Autumn Gardner
Hanover,PA
Summary
Highly trained Psychiatric Staff Nurse offering well-developed interpersonal, acute care treatment and relationship building skills. Promoting pleasant personality and skills helping patients stay calm and communicative.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
WellSpan York Hospital
11.2022 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing tailored nursing care plans for individuals with psychiatric disorders.
- Promoted a therapeutic environment by establishing rapport, maintaining boundaries, and fostering open communication with patients and families.
- Contributed to improved team morale by demonstrating a positive attitude, supporting colleagues during challenging situations, and celebrating shared successes.
- Collaborated proactively with psychiatrists to adjust treatment plans based on observed changes in symptoms or behavior patterns among patients.
NICU Registered Nurse
UPMC
03.2021 - 09.2022
- Improved patient outcomes by providing exceptional care for critically ill neonates in a Level II NICU setting.
- Enhanced interdisciplinary communication by participating in daily rounds and collaborating with multidisciplinary medical teams.
- Promoted family-centered care, involving parents in the decision-making process and educating them about their infant''s condition.
- Assisted physicians with neonatal procedures such as intubation, umbilical line insertion, and lumbar puncture.
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Sheppard Pratt
05.2019 - 01.2021
- Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing tailored nursing care plans for individuals with psychiatric disorders.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for patients.
- Promoted a therapeutic environment by establishing rapport, maintaining boundaries, and fostering open communication with patients and families.
- Covered as charge nurse when needed which requires supervising nursing staff and monitor their needs, oversee patient admissions, transfers, and discharges
Mental Health Technician
Sheppard Pratt
11.2018 - 05.2019
- Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate care and support during their mental health journey.
- Provided crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques for patients experiencing emotional distress or exhibiting aggressive behaviors.
- Implemented group therapy sessions, facilitating open communication and fostering a supportive community among patients.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Downers Grove, IL06.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT12.2021
Associate of Science - Nursing
Anne Arundel Community College
Arnold, MD06.2019
Skills
- Crisis Intervention
- Discharge Planning
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
Timeline
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
WellSpan York Hospital
11.2022 - Current
NICU Registered Nurse
UPMC
03.2021 - 09.2022
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Sheppard Pratt
05.2019 - 01.2021
Mental Health Technician
Sheppard Pratt
11.2018 - 05.2019
Master of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Anne Arundel Community College