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Addecia Abel

Oak Lawn,IL

Work Preference

Desired Job Title

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Work Type

Full Time

Location Preference

On-SiteRemoteHybrid
Location: Oak Lawn, ILChicago, IL
Open to relocation: Yes

Important To Me

Work from home optionPersonal development programsWork-life balanceFlexible work hoursCareer advancementHealthcare benefitsPaid time offCompany Culture

Summary

Outgoing Psychiatric Staff Nurse experienced in delivering psychiatric care and mental health support. Enhanced patient outcomes through therapeutic communication and evidence-based practices while fostering strong interpersonal relationships. Focused on improving healthcare quality and driving organizational growth by utilizing effective problem-solving and time management skills.

Overview

2
2
Certification
14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse

Noble Plus Home Health
Chicago, IL
08.2024 - Current
  • Monitored patient vital signs, documenting changes to inform care plans and improve health outcomes.
  • Administered medications and treatments per physician's orders, ensuring patient safety and compliance.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop personalized care strategies for diverse patient needs.
  • Educated patients and families on disease management, promoting understanding and adherence to treatment plans.

Registered Nurse

ESHYFT
Chicago, IL
03.2021 - 07.2024
  • Developed personalized care plans to meet individual patient needs effectively.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient treatment strategies.
  • Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care.
  • Administered medications and monitored patient vitals for optimal health outcomes.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.

Mental Health Registered Nurse

Bentub Hospital
Houston, TX
07.2020 - 02.2021

Collaborated with psychiatrists and nursing staff in high-pressure mental health emergency room environment.

Assisted in implementing De-escalation techniques to resolve conflicts effectively. Provided support to team members in utilizing deescalation techniques during challenging situations. Facilitated discussions that employed deescalation techniques to promote understanding.

Administered medication to patients. Assisted in discussing diagnoses with doctors. Supported discharge planning for patient care.

Mental Health Registered Nurse

Thorek Hospital
Chicago, IL
04.2012 - 10.2019
  • Assisted nursing staff in managing patient care responsibilities. Supported team members in delivering quality healthcare services. Provided guidance to nursing personnel during shifts.
  • Facilitated meetings with psychiatrist to evaluate patient medication regimens and discharge strategies.
  • Mentored and guided new nurses through comprehensive training programs.
  • Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify patients' mental health needs and risks.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
  • Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure effective treatment outcomes.
  • Led patient education sessions on coping strategies and self-management techniques.

Education

Master of Science - Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Walden University
Minneapolis, MN
06.2024

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Chamberlain College of Nursing
Chicago, IL
03.2017

Skills

  • Charge nurse
  • staffing with psychiatrist to discuss patients medication changes, diagnosis and discharge plan
  • strong knowledge on mental health mediations and diagnosis
  • Medication administration
  • Patient assessments
  • Patient evaluations
  • Direct patient care
  • Infection control
  • Patient care
  • Charting documentation
  • Strong clinical judgment
  • Patient and family advocacy

Accomplishments

Masters degree in nursing with a focus on mental health nurse practitioner

licensed mental health nurse practitioner by the state of illinois.

Certification

  • Licensed metal health nurse practitioner
  • registered nurse

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Noble Plus Home Health
08.2024 - Current

Registered Nurse

ESHYFT
03.2021 - 07.2024

Mental Health Registered Nurse

Bentub Hospital
07.2020 - 02.2021

Mental Health Registered Nurse

Thorek Hospital
04.2012 - 10.2019

Master of Science - Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Walden University

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Chamberlain College of Nursing