Andrew Hall
Pittsburgh,PA
Summary
Psychiatric/LTC Nurse experienced in delivering compassionate care with career spanning 10 years. Friendly professional with exceptional knowledge of medications, medical terminology and holistic coping mechanisms. Well-versed in providing quick intervention, medication and support to patients with acute, chronic and drug induced mental illness.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Psychiatric Nurse
St. Clair Hospital
11.2021 - Current
- Performed patient assessments to monitor expected response to medications and altering treatment plans.
- Explained useful coping methods to relieve depression and anxiety.
- Coordinated with medical and paramedical professionals to provide appropriate input and effectively formulate and implement treatment plans for patients.
- Conducted therapy for mentally ill patients in group and individual settings to assist patients in achieving normalcy.
- Oversaw care of suicidal patients and acted swiftly to reduce risk of harm to themselves or others.
Charge Nurse, LTC/Dementia Unit
Kane Regional Nursing Care Center
05.2016 - Current
- Demonstrated knowledge of human behavior and performance in regards to individual differences in personality, motivation, learning and interests.
- Collaborated in the formation of key performance indicators and outcome measures in the continuum of Crisis Care Services.
- Assisted the interdisciplinary team in developing, implementing and evaluating the resident's treatment plan.
- Monitored nursing care, patient assessment processes and treatment implementations.
Professional Staff Nurse
Presbyterian Senior Care
07.2012 - 04.2016
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring and specimen collection.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic and cognitive status of patients.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
Graduate Registered Nurse/ICU
UPMC Presbyterian Hospital
11.2011 - 06.2012
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Explained health care issues and ramifications to patients and families to promote informed medical care choices
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Education
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
St. Margaret's School of Nursing
Blawnox, PA10.2011
Skills
- Process evaluation
- Patient Care Planning
- Medical Record Auditing
- Employee Performance
Certification
- RN License - #RN638126
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support (CPR and AED)
Timeline
Psychiatric Nurse
St. Clair Hospital
11.2021 - Current
Charge Nurse, LTC/Dementia Unit
Kane Regional Nursing Care Center
05.2016 - Current
Professional Staff Nurse
Presbyterian Senior Care
07.2012 - 04.2016
Graduate Registered Nurse/ICU
UPMC Presbyterian Hospital
11.2011 - 06.2012
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
St. Margaret's School of Nursing
- RN License - #RN638126
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support (CPR and AED)
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