Britney Pepper
Aubrey,TX
Summary
Dedicated Inpatient Psychiatric Nurse skilled in crisis intervention, therapeutic communication, and patient safety. Proven ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Inpatient Psychiatric Nurse
University Behavioral Health
Denton, Texas
12.2024 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure safety and efficacy.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized treatment plans for patients.
- Provided crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques to manage acute psychiatric episodes.
- Educated patients and families on mental health conditions and treatment options to promote understanding.
- Trained new nursing staff on best practices for inpatient psychiatric care and safety protocols.
- Enhanced patient safety by closely monitoring medication administration and promptly reporting any adverse reactions.
- Utilized crisis intervention skills to de-escalate volatile situations, ensuring the safety of all individuals involved.
- Oversaw care of suicidal patients and acted swiftly to reduce risk of harm to themselves or others.
Eating Disorders Nurse
Childrens Medical Center
Plano, Texas
05.2024 - 11.2024
- Administered medications and treatments under physician supervision, ensuring patient safety and compliance with protocols.
- Assisted in the development of individualized care plans for pediatric patients, improving overall treatment outcomes.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Clinic Registered Nurse
Texas Oncology
Denton, Texas
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Developed strong therapeutic relationships with patients through empathy, cultural sensitivity, and open communication channels that foster trust.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing compassionate and comprehensive care to diverse populations in a clinic setting.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Leadership
Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX12.2015
Associate of Science - Nursing
Collin College of Nursing
McKinney, Texas12.2014
Skills
- Psychiatric assessment
- Patient safety
- Clinical documentation
- Self-awareness
- De-escalation techniques
- Substance abuse treatment
- Therapeutic communication
- Direct patient care
- Medication administration
- Crisis intervention
- Client education
- Nursing care
Certification
- Licensed Registered Nurse - 11 years
- Basic Life Support, American Heart Association - current
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Daisy Award nominee
While working in Parkland's Burn Acute Care Unit, I was nominated and chosen for a Daisy Award.
Timeline
Inpatient Psychiatric Nurse
University Behavioral Health
12.2024 - Current
Eating Disorders Nurse
Childrens Medical Center
05.2024 - 11.2024
Clinic Registered Nurse
Texas Oncology
01.2022 - 01.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Leadership
Texas Tech University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Collin College of Nursing