Courtney Crook MSN, BSN, RN
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Experienced and compassionate Registered Nurse with a strong background in psychiatric, medical-surgical, and acute care settings. Proven ability to manage high-acuity patients, perform thorough assessments, and respond effectively in crisis situations. Skilled in developing individualized care plans, administering medications, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to ensure safe, holistic treatment. Dedicated to supporting both physical and mental health recovery while fostering trust, dignity, and patient-centered care.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Ansuva Detox
Santa Clarita, CA
09.2024 - 02.2025
- Verified patient identity and obtained informed consent, HIPAA acknowledgments, and release-of-information authorizations.
- Performed comprehensive substance use, psychiatric, and medical assessments, including risk evaluations and history reviews.
- Conducted physical exams and vital sign assessments to establish clinical baselines.
- Developed and implemented nursing care plans, including withdrawal protocols and safety monitoring.
- Administered medications and monitored for withdrawal symptoms using COWS and CIWA assessment tools.
- Delivered supportive care and crisis intervention during detox, promoting patient comfort and safety.
- Educated patients on detox process, facility policies, and self-care strategies to enhance engagement.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and adjust individualized treatment plans.
- Maintained accurate, timely documentation in EHR to ensure continuity of care and regulatory compliance.
- Reviewed provider orders and documentation for completeness and medical necessity.
- Identified and fulfilled prior authorization (PA) requirements; submitted and tracked PA requests across payor systems.
- Communicated authorization status and collaborated with case managers to align care with insurance policies.
- Assisted in appeals and maintained up-to-date payer policy resources.
- Conducted clinical trainings and ensured facility practices aligned with DHCS standards and state regulations.
- Ensured ethical nursing practice, patient confidentiality, and compliance with facility and legal standards.
Registered Nurse
Prolase Laser Clinic
Glendale, CA
05.2022 - 09.2023
- Performing Laser Hair Removal treatments in accordance with the standardized procedures.
- Reviewing each patient's medical history and charts prior to providing treatment.
- Ensuring patients are cleared for treatment through the good-faith exam.
- Providing consultations and information patients about the treatments that are to be provided.
- Creating a hospitable, welcoming, and friendly environment for patients.
- Providing patients with instructions pertaining to the treatment provided.
Registered Nurse
Private Practice Nurse
Los Angeles, CA
05.2021 - 08.2022
- Prepares patients for the anesthesiologist before and after the procedure.
- During conscious sedation, closely monitors the patient's vitals and airway.
- Assist the patient with any needs before and after the procedure.
- Assist with in home visits and fulfills the duties that patients need.
- Administers IVIG, IV fluids, and IV antibiotics.
- Overnight monitoring of patients if required after an extensive surgery in the patient's home.
Registered Nurse
Vital Medical Services
Glendale, CA
08.2021 - 06.2022
- Lead in charge of team members at various high schools and elementary schools within the Burbank Unified School District interpreting data along with inputting data in relationship to patient's laboratory results.
- Responsible for 1:1 individual care for high school students with various comorbidities such as diabetes mellitus, cerebral palsy, etc.
- Working with various disciplines to ensure results are being interpreted correctly and accurately.
- Working in a fast-paced environment under different time constraints.
- Traveling to various sites throughout the day to provide patient care.
Registered Nurse (Telemetry)
Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital
Santa Clarita, CA
02.2021 - 05.2022
- Worked on a Telemetry Unit caring for four patients with continuous monitoring.
- Taking care of patients with extensive cardiac histories that are in need of continuous monitoring.
- Assessing the condition of patients, administering medications, performing sterile procedures, and evaluating critical lab values.
- Responsible for interpreting telemetry strips every four hours and intervening if necessary.
- Working with various disciplines to ensure the best possible outcome for the patient.
Registered Nurse (Ortho)
St. Luke's Hospital
Boise, ID
03.2020 - 01.2021
- Worked on an Orthopedic Surgery/Medical Surgical unit taking care of up to five patients that were Post-Operative or Medical Surgical patients.
- Assessing condition of patients, administering medications, performing sterile procedures, and evaluating critical lab values.
- Floated to different Medical Surgical Units.
- Working with different interdisciplinary teams such as PT, OT, Dietary, Speech, etc., to provide the appropriate care needed to ensure the best possible outcome for the patient.
- Implementing policy changes on the unit as needed.
- Part of the Fall Committee.
Registered Nurse (4N South Campus)
Banner University Medical Center
Tucson, AZ
07.2019 - 02.2020
- Worked on an Intermediate Care, Progressive Care, and Medical Surgical Unit monitoring assigned patients with a wide range of complex illnesses. Patient ratios consists of 1:3, 1:4, and 1:5.
- Assessing condition of patients, administering medications, performing sterile procedures, as well as evaluating critical lab values.
- Collaborating with the patient's interdisciplinary teams such as PT, OT, Dietary, and Speech to enhance the outcome of each patient being taken care of.
- Preceptor to nurses who just graduated and students.
Registered Nurse
AZ PRN
Tucson, AZ
04.2019 - 02.2020
- Provided care to patients with psychological/detox needs to improve their overall quality of life.
- Required to assess patients and perform CIWA and COWS to provide the proper care and implement proper interventions.
- Required to assess patients' mental status to determine if they were a danger to themselves or a danger to others.
- Worked at numerous facilities throughout Tucson interacting with various staff members and learned how to collaborate with new members of the patient's team.
Education
Doctorate - Family Nurse Practitioner Student (DNP-FNPS)
University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ08.2025
Masters of Science - Nursing Generalist (MSN)
West Coast University
Los Angeles, CA03.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing (BSN)
West Coast University
Los Angeles, CA08.2018
Skills
- Clinical assessment and education
- Electronic medical records
- Patient education
- Clinical assessment
- Medication administration
- Regulatory compliance
- Staff management
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Electronic medical records management
- Evidence-based practice
- Care coordination
Licensures And Certifications
- CA RN License, 95177466
- Basic Life Support, American Heart Association (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Telemetry Certification
EHR/Charting Systems
- EPIC
- CERNER
- MEDITECH
- KIPU
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Ansuva Detox
09.2024 - 02.2025
Registered Nurse
Prolase Laser Clinic
05.2022 - 09.2023
Registered Nurse
Vital Medical Services
08.2021 - 06.2022
Registered Nurse
Private Practice Nurse
05.2021 - 08.2022
Registered Nurse (Telemetry)
Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital
02.2021 - 05.2022
Registered Nurse (Ortho)
St. Luke's Hospital
03.2020 - 01.2021
Registered Nurse (4N South Campus)
Banner University Medical Center
07.2019 - 02.2020
Registered Nurse
AZ PRN
04.2019 - 02.2020
Doctorate - Family Nurse Practitioner Student (DNP-FNPS)
University of Arizona
Masters of Science - Nursing Generalist (MSN)
West Coast University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing (BSN)
West Coast University
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