Lesly Murillo
Alexandria
Summary
Compassionate and skilled Advanced Practice Psychiatric Nurse with background in delivering comprehensive psychiatric care, including diagnosis, treatment, and coordination of services for patients across various settings. Possess strong clinical skills in psychiatric evaluation, medication management, and individualized care planning. Demonstrated ability to improve patient outcomes through effective communication and collaboration with healthcare teams. Known for fostering supportive environments that enhance patient recovery and mental health wellness.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
8093
8093
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Neighborhood Health
Fairfax
04.2024 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive psychiatric assessments, diagnose mental health disorders, and develop individualized treatment plans.
- Provide evidence-based pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic interventions to support patient recovery and stability.
Registered Nurse II
Northern Virginia Mental Health Institute
Falls Church
09.2023 - 04.2024
- Delivered specialized psychiatric nursing care and actively participated in interdisciplinary treatment plan reviews.
- Designed, implemented, and evaluated individualized nursing care plans to meet each patient’s unique needs.
- Collaborated closely with physicians, therapists, and social workers to deliver holistic, patient-centered care.
Registered Nurse
Virginia Hospital Center
Arlington
10.2019 - 08.2023
- Conducted thorough patient assessments, documented findings, interventions, responses, and treatment changes while administering medications safely and accurately.
- Served as Resource Nurse across medical units, advising on medication management and de-escalation techniques for patients with psychiatric conditions or alcohol withdrawal.
- Acted as Charge Nurse on the psychiatric unit, coordinating new admissions, reviewing clinical data, and ensuring required laboratory testing was completed prior to admission.
Education
Doctor of Nursing Practice -
George Washington University
Washington, DCMaster of Science in Nursing, PMHNP-BC -
George Washington University
Washington, DCBachelor of Science in Nursing -
George Washington University
Washington, DCAssociate of Applied Science in Nursing -
Northern Virginia Community College
Springfield, VASkills
- Bilingual: Fluent in Spanish and English
Skills And Certifications
- American Nurses Credentialing Center – PMHNP-BC (Board Certified)
- Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association, 2025
- Bilingual: Fluent in Spanish and English (spoken and written)
Professional affiliations
- American Association of Nurse Practitioners
- Neuroscience Education Institute
Timeline
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Neighborhood Health
04.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse II
Northern Virginia Mental Health Institute
09.2023 - 04.2024
Registered Nurse
Virginia Hospital Center
10.2019 - 08.2023
Doctor of Nursing Practice -
George Washington University
Master of Science in Nursing, PMHNP-BC -
George Washington University
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
George Washington University
Associate of Applied Science in Nursing -
Northern Virginia Community College