Alexis Sheridan
Summary
Dedicated Psychiatric Registered Nurse with extensive experience in psychiatric care and proven ability to enhance patient outcomes. Expertise in crisis intervention and patient assessment within high-pressure environments. Collaborative approach with multidisciplinary teams to support tailored treatment plans.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Porter Starke
07.2024 - 09.2025
- Achieved optimal therapeutic outcomes by administering psychiatric medications and monitoring responses.
- Developed individualized care plans through collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify patients' mental health needs and goals.
- Effectively managed acute psychiatric episodes using crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques.
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Neuropsychiatric Hospital
03.2024 - 05.2024
- Enhanced patient understanding of mental health through education and support.
- Ensured safety by monitoring behaviors and administering prescribed medications promptly.
- Advocated for patient rights, emphasizing health and safety during care.
- Established therapeutic rapport, fostering open communication with patients and families.
Mental Health Technician
Saint Anthony Hospital
11.2021 - 02.2023
- Enhanced patient recovery through compassionate support during mental health treatment.
- Developed tailored treatment plans addressing unique patient needs for better outcomes.
- Implemented crisis interventions to de-escalate emotional distress and aggressive behaviors.
- Contributed insights in multidisciplinary team meetings to improve patient care strategies.
Clinical Nursing Student
Rasmussen College
10.2019 - 03.2021
- Improved patient care by diligently monitoring and recording vital signs and symptoms
- Assessed patients needs and developed individualized care plans to enhance recovery
- Developed strong rapport with patients through active listening, empathy, and effective communication skills
- Actively sought feedback from clinical instructors and preceptors to continuously improve nursing practice and professionalism
Education
No Degree - Medical Science
Western Illinois University
Macomb, ILAssociate of Science - Nursing
Rasmussen College
Romeoville, IL03.2021
Skills
- Patient Safety Management
- Behavior Management
- Patient Assessment
- Clinical Judgment
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Task Prioritization
- De-escalation techniques
- Critical Thinking
Accomplishments
- Quality Assurance - Ensured and enforced medical office compliance with HIPAA and OSHA regulations for maximum quality and control
- Clinical Skills - Monitored patients respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration
Certification
- CPI training, Porter Starke - 2024
- CPR/AED, Neuropsychiatric Hospital - 2024
- Licensed Registered Nurse - 2023
Languages
English
Timeline
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Porter Starke
07.2024 - 09.2025
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Neuropsychiatric Hospital
03.2024 - 05.2024
Mental Health Technician
Saint Anthony Hospital
11.2021 - 02.2023
Clinical Nursing Student
Rasmussen College
10.2019 - 03.2021
No Degree - Medical Science
Western Illinois University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Rasmussen College