David Reimer
Summary
Outgoing retired Behavioral Health Nurse with 38+ years of experience, terrific people skills, friendly demeanor and strong talents in caring for individuals. Effective listening, communication and customer service skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
I have been involved with outdoor activities since my youth, including camping trips with my family, Scouting, backpacking with friends and family. I've enjoyed introducing my children to backpacking and camping, and maintain yearly trips with them currently. After retiring in 2023 my "gift" to myself was to hike the Wonderland trail. It was a successful hike filled with lasting memories. I have been a long time member of REI and it has been a goal of mine to become an REI employee. My hope is to assist others in finding enjoyment outside.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Behavioral Health
Veterans Administration Medical Center
11.1986 - 03.2023
- Conducted surveillance of patients to note behavioral changes and relayed information to charting systems.
- Performed standard nursing duties such as behavioral and physical well check examinations.
- Facilitated group education sessions focused on topics such as stress management, emotion regulation, interpersonal effectiveness, and problem-solving skills.
- Provided therapeutic crisis intervention techniques when necessary to de-escalate potentially harmful situations involving patients or staff members.
- Educated staff on behavioral health issues by conducting in-service trainings, promoting a culture of understanding and empathy for patients.
- Delivered psychoeducation on mental health conditions, coping strategies, and relapse prevention methods to patients and their families.
- Implemented creative therapeutic approaches using art therapy or mindfulness techniques aimed at improving mental wellness among patients under my care.
- Demonstrated cultural competence through respectful interactions with diverse patient populations, adapting nursing interventions as necessary to meet their unique needs.
- Promoted patient safety and well-being by conducting thorough risk assessments and implementing appropriate interventions.
- Reduced hospital readmissions rates through effective case management coordination alongside community resources tailored to patient needs.
- Enhanced interdisciplinary collaboration through effective communication with team members for optimal patient care.
- Established strong rapport with patients and families by listening empathetically, providing emotional support, and addressing concerns promptly.
- Assisted in calming patients using recognized best practice techniques with help from assistants and guards.
- Actively participated in discharge planning meetings by collaborating with the multidisciplinary team members to create comprehensive aftercare plans for successful community reintegration.
- Explained useful coping methods to relieve depression and anxiety.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Assisted in the development of individualized care plans that incorporated evidence-based practices and considered each patient''s unique needs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Seattle Pacific University
Seattle, WA06.1992
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nurse
Highline College
Seattle, WA06.1984
Associate of Science - Social Sciences
Highline College
Seattle, WA06.1981
High School Diploma -
Evergreen High School
Seattle06.1979
Skills
Customer Service
- Team Collaboration
- Active Listening
- Health Management
- Emotional Resilience
- Attention to Detail
- Compassionate and Caring
- Critical Thinking
- Student Precepting
- Case Management
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Behavioral Health
Veterans Administration Medical Center
11.1986 - 03.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Seattle Pacific University
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nurse
Highline College
Associate of Science - Social Sciences
Highline College
High School Diploma -
Evergreen High School