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CLINIC CHARGE NURSE

Professional Summary

Registered Nurse with 30+ years of behavioral healthcare experience in clinical settings providing nursing care to diverse populations. Over the span of my career, I have served as charge nurse in both outpatient and inpatient mental health settings, evening hospital supervisor, clinical coordinator, assistant director of Intake and Admissions; and currently interim director of 1 West.

Skills

Expertise in crisis intervention techniques
Biopsychosocial assessments
Skilled in intake interviewing
Adept at treatment and discharge planning
Knowledge of juvenile justice system
Strong clinical judgment
Supervisory training
Quality improvement competency

Work History

03/1981 to 07/1985

Clinic Charge NurseOccupations INC – Newburgh, NY

Organized and led four support groups per week in subjects related to physical and emotional health to ensure long-term patient well-being.
Coordinated patient scheduling with psychiatrist and renewal process of their medications
Assessed need for, ordered, obtained and interpreted appropriate lab tests.
Effective counseling in health maintenance and disease management.
Liaised between patients and physicians to ensure patient comprehension of treatment plans.
Scheduled patient admissions and discharges.
Provided emergency management of acute situation's in sheltered workshop.
Maintained all confidential personnel files, license and CPR compliance records.
Supervised 3 staff and worked closely with Community Partners, OSHA and OVR
Counseled and educated patients about reproductive health issues and wellness.

07/1985 to 07/1988

Night Shift Charge NurseFalkirk Hospital – Central Valley, NY

Hospital Supervisor of Private Psychiatric Hospital inclusive of three separate units and Nursing Staff.
Provided staffing for three separate Nursing units.
Developed and implemented treatment plans and modified when needed.
Recorded client information on special flow sheets, accurately indicating suicidal precautions, sleep flow and restraints.
Observed and monitored client behavior and responses to treatment.
Oversaw 12 psychiatric nursing staff.
Offered and documented treatment consent forms in patient health records.
Kept abreast of new and developing information in the mental health field by regularly attending professional conferences and workshops.
Trained in substance abuse, co-occurring disorders, and the effect of employment and housing issues on mental health.
Self-directed with astute judgment skills. High level of personal accountability.

07/1988 to 11/1999

Evening Hospital SupervisorCharter Westbrook Hospital – Richmond, VA

Oversaw and managed clinical and support staff in patient care activities while maintaining a high level of staff morale and professionalism.
Supervised Hospital Units providing support, guidance and staffing. Provided support to Sexual Offender Unit .
Provided direction for emergency care of patients, Assisted units in filling out appropriate paper work and reporting .
Answered patient and families concerns
Assisted in scheduling and coordination of admissions
Self-directed with astute judgment skills. High level of personal accountability.
Developed patient care plans, including assessments, evaluations and nursing diagnoses.
On Call after hours providing supervision and support to Hospital Staff.

11/1999 to Current

Assistant Director of Tucker IntakeChippenham Hospital – Richmond, VA

Documented patient information obtained from interviews.
Provided on-call care at all times of day and night.
Developed a system of staff communication that ensured proper implementation of treatment plans and comprehensive patient care.
Educated staff on state and federal statutes, rules and regulations governing home care services.
Interpreted and communicated new or revised policies to staff.
Established and oversaw implementation of an effective budgeting and accounting system that improved efficiency and reduced costs.
Represented and interpreted the agency's functions and services to other institutions, the public, government agencies and other organizations.
Developed and achieved financial and growth goals.
Strategically planned methods to achieve operational goals and targets.
Continually maintained and improved the company's reputation and positive image in the markets served.
Encouraged creative thinking, problem solving, and empowerment as part of the facility management group to improve morale and teamwork.
Achieved high staff morale and retention through effective communication, prompt problem resolution, proactive supervisory practices and facilitating a proactive work environment.
Reviewed customer survey information to prioritize areas of improvement.
Routinely collaborated with department managers to correct problems and improve services.
Investigated, provided and submitted information to Quality Department about special incidents, events and complaints.
Assisted in resolving and satisfying client requests and internal operational issues.
Facilitated an on-going assessment of patient/family needs and implementation of interdisciplinary team care plan.
Investigated and reported issues relating to patient care or conditions that might hinder patient well-being.
Cooperated and communicated effectively with physicians to ensure client satisfaction and compliance with set standards.
Identified process improvements in the day-to-day functioning of the department.
Continually improved knowledge, skills and performance based on feedback and self-identified professional developmental needs.
Participated in facility surveys and inspections made by authorized governmental agencies.
Confirmed accurate completion of forms/reports for the admission, transfer and/or discharge of each resident.
Analyzed patient and family feedback to identify opportunities for staff recognition as well as areas for improvement.
Initiated audit process to evaluate thoroughness of documentation and maintenance of facility standards.
Established staff schedules and assignments based on facility needs and equipment availability.
Created and maintained computerized record management systems to record and process data and generate reports.

Education

1981

Associate of Applied Science: Nursing
Orange County Community College - Middletown, NY

Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

Occupations INC
Falkirk Hospital
Charter Westbrook Hospital
Chippenham Hospital

School Attended

Orange County Community College

Job Titles Held:

Clinic Charge Nurse
Night Shift Charge Nurse
Evening Hospital Supervisor
Assistant Director of Tucker Intake

Degrees

Associate of Applied Science : Nursing

Clinic Charge Nurse Resume Example

Resume Score: 80%

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