Amber Vernon
Folsom,LA
Summary
Friendly Company Nurse committed to maintaining employee health and wellness through careful monitoring and preventive care. Performing screenings, evaluations and assessments to understand individual conditions and concerns. Excellent writing skills to document findings accurately and confidentially.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Behavioral Health Charge Registered Nurse
Northlake Behavioral Health System
Mandeville, LA
02.2024 - Current
- Maintained a safe environment by following established policies and procedures related to security protocols within the facility.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
- Coordinated communication between physicians and other healthcare professionals regarding patient care.
- Delegated tasks appropriately among staff members according to their qualifications.
Registered Nurse, Behavioral Health
Lakeview Regional Medical Center
Covington, LA
08.2022 - 02.2024
- Monitored patients prescribed psychotropic medications to assess medications' effectiveness and side effects.
- Implemented behavioral management interventions to defuse and de-escalate volatile situations.
- Promoted self-efficacy and self-management plans to stabilize behaviors.
- Assessed patients for risk of suicide or self-harm and implemented safety protocols as necessary.
Correctional Registered Nurse
CorrectHealth
Covington, LA
03.2021 - 03.2023
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Registered Nurse, Behavioral Health
Louisiana Methodist Children Home
Loranger, LA
09.2021 - 07.2022
- Documented behavioral incidents to keep accurate records.
- Completed daily client rounds and tracked client movements.
- Followed standard admissions procedures and documentation requirements for client intakes.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
Registered Nurse Supervisor
Belle Maison Nursing Home
Hammond, LA
05.2020 - 03.2021
- Partnered with organizational and unit leaders to devise QA/QI initiatives, continuously improving delivery of care, patient outcomes and overall services.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Advised, coached and mentored experienced and student nurses on medical issues, crisis management and appropriate nursing interventions.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
Director of Nursing
Longbranch Healthcare
Abita Springs, LA
02.2020 - 05.2020
- Assessed competency of clinical staff to promote quality, continuity and safety.
- Oversaw explanation of personnel policies and job descriptions as part of nursing employee orientation process.
- Monitored development, implementation and updates of individualized care plans.
- Coordinated medical and health services in compliance with government regulations and policies set by board of trustees.
Behavioral Health Charge Registered Nurse
Northlake Behavioral Health System
Mandeville, LA
09.2019 - 02.2020
- Implemented behavioral management interventions to defuse and de-escalate volatile situations.
- Promoted self-efficacy and self-management plans to stabilize behaviors.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary professionals to determine and provide best possible care for patients.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Children's Hospital New Orleans
New Orleans, LA
04.2019 - 08.2019
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
North Oaks Medical Center
Hammond, LA
04.2018 - 04.2019
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
- Exhibited professionalism and leadership to peers by participating in professional activities and continuing education.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Southeastern Louisiana University
Hammond, LA12.2017
Skills
- Unit administration
- Medical screening
- Patient monitoring
- BAC screening/drug screen collection
- Staff Development and Precepting
- Family and patient support
- Health care consultation
- Emergency Response
Timeline
Behavioral Health Charge Registered Nurse
Northlake Behavioral Health System
02.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse, Behavioral Health
Lakeview Regional Medical Center
08.2022 - 02.2024
Registered Nurse, Behavioral Health
Louisiana Methodist Children Home
09.2021 - 07.2022
Correctional Registered Nurse
CorrectHealth
03.2021 - 03.2023
Registered Nurse Supervisor
Belle Maison Nursing Home
05.2020 - 03.2021
Director of Nursing
Longbranch Healthcare
02.2020 - 05.2020
Behavioral Health Charge Registered Nurse
Northlake Behavioral Health System
09.2019 - 02.2020
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Children's Hospital New Orleans
04.2019 - 08.2019
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
North Oaks Medical Center
04.2018 - 04.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Southeastern Louisiana University
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