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BEHAVIORAL HEALTH PRACTITIONER RN.
Professional Summary
Behavioral Health Registered Nurse with over 11 years of successful experience in Nursing care and educational and training skills to work effectively with clients. Recognized consistently for performance excellence and contributions to success in the Health and Wellness industry. Strengths in communication and organizational skills backed by training in Nursing , substance abuse and behavioral health. In addition to which add a passion for working with the underserved, especially indigenous and people of color.
Skills
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Work History
Behavioral Health Practitioner RN., 03/2010 to 07/2021
Northland Family Help Center – City , STATE
Northland Family Help Center – City , STATE
- Prepared and submitted daily patient clinical reports to management , law enforcement and DHS if appropriate.
- Counseled and mentored clients on substance use and life choices.
- Recommended continuing care and medications to clients and communicated with family members on treatment and discharge plans.
- Applied interventions when necessary, including clients wanting to leave against medical advice (AMA).
- Assisted and counseled 4-5 patients daily.
- Performed client intake procedures according to internal standards for all new admissions.
- Assisted and counseled five patients daily.
- Assessed clients upon admission and discharge to detox;
- Took and monitored vital signs, administered medications and managed patient behavior.
- Administered PPD and IM injections according to protocol.
- Built and maintained positive staff relationships to promote teamwork and better serve clients.
- Completed documentation for every incident and forwarded to correct personnel for review.
Integrative Nurse Manager, 10/2009 to 07/2014
The Guidance Center – City , STATE
The Guidance Center – City , STATE
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety.
- Created and oversaw an evidenced based exercise program for over 35 Behavioral Health Clients in conjunction with the YMCA.
- Worked with outside agencies to facilitate clients trying to procure eye wear through the Lions club, clients with housing and rent issues, were referred to legal aid and rental supplements through the city of Flagstaff.
- One on one client counseling utilizing Trauma Informed Care and Trauma incident reduction techniques.
- Oversite of client records so that clients saw both their PCP and Psychiatrist monthly.
- Monitoring of medications and for their efficacy or side effects.
- Weekly collaboration with the Medical Team
- Managed 4 nurses in residential and outpatient facilities handling the needs of patients.
- Ran therapeutic groups and provided patient education.
- Exercised exemplary clinical judgment when making care decisions.
- Educated patients and caregivers on healthcare protocols and processes.
- Managed 4 nurses in the substance abuse and behavorial health unit handling needs of inresidential and outpatient patients.
Substance Abuse Counselor and RN, 10/2009 to 05/2010
The Guidance Center Inc. – City , STATE
The Guidance Center Inc. – City , STATE
- Guided clients in effective therapeutic exercises integrated from Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
- Supported and assessed clients struggling with addiction or relationship issues and devised strategies based on client needs.
- Developed goal-oriented psychoeducational and activity therapy groups to improve clients' level of functioning.
- Provided comprehensive case management services, including creating treatment plans and connecting clients and families to appropriate resources.
- Developed individual treatment goals based on history and diagnosis.
- Facilitated group and individual therapy in outpatient setting.
- Provided counseling and support to clients with drug and alcohol abuse issues.
- Directed family-centered, strengths-based, culturally competent and individualized intakes and assessments.
- Actively listened to customers' requests, confirming full understanding before addressing concerns.
- Drove operational improvements which resulted in savings and improved profit margins.
- Collaborated with department to achieve.
- Collaborated with management team, law enforcement and Department of Human Services to achieve optimum outcomes in client care..
- Prepared variety of different written communications, reports and documents to ensure smooth operations.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
- Led supportive group discussions and education sessions with alcohol and drug users and families.
- Displayed sensitivity to cultural and linguistic needs of clients and families served.
- Completed required documentation for continued therapy coverage by insurance companies to meet deadlines.
Education
Bachelor of Science: Integrative Health Care, Expected in 06/2021
MSU Denver - City
MSU Denver - City
- Minored in Public Health , Lifestyle Medicine Wellness Coaching
- Majored in Integrative Health Care
Associate of Science: Nursing -RN, 05/2008
Northland Pioneer College - City, State
Northland Pioneer College - City, State
- Majored in Nursing RN degree
Associate of Science: Health Science, 06/2007
New Hampshire Technical Institute - City
New Hampshire Technical Institute - City
Associate of Science: Substance Abuse Counseling, 06/1996
New Hampshire Technical College - City
New Hampshire Technical College - City
- Graduated magna cum laude
- Graduated in Top 1% of Class
- Coursework in Substance Abuse, Abnormal Psychology and Human Growth and Development
- Majored in Substance Abuse Counseling
- Dean's List all two years
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School Attended
- MSU Denver
- Northland Pioneer College
- New Hampshire Technical Institute
- New Hampshire Technical College
Job Titles Held:
- Behavioral Health Practitioner RN.
- Integrative Nurse Manager
- Substance Abuse Counselor and RN
Degrees
- Bachelor of Science : Integrative Health Care , Expected in 06/2021
Associate of Science : Nursing -RN , 05/2008
Associate of Science : Health Science , 06/2007
Associate of Science : Substance Abuse Counseling , 06/1996
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