registered nurse resume example with 20+ years of experience
JessicaClaire
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Summary
Registered Nurse with 18+ years experience in clinical settings providing nursing care to diverse populations of patients suffering from various forms of mental illnesses, medical issues, psychological disorders, and substance abuse problems. From performing assessments to participating in crisis interventions and administering appropriate treatments, my ability to connect with individuals and establish trusting relationships along with my strong communication and assessment capabilities position me to succeed in this challenging role.
Skills
Good communication with patients and family members.
Good writing skills
Good nursing skills, medical knowledge, and teaching Skills
Leadership qualities.
Computer literacy
Good Psychological and Medical Assessment Skills
Good Clinical Skills
Critical thinking skills
Patients rights
Experience
Registered Nurse, 07/2005 to 09/2022 Corizon Health, Inc. – Saint Joseph, MO,
provided vital nursing support and treatment to psychiatric patients on a 32 bed closed adult unit suffering from a broad range of afflictions, including schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, depression, anxiety disorder and substance abuse disorder
Provided direct quality care to patients including daily monitoring, recording, and evaluating psychiatric medical conditions of up to 12 patients per day
Administered medications and treatments ordered by a physician
Identified behavioral problems to make suitable recommendations
Developed and implemented treatment plans for patients with broad range of mental health issues
Mentored a vast number of Nursing cohorts of nursing students from colleges and universities and newly hired graduate nurses as well
Provided therapeutic interactions with patients to assist them while in crisis
Applied both psychiatric and medical nursing skills to effectively multi-task and stay organized
Collaborated with the treatment team about the progress of each patient's treatment goals
Assessed the condition and implemented nursing care plans of assigned patients
Served as unit charge nurse a few times a week and distributed assignments to RNs and Behavioral Technicians to promote proper care standards for patients.
Field RN , 10/2009 to 03/2013 Landmark Health – Binghamton, NY,
Delivered in-home care to 6 patients with various ailments, administering intramuscular medications, diabetic care, wound care and chronic disease management.
Demonstrated and encouraged medical independence including self-injections, wound care and timely self-medication.
Completed initial assessments of patients and family to determine and address individual home care needs.
Developed care plans, covering goals based on nursing diagnosis and incorporating therapeutic, preventive and rehabilitative nursing actions.
Notified physicians of changes in patients' conditions.
Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit, 06/2004 to 07/2005 Dacco – Tampa, FL,
Administered medications and treatments as directed and as appropriate for patient's medical care in collaboration with multi-disciplinary team.
Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
Behavioral Health Technician, 09/1995 to 06/2004 Lehigh Valley Hospital & Health – Wind Gap, PA,
Provided support to patients with psychiatric problems as well as substance abuse issues on a 32 bed adult unit and a 18 bed geriatric unit
Assisted patients, working under direction of nursing and medical staff in psychiatric setting, to become accustomed to routines and participating in social/recreational activities to promote rehabilitation
Monitored patients on Q15 minute rounds and maintained all precautions
Performed safety checks to ensure no contrabands are found on patients or in their rooms
Prepared meals and performed all duties as assigned
Assisted patients with their ADL's
Provided one on one care/observation for patients as needed
Checked patients vital signs
Ensured patients food and fluid intake are maintained according to diet plan
Supervised and reported abnormal patient behavior to health professionals
Mental Health Technician, 03/1992 to 08/1995 Company Name – City, State,
Provided support to patients with psychiatric problems as well as substance abuse issues while rotating between intensive care psychiatric unit, geriatric psychiatric unit and detoxification unit
Took and recorded patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure and report abnormal findings to charge nurse if applicable
Assisted in admissions and orientation of patients to unit
Measured and monitored patients' vital signs and assisted with activities of daily living
Worked alongside licensed staff to implement and revise individual patient treatment plans and goals
Monitored and ensured safety of clients at high risk for harmful behavior to self or others
Prepared meals and performed all duties as assigned
Supervised patients while they performed their daily grooming to ensure complete safety
Ensured patients food and fluid intake are maintained according to diet plan
Conducted head counts and bed checks every 15 minutes
Checked for patient contraband
Assisted in therapeutic and recreational activities
Education and Training
Bachelor of Science: Nursing, Expected in to West Coast University - North Hollywood, CA GPA:
Associate of Science: Nursing, Expected in to Miami Dade College - Miami, FL GPA:
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