Patient-oriented Nurse with 25 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise with psychiatric specialty.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Nurse
Austin Oaks Hospital
Austin, TX
01.2022 - 08.2022
Provided nursing care for psychiatric patients using the nursing process
Assessing mental health needs, developed nursing diagnoses, identify outcomes, plan and evaluate nursing care
Administer and/or monitor the effects and side effects of medications and treatments ordered by a physician
Ensure safety and provide milieu management and crisis intervention strategies
Patients served include children, adolescents, and adults (18+) and geriatric (55+).
Charge Nurse
Glendale Memorial Hospital
Glendale, CA
06.2014 - 08.2021
Effectively served as Interim Charge Nurse, supervised and led a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals, ensuring coordinated and efficient patient care
Demonstrated strong management skills in allocating resources, including staff assignments, to optimize patient outcomes
Proficient in managing and de-escalating crisis situations, ensuring the safety of both patients and staff
Developed and implemented crisis intervention protocols, contributing to a proactive and prepared unit environment
Established and maintained open lines of communication with staff, patients and family, enhancing overall understanding and cooperation
Collaborated with psychiatrist, therapist, and other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive care plans and provide holistic patient care
Conducted thorough psychiatric assessments, demonstrating keen observational and analytical skills to identify changes in patient conditions
Proficient in psychotropic medication administration, monitoring, and evaluation of therapeutic responses and potential side effects
Implemented quality improvement initiatives to enhance the overall quality of patient care and ensure adherence to regulatory standards
Ensured strict compliance with State and Federal regulations, maintaining a commitment to the highest standard of patient safety and care.
Staff Nurse
Secure Nursing Inc.
Los Angeles, CA
01.2012 - 01.2014
Provided nursing care for patients in various hospitals including Mission Community Hosp., Northridge Medical Hosp., and Glendale Memorial Hosp.
Staff Nurse
UltraCare Registry
New York, NY
01.2010 - 07.2012
Provided nursing care for patients in Bellevue Hosp., Psychiatry and Metropolitan Hosp
Charge Nurse
Bellevue Hospital Center
New York, NY
07.2007 - 01.2010
Responsible for supervising and managing Tour III staff
Provided nursing care for patients in withdrawals from Substance Abuse
Admissions and discharge planning
Provided patient teaching/nursing care related to Substance Abuse and secondary illnesses
Assess patient conditions and advised of changes in status.
Education
Associates Degree Nursing -
Austin Community College
Austin, TX
01.1997
US Army Medical Specialist -
Academy of Health Science
Ft. Sam Houston, TX
01.1985
Skills
Patient Care Planning
Work Planning and Prioritization
Plan of Action Implementation
Mental Health Counseling
Multidisciplinary Collaboration
Behavioral Management
Military Experience
US National Guard (Reserves), Austin, TX, 1988 - 1992
LVN/ Medical Specialist: Treated and trained personnel. Skills: IV Therapy, Triage, Chemical Warfare Treatments/ Assessments, and EMT. Squad Leader, Head Medic in charge of M.A.S.H./E.R., Assistant to Platoon Leader
US Army (Active Duty), Ft. Sill, OK, 1984 - 1987
Medical Specialist: Achieved rank of Specialist Four (E-4), Honorable Discharge (DD-214 Form provided upon request)
Special Recognitions
US National Guard: Non-Commissioned Officer (NCO) Leadership Development School
US Army: Honorable Discharge, Expert Field Medical Badge (highest awarded medal service during peace time), Good Conduct Medal, Army Achievement Medal
Cerner Trainer
Trained and taught Cerner software applications to Glendale Memorial Hospital in the Behavioral Health Dept (30+ employees).
Timeline
Staff Nurse
Austin Oaks Hospital
01.2022 - 08.2022
Charge Nurse
Glendale Memorial Hospital
06.2014 - 08.2021
Staff Nurse
Secure Nursing Inc.
01.2012 - 01.2014
Staff Nurse
UltraCare Registry
01.2010 - 07.2012
Charge Nurse
Bellevue Hospital Center
07.2007 - 01.2010
Associates Degree Nursing -
Austin Community College
US Army Medical Specialist -
Academy of Health Science
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