Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Certification
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Adrienne Pinchot

Ashland,PA

Summary

Driven and knowledgeable Registered Nurse experienced in treating and caring for medical-surgical, psychiatric, and substance abuse patients. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working efficiently under pressure. Excels in interdisciplinary teamwork and managing multiple priorities in order to improve patient outcomes and satisfaction.

Seasoned professional in behavioral health field. In addition to psychiatric experience as an RN, also previous experience as a Mental Health Case Manager and and Outpatient Mental Health Therapist.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse

Silver Pines Treatment Center
04.2023 - Current
  • Drug and alcohol detox and residential treatment center.
  • Holistic treatment approach for substance abuse and behavioral health.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Managed care from admission to discharge.
  • Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.

Registered Nurse

Reading Hospital - Tower Health
09.2018 - Current
  • Medical Complexity Unit- A specialized unit serving medical-surgical patients with an active psychiatric diagnosis, active substance abuse/withdrawal.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Managed care from admission to discharge.
  • Educated patients on self-care techniques such as wound management, medication administration, and lifestyle modifications to promote long-term wellness.
  • Provided inpatient care to diverse population of adult medical and surgical patients.
  • Effectively managed time and prioritized tasks to ensure timely administration of medications, treatments, and procedures.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to optimize patient outcomes through effective communication and care coordination.
  • Contributed to a positive work culture by serving as a mentor (preceptor, charge nurse) for new nurses and participating in shared governance initiatives within the organization.
  • Acted as an advocate for patients' needs while maintaining adherence to legal requirements and ethical nursing practices.

Outpatient Mental Health Therapist

NHS Human Services
02.2016 - 01.2017
  • Provide therapeutic services to adults with mental health and substance abuse diagnoses in order to enhance optimal functioning.
  • Maintained detailed documentation of client progress, effectively communicating with other healthcare providers as necessary.
  • Evaluated treatment effectiveness regularly, adjusting intervention strategies based on client feedback and clinical judgment as required.
  • Tailored therapeutic approaches to meet the unique needs of diverse client populations, including individuals with substance use disorders and trauma histories.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to provide holistic care for clients, addressing physical, emotional, and social needs.
  • Continuous assessment, treatment team collaboration, documentation.

Outpatient Mental Health Therapist

The RedCo Group
05.2015 - 06.2016
  • Provide therapeutic services to children, adolescents, and adults with mental health diagnoses in order to enhance optimal functioning.
  • Maintained detailed documentation of client progress, effectively communicating with other healthcare providers as necessary.
  • Evaluated treatment effectiveness regularly, adjusting intervention strategies based on client feedback and clinical judgment as required.
  • Tailored therapeutic approaches to meet the unique needs of diverse client populations, including individuals with substance use disorders and trauma histories.
  • Supervised busy caseload, managing clients, balancing workload and prioritizing client needs.
  • Provided comprehensive case management services, created treatment plans, and connected clients and families to appropriate resources.
  • Provided crisis intervention services to clients experiencing acute mental health distress, ensuring safety and stabilization.
  • Continuous assessment, treatment team collaboration, and documentation.
  • Chart Review

Mental Health Case Manager

Service Access And Management, Inc.
03.2013 - 01.2015
  • Enhanced collaboration with interdisciplinary teams for better service delivery and client support.
  • Supervised In-Home Support Counselor on clinical issues, casework issues and written reports for each case.
  • Improved client outcomes by conducting comprehensive assessments and developing tailored treatment plans.
  • Coordinated care transitions between different levels of care, ensuring seamless continuity of services for clients during critical periods in their recovery journey.
  • Collaborated with community organizations to enhance available mental health resources for clients in need.
  • Increased client satisfaction with timely interventions and effective case management strategies.
  • Monitored client progress through regular evaluations, adjusting treatment plans as needed for optimal results.
  • Managed caseloads effectively, prioritizing urgent cases and ensuring timely followups.
  • Conducted crisis interventions to respond to clients in crisis, assess immediate needs and provide support and resources.
  • Worked with Medicaid, Medicare, and individuals without insurance.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Chamberlain University
04.2021

Diploma - Nursing

Joseph F. McCloskey School of Nursing
08.2018

Master of Arts - Forensic Psychology

Fairleigh Dickinson University
02.2013

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Pennsylvania State University
05.2010

Skills

  • Documentation and Charting
  • Case Management
  • Patient Management
  • Epic EHR Management
  • Psychiatric and Mental Health Care
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Patient Assessments
  • Behavioral Health Knowledge
  • Computer Literacy
  • Adaptability
  • Medical-Surgical

Affiliations

  • American Psychiatric Nurses Association

Certification

  • Pennsylvania Registered Nurse License (willing and able to be licensed in other states as well)
  • Certified Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse (January 2021)
  • Psychiatric Mental Health Board Certified (January 2021)
  • CPR Certification

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Silver Pines Treatment Center
04.2023 - Current

Registered Nurse

Reading Hospital - Tower Health
09.2018 - Current

Outpatient Mental Health Therapist

NHS Human Services
02.2016 - 01.2017

Outpatient Mental Health Therapist

The RedCo Group
05.2015 - 06.2016

Mental Health Case Manager

Service Access And Management, Inc.
03.2013 - 01.2015

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Chamberlain University

Diploma - Nursing

Joseph F. McCloskey School of Nursing

Master of Arts - Forensic Psychology

Fairleigh Dickinson University

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Pennsylvania State University
  • Pennsylvania Registered Nurse License (willing and able to be licensed in other states as well)
  • Certified Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse (January 2021)
  • Psychiatric Mental Health Board Certified (January 2021)
  • CPR Certification
Adrienne Pinchot