Corry Ritenour
Mansfield,Ohio
Summary
Caring, hardworking and service-oriented Registered Nurse with more than 7 years of psychiatric experience. Well-versed in offering evidence-based, therapeutic care for patients dealing with Depression and Bipolar disorders. Collaborative and motivational leader with expertise in training new nursing staff while providing top-notch service to the behavioral health patient populations.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
PMHNP
Mindfully
Marion, OHIO
05.2024 - Current
- Provided psychiatric evaluation and medication management to patients in an outpatient setting.
- Prescribed psychotropic medications based on patient needs and responses to treatment.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation of assessments, treatments, and progress notes.
Professor Of Nursing
Academia Medical Institute
Columbus, OH
08.2022 - Current
- Observed and evaluated student performance in meeting course objectives and student learning outcomes through assignments, projects and examinations.
- Guided and supervised nursing students in classroom, lab and clinical learning activities.
- Committed passionately to student development through hands-on training.
- Participated in planning, implementing and evaluating assigned courses for continued development of nursing curriculum.
- Evaluated students to identify knowledge gaps and conduct thorough assessments.
- Designed personal clinical assignments consistent with student's knowledge base, competency and learning needs.
- Supervised student laboratory and clinical work, offering knowledgeable advice to advance learning and abilities.
- Instructed courses in nursing to meet educational requirements stated in credit course outline and board of registered nursing regulations.
- Maintained current, accurate records of course enrollment, attendance and student academic progress.
- Contributed subject matter expertise toward improving overall training program and skills displayed by student nurses.
PMHNP
Viaquesthomehealth
Dublin, OH
02.2023 - 04.2024
- Developed individualized treatment plans for patients with mental health disorders.
- Prescribed psychotropic medications based on patient needs and responses to treatment.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation of assessments, treatments, and progress notes.
- Provided crisis intervention services when needed including hospitalization recommendations if necessary.
- Evaluated current medications for effectiveness and possible side effects while making recommendations accordingly.
- Managed 260 patients and care plans in LTC mental health facility in 9 facilities in North Central Ohio.
Behavioral Health Registered Nurse
Trustaff Travel Nursing
Batavia, OH
08.2022 - 01.2023
- Handled vital sign monitoring, medication administration and patient behavior assessments.
- Documented all medications administered to mental health patients, following instructions from physicians and healthcare providers.
- Monitored patients prescribed psychotropic medications to assess medications' effectiveness and side effects.
- Collaborated with prescribing professionals to get patients necessary medications.
- Implemented behavioral management interventions to defuse and de-escalate volatile situations.
- Monitored behavioral and psychosocial responses to nursing intervention with assigned patient load.
- Administered medications to patients to decrease risk of aggression and treat symptomology.
- Documented assessments, interventions, evaluations and progress toward outcomes in patient records.
- Responded to patient and family questions regarding medication issues, problem behaviors and medication refills.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Registered Nurse, Behavioral Health
Columbus Springs East
Columbus, OH
04.2020 - 09.2020
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care to deliver comprehensive services.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Delivered care to 12 patients per day, including coordinating and evaluating interdisciplinary care.
- Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
- Treated patients using pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment modalities to address various disorders, diseases and injuries.
- Documented behavioral incidents thoroughly to keep accurate records.
- Promoted healthy lifestyle choices to reduce re-emergence of painful or dangerous symptoms.
Registered Nurse, Behavioral Health
OhioHealth Hospital
Mansfield , OH
03.2015 - 04.2020
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care to deliver comprehensive services.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Delivered care to 6 patients per day, including coordinating and evaluating interdisciplinary care.
- Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.
- Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
- Documented behavioral incidents thoroughly to keep accurate records.
- Promoted healthy lifestyle choices to reduce re-emergence of painful or dangerous symptoms.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate efficient movements and related paperwork.
- Developed and adapted individualized treatment plans according to patient recovery goals.
- Guided therapeutic communication, conflict resolutions and interventions by deflecting undesirable behaviors to assist patients with developing and amplifying coping skills.
- Trained new RN hires and ancillary staff members to meet patient service goals, champion standards of care and improve patient overall satisfaction.
Clinical Nursing Instructor
North Central State College
Mansfield, OH
09.2016 - 09.2018
- Observed and evaluated student performance in meeting course objectives and student learning outcomes through assignments, projects and examinations.
- Designed personal clinical assignments consistent with student's knowledge base, competency and learning needs.
- Developed and implemented instructional programs, tracking skill development and overall performance of students.
- Guided and supervised nursing students in all learning activities, including classroom, lab and clinical learning activities.
- Delivered clinical support and instruction for students during rotations.
- Committed passionately to student development through hands-on training.
- Evaluated students to identify knowledge gaps and conduct thorough assessments.
Registered Nurse
American Health Network
Mansfield, OH
11.2014 - 11.2015
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
- Used facility EMR system to update patient records, transmit prescriptions and transfer files.
- Immunized patients against influenza and pneumonia to protect vulnerable populations from serious illnesses.
- Communicated with primary care physicians or emergency care providers to relay patient needs.
Registered Nurse, Step Unit
Doctors Hospital
Columbus, OH
05.1996 - 05.1997
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Inserted and managed central, arterial and PICC lines.
- Assessed patient health needs by reviewing and tracking EKG readings to address telemetry readings and quickly inform teammates on stability or acuity changes.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
Registered Nurse, Behavioral Health
Richland Hospital
Mansfield, OH
03.1995 - 03.1996
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care to deliver comprehensive services.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
Indiana Wesleyan University
Marion, IN02.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Miami University
Oxford, OH12.1998
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Miami University
Oxford, OH12.1994
Associate of Science - Nursing
Miami University
Oxford, OH12.1994
Skills
- Patient monitoring
- Patient education and counseling
- Strong medical ethic
- Psychiatric and Mental Health Care
- Staff Development and Precepting
- De-Escalation training with AEGIS and CPI
- Culturally sensitive
- Emotional awareness
Additional Information
Ritenour
I spent 15 years as a stay-at-home mother of three sons. I was privileged to independently be able to homeschool them for a total of 12 years. I also spent my time at home volunteering with Mothers of Preschoolers International for about 6 years. I re-opened the chapter of La Leche League International in Richland County, Ohio. My years at home taught me a great deal about children and managing a home. My strongest skills are communication and management. I have an empowering leadership style. My hobbies include cooking and skiing. I am a devout follower of Christ. My biggest motivation in life is helping others.
There is a gap in my employment during the time when I was obtaining my Master's degree for my PMHNP during the years of 2019-2022.
Timeline
PMHNP
Mindfully
05.2024 - Current
PMHNP
Viaquesthomehealth
02.2023 - 04.2024
Professor Of Nursing
Academia Medical Institute
08.2022 - Current
Behavioral Health Registered Nurse
Trustaff Travel Nursing
08.2022 - 01.2023
Registered Nurse, Behavioral Health
Columbus Springs East
04.2020 - 09.2020
Clinical Nursing Instructor
North Central State College
09.2016 - 09.2018
Registered Nurse, Behavioral Health
OhioHealth Hospital
03.2015 - 04.2020
Registered Nurse
American Health Network
11.2014 - 11.2015
Registered Nurse, Step Unit
Doctors Hospital
05.1996 - 05.1997
Registered Nurse, Behavioral Health
Richland Hospital
03.1995 - 03.1996
Master of Science - Nursing
Indiana Wesleyan University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Miami University
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Miami University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Miami University
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