Psychiatric Registered Nurse composed and polished even in high-stress situations. Collaborative leader and team player willing to pitch in and assist with any task. Dedicated to coaching and training other health team personnel. possessing skills needed to help mental health patients make beneficial life changes. Ready to tackle new nursing position helping people lead healthy, successful lives.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Saint Clare's Behavioral Health Hospital
Boonton
01.2018 - Current
Documented observations, interventions and concerns in patient charts and electronic systems, sustaining continuum of care from admission through to discharge.
Conducted 15-minute and unscheduled checks on patients, immediately responding to hazardous incidents or crises to maintain safe milieu.
Recorded comprehensive patient histories and coordinated treatment plans with multi-disciplinary team members.
Organized treatment projects that focused on problem solving skills and creative thinking.
Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis, treatment and disease management, equipping them with tools to achieve and maintain optimal psychiatric and mental health.
Documented all medications administered to mental health patients, following instructions from physicians and healthcare providers.
Followed safety protocols when administering subcutaneous and intramuscular injections.
Provided client assessments upon admission and discharge.
Communicated with patients regarding continuing care and medications and discussed treatment plans with family members and guardians.
Met patient needs by devising and coordinating highly tailored care plans for each individual.
Improved operations by working with team members and customers to find workable solutions.
Cultivated relationships with patients, discussing ways to help improve overall health while alleviating self-harm practices.
Effectively managed daily charting for each patient.
Registered Nurse
Merry Heart Assisted Living
Boonton
06.2017 - 01.2018
Monitored post-op vitals, set up PCA, fluids, reviewed post-op orders and assimilated patients to unit.
Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
Executed appropriate steps for patient treatment following careful review of physician medical regimen.
Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.