Adewale Tijani
Chicago,IL
Summary
Dynamic and detail-oriented nursing professional with experience, excelling in skilled nursing management and psychiatric nursing. Proven expertise in staff supervision, regulatory compliance, and resource management. Skilled in fostering a collaborative environment, improving patient outcomes, and implementing efficient workflows. Dedicated to maintaining excellence in healthcare delivery while mentoring staff and optimizing unit performance.environment.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Psychotropic Nurse
Bria of Forest Edge
06.2022 - Current
- Conduct mental health assessments and monitor patient conditions.
- Administer and manage psychotropic medications.
- Educate patients on medications, side effects, and adherence.
- Provide individual or group therapy using evidence-based approaches.
- Facilitate crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques.
- Advocate for patients’ rights and reduce mental health stigma.
- Develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
- Manage acute psychiatric crises and ensure patient safety.
- Maintain accurate documentation and report patient progress.
- Support patients in developing coping and life skills.
- Coordinate discharge planning and follow-up care.
- Stay updated on psychiatric nursing practices through continuing education.
- Create a safe, supportive, and therapeutic environment for patients.
- Encourage patient participation in their recovery process.
Unit Manager
Bria of Forest Edge
06.2022 - Current
- Oversee daily operations and staffing of the nursing unit.
- Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and standards.
- Develop and implement policies and procedures for the unit.
- Supervise, mentor, and evaluate nursing staff performance.
- Coordinate patient care and ensure high-quality service delivery.
- Address patient and family concerns or complaints.
- Facilitate communication between staff, patients, and other departments.
- Monitor patient outcomes and implement quality improvement initiatives.
- Ensure accurate documentation and record-keeping.
- Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals.
- Maintain a safe and efficient working environment.
- Handle emergencies and resolve conflicts within the unit.
Social Service Director
Bria of Forest Edge
08.2019 - 12.2021
- Referred clients to appropriate team members, community agencies and organizations to meet treatment needs.
- Oversaw staff development through in-depth trainings, workshops, seminars, and other learning opportunities.
- Developed and implemented variety of innovative policies and strategies to promote client self-sufficiency.
- Championed client-centered approach throughout organization, leading to increased satisfaction rates amongst service recipients.
- Implemented data-driven decision-making tools to track progress towards program goals and outcomes.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
12-2024
LPN - Nursing
11-2021
Skills
- Nursing staff leadership
- Care coordination
- Clinical judgment
- Patient management
- Mental health care
- Unit administration
- Care planning
- Healthcare ethics
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Psychotropic Nurse - Bria of Forest Edge
06.2022 - Current
Unit Manager - Bria of Forest Edge
06.2022 - Current
Social Service Director - Bria of Forest Edge
08.2019 - 12.2021
Rasmussen University - Associate of Science, Nursing
Adonis College of Nursing - LPN, Nursing
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