
2. Medication Management: With her advanced training and licensure, Joanna can prescribe and manage medications for patients with mental health disorders. She ensures medication efficacy, monitors potential side effects, and adjusts treatment plans as necessary.
3. Therapy and Counseling: In addition to medication management, Joanna provides therapy and counseling services to her patients. She offers support, guidance, and evidence-based therapeutic interventions to help individuals cope with their mental health challenges.
4. Collaborative Care: Joanna believes in a collaborative approach to mental healthcare. She works closely with patients, their families, and other healthcare providers to develop comprehensive treatment plans. This approach ensures a holistic and individualized approach to each patient’s mental health needs.
Education:
Joanna Haag’s extensive education and qualifications are the foundation of her expertise:
– Master of Science in Nursing (MSN), Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) Track, University of Southern Indiana, Evansville, IN, 8/2018-7/2021.
– Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), University of Southern Indiana, Evansville, IN, 8/2014-12/2017.
– Graduate of Southridge High School, Huntingburg, IN, 05/2014.
Licensure and Certification:
Joanna holds the following licenses and certifications, demonstrating her commitment to professional excellence:
– Certified Nurse Practitioner, Missouri State Board of Nursing, License Number: 2021032483.
– Registered Nurse (RN), Missouri State Board of Nursing, License Number: 2018006659.
– Registered Nurse (RN), Illinois State Board of Nursing, License Number: 041496391.
– Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), American Nurses Credentialing Center.
Experience:
With years of valuable experience, Joanna has honed her skills and expertise in various healthcare settings:
– Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Psych Care Consultants, Saint Louis, MO, 01/2023 to 6/2023.
– Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Mercy Hospital, psychiatric hospitalists, Saint Louis, MO, 07/2021 to 12/2022.
– Registered Nurse, Mercy Hospital, Psychiatric/Behavioral Health Units, Saint Louis, MO, 11/2019 to 07/2021.
– Registered Nurse, Mercy Hospital, Trauma/Neuro Intensive Care Unit, Saint Louis, MO, 8/2018 to 08/2021.
– Adjunct Faculty Member, Saint Louis University, School of Nursing, August 2019-December 2019, teaching undergraduate health assessment courses.
– Registered Nurse, Deaconess Hospital, Surgical/Trauma Intensive Care Unit, Evansville, IN, 12/2017 to 7/2018.
Awards/Honors:
Joanna’s dedication and commitment to excellence have been recognized through the following awards:
– Daisy Nursing Award Recipient, 2019.
– Dean’s List, University of Southern Indiana, 2014-2017.
Joanna Haag is a compassionate