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PSYCHIATRIC REGISTERED NURSE STAFF NURSE
Summary
A highly motivated service-oriented psychiatric-mental health nurse with more than 17 years of experience. Well-versed in offering evidence-based , therapeutic care for patients dealing with psychiatric illnesses including Schizophrenia, Psychosis, Depression with suicidal ideation, Bipolar and Anxiety disorders. A passion for Healthcare including medication management, psycho-education, psychotherapy, and milieu management in an acute care setting while coordinating care with interdisciplinary treatment team. Continued assessment and reassessment of patients for care modification and treatment plan updates. Great cooperative, working relationship in a team setting, Aiming to leverage my experience, knowledge and education to effectively fill the position of a nurse on the Behavioral Health unit.
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Experience
Psychiatric Registered Nurse Staff Nurse11/2017 to PRESENTUniversity Of Maryland Prince GeorgeS HospitalCity , STATE
- Recorded comprehensive patient histories and coordinated treatment plans with multi-disciplinary team members.
- Developed appropriate policies for identification of medically-related social and emotional needs of clients.
- Handled various patient-oriented duties, including vital sign monitoring, medication administration and patient behavior assessments.
- Provided client assessments upon admission and discharge.
- Cultivated relationships with patients, discussing ways to help improve overall health while alleviating self-harm practices.
- Followed all safety protocols when administering subcutaneous and intramuscular injections.
- Documented all medications administered to mental health patients, following instructions from physicians and healthcare providers.
- Monitored patients prescribed psychotropic medications to assess medications' effectiveness and side effects.
RN Case Management/UR Nurse PRN01/2019 to CurrentUniversity Of Maryland Prince GeorgesCity , STATE
- Advocated for patients by identifying insurance coverage, communicating care preferences to practitioners and verifying interventions met patients' treatment goals.
- Optimized program resource utilization to prevent unnecessary hospital admissions.
- Informed patients and families of treatment options and at-home care strategies to reduce unnecessary burden on hospital resources.
- Obtained recommendations for inpatient or outpatient level of care by discussing cases with physician advisor.
- Assessed and reviewed patients for discharge and planning, including integrating services for patients requiring substance abuse program.
- Developed patient care plans, including overall patient health assessments and evaluations.
Psychiatric Registered Nurse Charge Nurse05/2014 to 11/2018Diamond Healthcare CorporationCity , STATE
- Provide patient care including medication management and coordinating with patients' families.
- Initiating treatment plan of care as well as performing regular updates of patients' treatment plan.
- Provide milieu management through proactive medication administration, limit-setting and redirecting measures.
- Provide daily unit report to the unit manager and the unit director of bed availability, length of stay, and any unusual occurrences.
- Review with the treatment team the health status of patients to determine the need for continued hospitalization.
- Provides teaching to patients based on identified learning needs including assisting with follow-up appointments
- Met patient needs by devising and coordinating highly tailored care plans for each individual.
Registered Nurse, MedSurg Staff Nurse04/2015 to 08/2018MEDSTAR SOUTHERN MD HOSPITALCity , STATE
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care to deliver comprehensive services.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Used facility EMR system to update patient records, transmit prescriptions and transfer files.
- Promoted healthy lifestyle choices to reduce re-emergence of painful or dangerous symptoms.
- Observed patient's heart rate, blood pressure and respiration for signs of distress.
- Administered oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients and monitored responses.
Correctional Nurse Staff Nurse06/2004 to 04/2006Correctional Medical ServicesCity , STATE
- Maintained staff safety during prisoner treatments by observing all security procedures and regulations.
- Identified issues related to mental health conditions and recommended specific therapies for patients.
- Cared for prisoners suffering from contagious illnesses or conditions, including influenza, lice and gastrointestinal bugs.
- Developed and coordinated patient care plans for prisoners with COPD, diabetes or other chronic conditions.
- Assessed prisoners suffering injuries through falls, stabbings or other means and stabilized each prior to transport to nearest medical facility.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Administered oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients and monitored responses.
- Administered scheduled medications and therapies intravenously, rectally, orally, subcutaneously and via intramuscular injections while overseeing pain management plans.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
RN Practice Educator Interim RN Staff Nurse07/2012 to 04/2013Genesis HealthCare Bradford OaksCity , STATE
- Trained medical center GNAs, and CMTs nursing skills.
- Conducted renovation inspections to comply with health requirements and assessed infection control and safety issues.
- Recognized areas for improved performance to protect employees, patients and visitors from infectious and communicable conditions.
- Participated in continuing education opportunities, reviewing professional publications and attending company workshop activities.
- Improved operations by working with team members and customers to find workable solutions.
Licensed Practical Nurse Staff Nurse10/2003 to 10/2010Genesis HealthCare Larkin ChaseCity , STATE
- Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies.
- Evaluated patient care procedural changes for effectiveness and made necessary adjustments.
- Administered general care to patients, including recording of temperature and blood pressure, wound dressing and glucose testing.
- Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain and optimize patient outcomes.
RN Care Coordinator Home Care Contact Position06/2013 to 12/2016Heart To Heart Senior CareCity , STATE
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
- Improved customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
- Works with patient and their family in creating a comprehensive, individualized plan of care to meet each client's goals and adhere to the plan provisions
- Performs a holistic assessment of patients in their homes including area such as medical health, mental health, referral to community resources, caregiver assistance.
- Provide health education to patients and their families when indicated.
- Planned and spearheaded in-service educational programs focusing on fall safety, skin care and adherence to core measures.
Education and Training
Master of Science: NursingExpected in 04/2022Master Of Science Nursing City
Bachelor of Science: Nursing05/2015American Sentinel UniversityCity, State
Associate of Science: Nursing05/2012Prince George's Community CollegeCity, State
Licensure/Certification
- RN-MD: 202313, DC: RN1036782
- LPN-MD: LP40080 DC:LPN1002565
- CPI certified
- Violent and management Deescalation certified
- Delegating Nurse/CMT Instructor
- GNA, CNA Trainer
- Basic Life Support Certification 2022.
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School Attended
- Master Of Science Nursing
- American Sentinel University
- Prince George's Community College
Job Titles Held:
- Psychiatric Registered Nurse Staff Nurse
- RN Case Management/UR Nurse PRN
- Psychiatric Registered Nurse Charge Nurse
- Registered Nurse, MedSurg Staff Nurse
- Correctional Nurse Staff Nurse
- RN Practice Educator Interim RN Staff Nurse
- Licensed Practical Nurse Staff Nurse
- RN Care Coordinator Home Care Contact Position
Degrees
- Master of Science : Nursing Expected in 04/2022
Bachelor of Science : Nursing 05/2015
Associate of Science : Nursing 05/2012
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