Caitlynn Holmes, BSN, RN, PMH-BC
Stafford
Summary
Board-certified psychiatric-mental health nurse recognized with the Nursing Excellence Award (Rising Star Category). Specialized experience caring for adolescents in crisis, with proven strengths in crisis intervention, therapeutic communication, and evidence-based care planning. Dedicated leader, mentor, and advocate committed to advancing patient-centered mental health care through advanced practice nursing.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Adolescent Psychiatry
Inova Fairfax Hospital
Falls Church
03.2023 - Current
- Conduct comprehensive psychiatric assessments and develop individualized treatment plans for adolescents aged 14–17.
- Advocate for adolescent patients by ensuring their needs, rights, and concerns are addressed in care planning.
- Administer and monitor psychotropic medications; provide education on indications, usage, and side effects.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, families, and community supports to optimize patient care.
- Provide crisis intervention, wound care, and therapeutic support to stabilize acute conditions.
- Serve as charge nurse and chair of the Clinical Excellence and Patient Experience Committee; worked with my team to develop a room search protocol to enhance unit safety (presenting at the APNA Conference, Fall 2025).
- Awarded the Nursing Excellence Award (Rising Star) for leadership and outstanding performance.
- Mentor and precept new nurses and students, fostering clinical excellence and professional growth.
Personal Care Aide
Consumer Direct/Public Partnerships LLC
Stafford
06.2018 - 03.2023
- Provided daily care for an autistic young adult and a special needs child, assisting with ADLs, hygiene, meal prep, and household tasks.
- Supported structured routines, social skills practice, and family-centered care plans to promote independence and stability.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) -
Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VA12.2024
Associate of Applied Science in Nursing (AAS) -
Germanna Community College
Locust Grove, VA05.2022
Skills
- Strong interpersonal and therapeutic communication
- Crisis intervention and de-escalation
- Organized and effective time management
- Proficient with EHR and healthcare technology
- Empathetic, patient-centered approach
Certification
- Registered Nurse, Virginia Board of Nursing, License #0001318024
- Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Board-Certified (PMH-BC)
- Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association
- Crisis Prevention and Intervention (CPI) Certified
Volunteer Experience
- SERVE, Assisted with food donation drives and community outreach.
- Vision & Hearing Screening, Conducted screenings and documentation at Rodney Thompson Middle School.
- Community Health Events, Performed temperature checks at local events.
- American Red Cross, Blood donor.
- Powell Wellness Center, Provided blood pressure checks.
Leadership & Committees
- Charge Nurse – Oversees unit operations, staffing, and crisis management.
- Preceptor – Mentors and trains new nurses and students.
- Chair, Clinical Excellence and Patient Experience Committee – Leads patient care and quality improvement initiatives.
- Member, Professional Development Committee – Supports staff education and growth.
- Member, Sunshine Committee – Promotes staff morale, engagement, and recognition.
Honors & Affiliations
- Nursing Excellence Award (Rising Star), 2025
- Two-time DAISY Award Nominee, Inova Fairfax Hospital, 2025
- Tau Sigma National Honor Society
- Alpha Delta Nu Nursing Honor Society
- Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society
- Member, American Psychiatric Nurses Association (APNA)
- Member, Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing
- VFCCE Potomac Health Foundation Fellowship
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Adolescent Psychiatry
Inova Fairfax Hospital
03.2023 - Current
Personal Care Aide
Consumer Direct/Public Partnerships LLC
06.2018 - 03.2023
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) -
Old Dominion University
Associate of Applied Science in Nursing (AAS) -
Germanna Community College