Brandi Lawhorn
Bluffton,IN
Summary
Behavioral Health Registered Nurse with 8 years background caring for vulnerable patients with varying degrees of mental illness and substance-alcohol dependency. Well-versed in developing and implementing effective treatment plans and monitoring patient progress. Caring and compassionate professional dedicated to administering quality patient care to promote healing and health.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Travel Correctional Nurse
Maxim Healthcare
Indiana
05.2024 - 11.2024
- Educated inmates about their health conditions and self-care routines for better disease management.
- Promoted a safe environment for both staff and inmates by adhering to institutional policies regarding contraband control, safety measures, and crisis intervention techniques.
- Safeguarded medication administration process by adhering to stringent security procedures and regulations specific to correctional facilities.
Travel Registered Nurse
Aya Healthcare
Clarksburg, WV
10.2023 - 05.2024
- Enhanced patient safety by conducting regular environmental assessments to identify and mitigate potential risks within the behavioral health unit.
- Conducted group therapy sessions to facilitate peer support, coping skill development, and emotional expression among patients.
Travel Registered Nurse
Aya Healthcare
Cincinnati, OH
07.2023 - 10.2023
- Demonstrated adaptability when assigned to different units or shifts as needed, seamlessly integrating into diverse healthcare teams while maintaining exceptional performance levels.
Behavioral Health Registered Nurse
Parkview Behavioral Health
Fort Wayne, IN
03.2021 - 07.2023
- Monitor youth patients prescribed psychotropic medications to assess medications' effectiveness and side effects.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
Travel Registered Nurse
Medical Staffing Solutions Llc
Evansville, IN
07.2018 - 03.2021
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Learned and developed unique skills, specialties and practices based on site and patient needs.
- Furnished emotional, psychological and spiritual support to patients and families to establish compassionate environment.
Substance Abuse Registered Nurse
St Vincent Kokomo Hospital
Kokomo, IN
07.2016 - 06.2018
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Ivy Tech
05.2016
Skills
- Intake and discharge
- Mental Illness Treatment
- Crisis Management
- Employee Training
- Rapport Building
Certification
BLS
Timeline
Travel Correctional Nurse
Maxim Healthcare
05.2024 - 11.2024
Travel Registered Nurse
Aya Healthcare
10.2023 - 05.2024
Travel Registered Nurse
Aya Healthcare
07.2023 - 10.2023
Behavioral Health Registered Nurse
Parkview Behavioral Health
03.2021 - 07.2023
Travel Registered Nurse
Medical Staffing Solutions Llc
07.2018 - 03.2021
Substance Abuse Registered Nurse
St Vincent Kokomo Hospital
07.2016 - 06.2018
Associate of Science - Nursing
Ivy Tech