Caring, hardworking and service-oriented Registered Nurse with more than 25 years of experience. Well-versed in offering evidence-based, therapeutic care for patients dealing with self care and psychiatric disorders. Collaborative and motivational leader with expertise in training new nursing staff while providing top-notch service to home care, wound care and billing code. Enthusiastic individual with superior skills in working in both team-based and independent capacities. Bringing strong work ethic and excellent organizational skills to any setting. Excited to begin new challenge with successful team.
Multilingual and fluent in Portuguese, English and Spanish, offering solid comprehension of cultural diversity.
Experience
Clinical Psychologist, 03/1983 to 03/2018 American Psychological Association – Woodbridge, VA,
Met with patients and provided diagnoses and consultations
Talked with family members when patients were unable to self-advocate
Wrote comprehensive goals and patient treatment plans
Diagnosed mental health, emotional and substance abuse disorders
Developed comprehensive treatment plans focusing on accurate diagnosis and behavioral treatment of problems
Documented all patient information including service plans, treatment reports and progress notes
Worked with parents and teachers to implement consistent behavior therapy techniques at home and school
Nurse, 08/2009 to 03/2018 Department Of Defense – Crane, IN,
Cooperated with upper-level management to maintain budget, operations and staff performance objectives
Managed audits to comply with all established regulations and guidelines
Mobilized off-site clinics, including handling all paperwork, collecting payments and managing biohazards
Maintained adequate unit supplies to meet expected patient demands
Routinely audited charting to ensure conformance with best practices
Analyzed requirements for orthopedic implants to ensure educational preparedness for clients
Assessed training needs and created, authored and presented medical instruction to orthopedic implants
Worked closely with executives to administer operations, staff, resources and budget management
Oversaw audits to maintain compliance with local, state and federal healthcare regulations
Guided and educated new employees on company processes, protocols and filing systems
Provided clinical support and instruction for students during rotations.
Provided orientation, education and mentorship of sellers, circulating nurses and others staff members.
Nurse, 04/2008 to 04/2009 Department Of Defense – Luke Air Force Base, AZ,
Inspected accounts receivable and payable ledgers
Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues
Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions
Ensured quality patient care from admission to discharge through direct supervision of all nursing and ancillary staff
Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns
Maintained infection control logs, streamlined charting process, and improved patient outcomes through training and leadership
Treated patients using pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment modalities to address various disorders, diseases and injuries
Counseled caregivers and families on end-of-life planning and educated on patient care options
Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information
Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology
Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support
Wrote reports, authored papers and organized supporting documentation
Resolved conflicts and negotiated agreements between parties in order to reach win-win solutions to disagreements and clarify misunderstandings about medical materials and medications
Preceptorship Nurse, 12/1995 to 12/2008 Faculdade Uninove E Colegios Tecnicos – City, STATE,
Provided clinical support and instruction for students during rotations.
Participated in planning, implementing and evaluating assigned courses for continued development of nursing curriculum.
Instructed courses in nursing to meet all educational requirements stated in credit course outline and board of registered nursing regulations.
Maintained current, accurate records of course enrollment, attendance and student academic progress.
Developed and implemented instructional programs, tracking skill development and overall performance of students.
Designed personal clinical assignments consistent with student's knowledge base, competency and learning needs.
Contributed professional feedback in timely manner to student inquiries in class, online or during established consultation hours.
Observed and evaluated student performance in meeting course objectives and student learning outcomes through assignments, projects and examinations.
Guided and supervised nursing students in all learning activities, including classroom, lab and clinical learning activities.
Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
Education and Training
Bachelor of Science: Psychology, Expected in 09/1991 Faculty Paulistana of Letters And Sciences - Sao Paulo - Brazil, GPA:
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Bachelor of Science: Nursing, Expected in 09/1995 Guarulhos Obstetric And Nursing Faculty - Guarulhos- Brazil, GPA:
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Specialist in School Psychology: Licenciatura Plena (teacher), Expected in 09/1991 Faculdade Paulistana De Ciencias E Letras - Sao Paulo-Brazil, GPA:
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