Carmen Ingram
Terre Haute,IN
Summary
Experienced Registered Nurse specializing in acute psychiatric and behavioral crisis management in high-acuity inpatient and travel nursing settings. Proven ability to rapidly assess, stabilize, and manage patients experiencing psychiatric emergencies, including suicidal ideation, severe agitation, and substance-related crises. Highly skilled in de-escalation, safety interventions, and maintaining control in volatile clinical environments. Experienced in caring for both adult and pediatric psychiatric populations. Strong clinical judgment and communication skills in fast-paced settings requiring rapid decision-making and interdisciplinary collaboration. Seeking pediatric emergency department role to leverage crisis intervention expertise in acute pediatric and adolescent populations.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN – Travel
The Vines Hospital
Ocala, Florida
04.2026 - Current
- Adapted quickly to new hospital systems and workflows across multiple acute care environments as a travel RN.
- Managed patients experiencing acute substance withdrawal, intoxication, and polysubstance use disorders.
- Responded to rapidly changing clinical situations requiring critical thinking, prioritization, and independent decision-making in high-pressure environments.
- Maintained compliance with documentation standards related to behavioral emergencies, restraint/seclusion monitoring, and risk assessments.
- Assisted in managing high-stress, family-centered clinical situations involving anxious, distressed, or escalated caregivers during pediatric psychiatric crises.
RN – Acute Psychiatric & Crisis Specialist
Harsha Behavioral Center
Terre Haute, Indiana
08.2025 - 03.2026
- Managed acute psychiatric emergencies including suicidal ideation, homicidal ideation, and severe behavioral dysregulation.
- Performed rapid safety assessments and initiated crisis interventions in high-acuity, time-sensitive situations.
- Prevented use of restraints through early intervention and behavioral management strategies.
- Functioned independently in high-acuity inpatient psychiatric units with variable staffing levels.
- Provided emotional support to family members of psychiatric patients, fostering resilience during challenging times.
RN – Residential Psychiatry
Columbus Behavioral Center
Columbus, Indiana
07.2025 - 07.2025
- Conducted mental health assessments and documented patient progress accurately.
- Provided crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques during acute situations.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create tailored treatment plans that address unique patient needs.
- Reinforced desired behaviors through reward systems to promote positive behavior change in patients.
- Ensured safety by verifying medication dosages prior to administration, minimizing risk of errors.
RN – Acute Psychiatric & Crisis Specialist
Harsha Behavioral Center
Terre Haute, Indiana
03.2025 - 05.2025
- Promoted a therapeutic environment by establishing rapport, maintaining boundaries, and fostering open communication with patients and families.
- Conducted patient assessments to evaluate medication responses and adjusted treatment plans accordingly.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions for diverse populations addressing issues such as coping skills, anger management, substance abuse recovery, and relapse prevention.
- Documented treatments, administered medications and IVs, and provided discharge instructions and follow-up care to ensure continuity of care.
- Responded swiftly to safety and security incidents in unit, implementing crisis prevention interventions to effectively control and de-escalate situations.
RN – Acute Psychiatric & Crisis Specialist
Community North Hospital
06.2024 - 01.2025
- Oversaw care of suicidal patients and acted swiftly to mitigate risk of harm to themselves or others.
- Monitored behaviors, administered medications, and intervened during aggression or self-harm incidents to ensure patient safety.
- Managed volatile situations and violent outbreaks to restore safety for patients and staff.
- Built trust with patients from various cultural backgrounds through culturally competent care practices tailored to individual needs.
Mental Health Technician
Harsha Behavioral Center
12.2023 - 04.2024
- Provided crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques for patients experiencing emotional distress or exhibiting aggressive behaviors.
- Utilized de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to foster patient cooperation and reduce incidents.
- Assisted patients with meals, ADLs, and facility transfers to ensure safety and support overall well-being.
- Conducted scheduled patient safety checks and documented findings to enhance patient well-being.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College
Terre Haute, IN05-2024
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Crisis intervention
- Medication administration
- Treatment planning
- Clinical documentation
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Microsoft Word
- EMR proficiency
Certification
- Licensed Registered Nurse
- BLS certified
- CPI certified
Timeline
RN – Travel
The Vines Hospital
04.2026 - Current
RN – Acute Psychiatric & Crisis Specialist
Harsha Behavioral Center
08.2025 - 03.2026
RN – Residential Psychiatry
Columbus Behavioral Center
07.2025 - 07.2025
RN – Acute Psychiatric & Crisis Specialist
Harsha Behavioral Center
03.2025 - 05.2025
RN – Acute Psychiatric & Crisis Specialist
Community North Hospital
06.2024 - 01.2025
Mental Health Technician
Harsha Behavioral Center
12.2023 - 04.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College