Christopher Simpson
Flagstaff
Summary
Experienced and compassionate Charge Nurse with a proven track record of providing exceptional patient care and advocacy across various units. Proficient in accurately charting patient information, efficiently managing intake and discharges, and closely monitoring care plans. Adept at promoting and implementing policies and protocols to achieve core measures. Known for building strong patient rapport, resulting in successful outcomes and improved patient satisfaction.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Charge Nurse
Aspire Transitional Care
09.2023 - Current
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking, and administration.
- Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide quality patient care.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Urgent Care Nurse
North Country HealthCare
10.2023 - 12.2024
- Implemented care plan, coordinated delivery and employed strategies to promote health and safe environment.
- Executed nursing interventions by collaborating with interprofessional team to incorporate standards of care, practice and patient outcomes.
- Conducted telephone triage to patient, family and significant others using nursing judgment according to protocol.
- Leveraged data to meet care coordination needs across settings in conjunction with patient, family, and other care providers.
Behavioral Health Specialist Lead
Terros Behavioral Health
05.2016 - 08.2022
- Documented treatment goals and plans in electronic medical records and included assessments and relevant clinical documentation.
- Secured clinical outcome assessment permissions and aligned with new and updated license agreements through collaboration with key internal functions.
- Determine suicidal intent.
- Place patients and coordinate higher level of care based on patient need.
Behavioral Health Technician
The Guidance Center
11.2012 - 09.2016
- Documented behavioral incidents thoroughly to keep accurate records.
- Completed daily client rounds and tracked client movements.
- Developed and deepened relationships with fellow staff members to enhance team collaboration.
- Followed standard admissions procedures and documentation requirements for client intakes.
- Identified behaviors associated with substance abuse and recognized signs of being under influence of alcohol or drugs.
Education
Master of Science - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Northern Arizona University
08-2026
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
06-2024
Associate of Science - Nursing
Coconino Community College
05.2022
High School Diploma -
Saint Anthony College Prepatory
05.2009
Skills
- Charting and Reporting Skills
- Caregiver Training Expertise
- Engaged Meeting Contribution
- Patient health assessments
- Crisis Assessment
- Facilitation of Behavioral Treatment Referrals
- Patient Wellness Education
- Comprehensive Mental Health Care
- Emergency Medical Support
- Nurse training
- Licensed RN
- Evidence-based nursing
Timeline
Urgent Care Nurse
North Country HealthCare
10.2023 - 12.2024
Charge Nurse
Aspire Transitional Care
09.2023 - Current
Behavioral Health Specialist Lead
Terros Behavioral Health
05.2016 - 08.2022
Behavioral Health Technician
The Guidance Center
11.2012 - 09.2016
High School Diploma -
Saint Anthony College Prepatory
Master of Science - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Northern Arizona University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Coconino Community College
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