Amanda McCloskey
Ramsey,MN
Summary
Experienced Registered Nurse with over 10 years in psychiatric and long-term care settings, including 7+ years in leadership roles. Proven ability to manage high-acuity environments, optimize patient safety, and lead multidisciplinary teams. Skilled in crisis intervention, staff development, and quality improvement initiatives. Committed to delivering compassionate, evidence-based care while fostering collaboration and efficiency across units.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Mental Health Patient Care Supervisor
M Health Fairview
08.2025 - Current
- Directs daily operations, staffing, scheduling, workflow, and resource management for mental health teams.
- Assists in the hiring, training, mentoring, and the evaluations of staff while fostering professional growth.
- Drives patient-centered care initiatives, monitors outcomes, and supports quality improvement efforts.
- Ensures regulatory compliance, manage budgets, and address complex patient needs in mental health and substance use treatment.
Charge Nurse
PrairieCare Inpatient Psychiatric Hospital
03.2018 - 08.2025
- Oversaw administrative and operational functions for a 94-bed adolescent and pediatric mental health hospital.
- Supported nurse managers in optimizing quality of care, cost-effectiveness, and patient safety.
- Served on organizational committees focused on staff morale, inter-unit collaboration, and training needs.
- Led orientation, training, and performance evaluation of new nursing staff.
Floor Nurse
PrairieCare Inpatient Psychiatric Hospital
03.2018 - 08.2025
- Delivered comprehensive care for children, adolescents, and young adults in psychiatric crisis.
- Developed individualized care plans, provided crisis intervention, and administered medications with accurate documentation.
- Educated patients and families on medication adherence and treatment plans.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to implement and evaluate treatment goals.
Registered Nurse
Saint Anthony Health Care Center
01.2016 - 01.2020
- Directed nursing staff to improve workplace efficiency and patient outcomes.
- Administered medications and treatments while ensuring accurate documentation.
- Conducted assessments for patients with varying acuity levels and collaborated with physicians for rapid interventions.
Direct Support Professional
Bethesda Lutheran Communities
01.2013 - 01.2016
- Assisted adults with mental and physical disabilities in daily living activities and medication administration.
- Implemented therapeutic techniques to support treatment goals and independence.
- Responded calmly to crisis situations and managed aggressive behaviors effectively.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Metropolitan State University
St. Paul, MN01.2018
Associate Degree in Nursing - undefined
Anoka Ramsey Community College
Coon Rapids, MN01.2015
Skills
- Psychiatric Nursing & Crisis Intervention
- Leadership & Staff Development
- Quality & Safety Optimization
- Patient-Centered Care
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration
Timeline
Mental Health Patient Care Supervisor
M Health Fairview
08.2025 - Current
Charge Nurse
PrairieCare Inpatient Psychiatric Hospital
03.2018 - 08.2025
Floor Nurse
PrairieCare Inpatient Psychiatric Hospital
03.2018 - 08.2025
Registered Nurse
Saint Anthony Health Care Center
01.2016 - 01.2020
Direct Support Professional
Bethesda Lutheran Communities
01.2013 - 01.2016
Associate Degree in Nursing - undefined
Anoka Ramsey Community College
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Metropolitan State University