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April Meador
Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center
Doniphan,MO
Work Preference
Job Search Status:
Open to work
Desired start date:
Open to discussion
Desired Job Title
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse PractitionerPMHNP
Work Type
Full Time
Location Preference
On-SiteRemote
Location:
Doniphan, MOPoplar Bluff, MO
Open to relocation:
No
Important To Me
Healthcare benefitsCompany CultureFlexible work hoursPaid time off401k matchPaid sick leave
1
Certification
22
Years of experience
Recent graduate with foundational knowledge in psychiatric-mental health nursing and hands-on experience gained through academic projects and internships. Demonstrates strong teamwork, problem-solving, and time-management skills. Prepared to start career and make meaningful contributions with commitment and drive. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Work History
Registered Nurse
10 Years 2 Months- Administer medications and monitor patient responses to ensure optimal therapeutic outcomes.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement personalized care plans.
- Conduct comprehensive mental health assessments to identify patient needs and treatment goals.
- Educate patients and families on mental health conditions, treatment options, and coping strategies.
- Lead crisis intervention efforts to de-escalate situations and promote patient safety.
- Responded to numerous volatile situations and violent outbreaks to restore safety and security of patients and staff.
- Ensured patient safety by closely monitoring behaviors, administering medications as prescribed, and intervening during incidents of aggression or selfharm.
- Oversaw care of suicidal patients and acted swiftly to reduce risk of harm to themselves or others.
- Promoted a therapeutic environment by establishing rapport, maintaining boundaries, and fostering open communication with patients and families.
- Conducted comprehensive psychiatric assessments to develop individualized care plans.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal therapeutic outcomes.
- Advocated for patients' rights and needs, fostering a supportive environment conducive to recovery.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Administered medication and treatments to patients to observe and record responses.
- Performed patient assessments to monitor expected response to medications and altering treatment plans.
- Contributed to improved team morale by demonstrating a positive attitude, supporting colleagues during challenging situations, and celebrating shared successes.
Assistant Director of Nursing
2 Years- Developed and implemented nursing protocols to enhance patient care standards.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize treatment plans and improve patient outcomes.
- Mentored nursing staff on best practices and compliance with regulatory guidelines.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations of nursing staff, fostering professional development opportunities.
- Facilitated training sessions on new healthcare technologies and best practices for nursing staff integration.
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
- Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, residents, and families.
- Managed nursing schedules and budgets, streamlining processes for cost savings while maintaining high-quality patient care.
- Evaluated staff performance regularly, providing feedback and guidance for improvement when necessary.
- Established and monitored infection control programs to provide safe, sanitary environment to prevent transmission of disease and infection.
- Communicated with patients, ensuring that medical information was kept private.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Practice
GPA: 3.7 GPA
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Practice
Skills
Medication and IV administration
Medication administration
Direct patient care
Patient assessments
Documentation and charting
Patient assessment
Mental health evaluation
Clinical documentation
Crisis intervention
Suicide prevention
De-escalation techniques
Basic life support
Critical thinking
Strong clinical judgment
CPR certification
Certified in CPR/AED
Nursing care
Nonviolent crisis intervention (NVCI)
Teamwork and collaboration
Compassionate and caring
Multitasking Abilities
Reliability
Certification
- Qualified Mental Health Professional Training - 2023
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center
04.2016 - 06.2026Read More
Assistant Director of Nursing
Mark Twain Caring Center
04.2014 - 04.2016Read More
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Bachelor of Science from Nursing Practice
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Maryville University of Saint Louis
Master of Science from Nursing Practice
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