Dedicated and compassionate individual with several years experience in healthcare. Caring for patients with diverse ethnic backgrounds with respect and integrity. I am versed in developing and implementing effective treatment plans, while advocating for patient needs.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Volunteer
Heartland Humane Society
11.2021 - 05.2023
Improved animal well-being by providing daily care, including feeding, watering, and socialization.
Ensured a safe environment for volunteers by following established protocols regarding animal handling and safety measures.
Cleaned and sanitized cages and living areas to promote health and wellbeing.
Provided companionship and comfort to animals in need of extra love and attention.
Monitored health of animals, reporting any issues to shelter staff for resolution.
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Avera McKennan Behavioral Health Center
07.2019 - 03.2023
Accurately document all elements of nursing assessment, treatments, medications, discharge instructions, and follow-up care
Mentored new staff and served as Resource Nurse
Evaluate patient care needs, prioritize treatment, and maintain patient flow
Organize, update, and maintain patient charts and confidential files
Monitored patients prescribed psychotropic and medical medications to assess effectiveness or possible side effects
Provided caring presence and appropriate humor to develop trusting relationship with patients, encouraging them to express needs and feelings
Administered various medications as prescribed.
Mental Health Aide
Human Services Center
05.2018 - 05.2019
Perform activities of daily living for patients in a psychiatric unit, collaborating with other members of the health care team
Cross trained in various departments, with the ability to adapt quickly to new situations
Trained in NCI, as well as other protocols to ensure patient safety and security.
Technical Services Worker and Circulation Desk Worker
Morningside College Library
08.2016 - 05.2019
Organize and maintain periodicals and reference materials
Assist patrons find and use library resources
Answer routine telephone or in-person reference inquiries, referring patrons to librarians for further assistance, when necessary
Circulate, renew, and discharge books and other materials
Gained skills in providing customer service, as well as enhanced communication to solve problems and handle issues and concerns.
Education
Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing -
Morningside College
Sioux City, IA
05.2019
Skills
Creative problem solving
Compassionate and caring
Verbal and written communication
Patient observation
Timeline
Volunteer
Heartland Humane Society
11.2021 - 05.2023
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Avera McKennan Behavioral Health Center
07.2019 - 03.2023
Mental Health Aide
Human Services Center
05.2018 - 05.2019
Technical Services Worker and Circulation Desk Worker
Morningside College Library
08.2016 - 05.2019
Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing -
Morningside College
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