Binta Balajo
Forney
Summary
Psychiatric nursing professional with extensive experience in mental health care and patient advocacy. Known for strong focus on team collaboration and achieving positive patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable, skilled in patient assessment and crisis intervention, ensuring comprehensive care in dynamic healthcare settings.
Uses crisis intervention techniques to manage high-stress situations effectively. Knowledge of therapeutic communication to foster patient trust and compliance.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Parkland Hospital
05.2024 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Responded to numerous volatile situations and violent outbreaks to restore safety and security of patients and staff.
- Built trust with patients from various cultural backgrounds through culturally competent care practices tailored to individual needs.
- Ensured patient safety by closely monitoring behaviors, administering medications as prescribed, and intervening during incidents of aggression or selfharm.
- Explained useful coping methods to relieve depression and anxiety.
- Oversaw care of suicidal patients and acted swiftly to reduce risk of harm to themselves or others.
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Medical City Green Oaks Hospital
07.2022 - 05.2024
- Provided direct quality care to patients by monitoring, recording and evaluating psychiatric conditions.
- Responded to numerous volatile situations and violent outbreaks to restore safety and security of patients and staff.
- Administered medication and treatments to patients to observe and record responses.
- Performed patient assessments to monitor expected response to medications and altering treatment plans.
- Oversaw care of suicidal patients and acted swiftly to reduce risk of harm to themselves or others.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
Psychiatric Nurse
University Of Texas At Tyler North Campus
10.2020 - 01.2022
- Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
- Came up with treatment plans and communicated with patients about options, medications and self-management.
- Explained useful coping methods to relieve depression and anxiety.
Registered Nurse
Christus Trinity Mother Frances Hospital
02.2018 - 08.2020
- Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Informed patients and families of effective treatment options and at-home care strategies, enhancing long-term outcomes.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Implemented interventions, including medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
- Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
Nurse
Aveanna Healthcare
02.2016 - 08.2020
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.
- Determined and addresses individual home care needs by completing detailed assessments and reviewing documentation.
- Introduced changes to patient care plans based on regular evaluations and patient changes.
- Delivered oral medications, intramuscular injections, topical medications and respiratory treatments to mitigate or resolve patient symptoms.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Nurse
Melrose Nursing Home
09.2015 - 05.2016
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Vaccinated patients to protect individuals from pneumonia, influenza and other illnesses of concern.
- Helped patients achieve higher standards of living through effective ADL coaching and assistance.
- Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to address new concerns.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety.
- Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis and treatment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Texas At Tyler
Tyler, TX12.2019
Associate of Science - Nursing
Tyler Junior College
Tyler, TX12.2017
Associate of Science - Vocational Nursing
Tyler Junior College
Tyler, TX08.2015
Skills
- Patient Care Planning
- Dementia Knowledge
- Treatment Planning
- Patient and family advocacy
- EMR / EHR
- Medication Administration
- Gastrostomy Buttons Experience
- Patient Care
- Infection Control
- Tracheostomy Care
- Strong clinical judgment
- Chronic disease management
- Acute care expertise
- Mood Disorders
- Crisis Resolution
- Direct Supervision
- PTSD Intervention
- Unit Oversight
Timeline
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Parkland Hospital
05.2024 - Current
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Medical City Green Oaks Hospital
07.2022 - 05.2024
Psychiatric Nurse
University Of Texas At Tyler North Campus
10.2020 - 01.2022
Registered Nurse
Christus Trinity Mother Frances Hospital
02.2018 - 08.2020
Nurse
Aveanna Healthcare
02.2016 - 08.2020
Nurse
Melrose Nursing Home
09.2015 - 05.2016
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Texas At Tyler
Associate of Science - Nursing
Tyler Junior College
Associate of Science - Vocational Nursing
Tyler Junior College
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