Benjamin Klima
Eureka,CA
Summary
Highly trained Psychiatric Staff Nurse offering well-developed interpersonal, acute care treatment, and relationship-building skills. Pleasant personality and well-developed skills helping patients stay calm and communicative.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Department Of Health And Human Services
05.2023 - Current
- Served as a resource for nursing staff, guiding the application of evidence-based practices in the psychiatric setting.
- Ensured patient safety by closely monitoring behaviors, administering medications as prescribed, and intervening during incidents of aggression or self-harm.
- Demonstrated a positive attitude, supporting colleagues during challenging situations, and celebrating shared successes.
- Collaborated with psychiatrists to adjust treatment plans based on observed changes in symptoms or behavior patterns among patients.
- Mentored nursing students during clinical rotations, sharing knowledge and expertise while promoting their professional growth.
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Faith Regional Health Services
04.2022 - 04.2023
- Administered medication and treatments to patients and observed and recorded responses.
- Taught patients useful coping
- Promoted a therapeutic environment by establishing rapport, maintaining boundaries, and fostering open communication with patients and families.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions for diverse populations addressing issues such as coping skills and methods to relieve depression and anxiety.
Registered Nurse
Vista Knoll Behavioral Health
08.2019 - 03.2021
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
Enlisted Soldier
US Army
10.2012 - 10.2020
- Collaborated with fellow service members from other branches during joint exercises, demonstrating adaptability and teamwork capabilities.
- Managed logistics for large-scale military exercises, ensuring timely delivery of supplies and resources to support operations.
- Conducted thorough risk assessments for various missions, implementing safety measures that minimized potential hazards to personnel and equipment.
- Improved team morale by consistently providing clear communication and implementing positive reinforcement strategies.
Education
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Glendale Career College
Glendale, CA07.2019
Skills
- Treatment Planning
- Crisis Intervention
- Service Coordination
- Patient Assessments
- De-escalation techniques
- Cultural competence
- Crisis Management
- AHA BLS
- CPI
Timeline
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Department Of Health And Human Services
05.2023 - Current
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Faith Regional Health Services
04.2022 - 04.2023
Registered Nurse
Vista Knoll Behavioral Health
08.2019 - 03.2021
Enlisted Soldier
US Army
10.2012 - 10.2020
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Glendale Career College
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