Debra Crume
Memphis,TN
Summary
Attentive Registered Nurse with 22 years of diverse experience in direct patient care with the last 4 yrs being a psychiatric nurse. Trained in providing quick intervention, medication and support to patients with acute, chronic and drug induced mental illness. Expertise in performing admission assessments and discharges as well as participating in crisis interventions. Promoting a therapeutic environment which helps patients stay calm and communicative. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Psychiatric RN
Perimeter Behavioral Hospital
2021.03 - Current
- Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and observations.
- Administered medication and treatments to patients to observe and record responses.
- Reported patients' status and delegate staff assignments to achieve optimal outcomes.
- Responsible for patient admissions and discharge instructions and follow-up care.
- Provided personal direct quality care to patients by monitoring, recording and evaluating psychiatric conditions.
- Responded to volatile situations and violent outbreaks to restore safety and security of patients and staff.
Memphis Mental Health Institute
2018.10 - 2020.11
- Contact : Human Resources 951 Court Av, Memphis, TN 38303 901-577-1800.
- Assisted the patient care team with providing personalized care for patients with mental illness that has led them to be voluntarily or involuntarily hospitalized.
- Provided quality individualized care centered on compassion and equality.
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments then evaluated, monitored and documented results/outcomes of mediations and treatments.
- Observed patient interactions with other patients and staff.
- Monitored for changes in behaviors.
- Collaborated with the patient and a variety of interdisciplinary professionals to facilitate the patient's transition back to the community.
- At the onset of Covid-19 pandemic, implemented patient care with strict, consistent observance of CDC recommended safety precautions.
- Educated patients regarding Covid-19 and importance of wearing masks, hand washing and social distancing on the unit.
- Monitored patients for sign and symptoms of Covid-19 infection implementing recommended protocol for patients who tested positive.
- Ensured compliance with all facility and company policies, Federal and State laws, regulations, and guidelines including HIPAA.
- Performed other duties as assigned.
RN Floor Nurse
Northwest Correctional Complex
2015.03 - 2018.09
- Contact: The Work Number 1) Phone: (800-367-5690) or www.theworknumber.com 2) When prompted, enter The MHM Services, Inc.
- Employer Code: 26902 3) And Employee SSN ( to be provided ) Provided direct nursing care to meet the medical as well as behavioral health needs of incarcerated patients within the guidelines established by the State Board of Corrections.
- Worked along with team members to ensure patient continuity of care.
- Collected and documented subjective and objective health information.
- Obtained blood specimen for lab orders.
- Initiated and maintained IV's.
- Documented patient specific data in the approved format.
- Administered ordered medications and treatments.
- Evaluated, monitored and documented the results/outcomes of mediations and treatments.
- Diabetes monitoring with PO antidiabetic medications as well as subcutaneous insulin administration.
- Ensured compliance with all facility and company policies, Federal and State laws, regulations, and guidelines including HIPAA.
- Performed other duties as assigned.
Clinic Nurse
Goodyear Tire and Rubber Co, American Occupational Health and Take Care Health Systems
2002.04 - 2011.08
- (until plant closure) Contact: HR Corporate offices 205 Miller Springs Ct, Franklin, TN 877-698-2474.
- Hamilton Ryker (at Goodyear tire & Rubber).
LPN Staff Nurse
MSN, Medical Staffing Network, MSN Corporate office Cannon Wright Blount Building
2008.03 - 2009.01
- Provided direct nursing care to meet the medical as well as behavioral health needs incarcerated patients within the guidelines established by the State Board of Corrections.
- Worked along with team members to ensure patient continuity of care.
- Collected and documented subjective and objective health information.
- Performed venipuncture.
- Initiated and maintained IV's.
- Documented patient specific data in the approved format.
- Administered ordered medications and treatments.
- Evaluated, monitored and documented the results/outcomes of mediations and treatments.
2001.11 - 2002.04
- Goodyear hired new contractor above)Contact: 128 E Main St Union City, TN 731-885-1540.
- Provided first aid care of non-emergent on-site injuries at a tire manufacturing facility.
- Treatments provided included strain/sprains, superficial abrasions and lacerations, first degree burns, contusions, and eye injuries.
- Intermediate care provided to stabilize more critical injuries until transport to higher level of care facilities.
- Initiated workers' compensation claims for on-the-job injuries.
- Performed audiograms, drug screens, spirometry, and venipunctures for wellness exams.
- Monitored and documented all over the counter medications administrated.
- Implemented and evaluated patient education offerings related to preventive workplace injuries.
- Complied with safety and security rules and regulations of the institution.
- Ensured compliance with all facility and company policies, Federal and State laws, regulations, and guidelines including HIPAA.
- Performed other duties as assigned.
LPN Charge Nurse
Obion County Nursing Home
1998.06 - 2001.11
- Contact: Union City, TN 731-885-9065.
- Daily physical and behavioral assessments of residents in a long-term care facility.
- Administered ordered medications and treatments.
- Monitored and documented medication administration.
- Maintain accountability for all controlled substances per protocol.
- Diabetes monitoring with PO antidiabetic medications as well as subcutaneous insulin administration.
- PRN monthly venipuncture for lab.
- Supervision of 4-6 certified nurse assistants.
- DEBRA CRUME.
Education
Associate of Applied Science -
West Kentucky Community And Technical College
Paducah, KY12.2014
Associate of Science -
West Kentucky Community And Technical College
Paducah, KY05.2013
Diploma - undefined
Weakly County Vocational/Technical Center -TN College of Applied Tech
Dresden, TN03.1998
Skills
- Excellent work ethic
- Analytical skills
- Good listening skills
- Computer proficiency
- Verbal and written communication
- Compassion
- First Aid/CPR
- Preventative Health
- Infection Control and Aseptic Procedures
- Staff Supervision
- Intravenous Therapy
- Triaging
Affiliations
BLS - American Red Cross June 2021 until June 2023
Timeline
Psychiatric RN
Perimeter Behavioral Hospital
2021.03 - Current
Memphis Mental Health Institute
2018.10 - 2020.11
RN Floor Nurse
Northwest Correctional Complex
2015.03 - 2018.09
LPN Staff Nurse
MSN, Medical Staffing Network, MSN Corporate office Cannon Wright Blount Building
2008.03 - 2009.01
Clinic Nurse
Goodyear Tire and Rubber Co, American Occupational Health and Take Care Health Systems
2002.04 - 2011.08
2001.11 - 2002.04
LPN Charge Nurse
Obion County Nursing Home
1998.06 - 2001.11
Associate of Applied Science -
West Kentucky Community And Technical College
Associate of Science -
West Kentucky Community And Technical College
Diploma - undefined
Weakly County Vocational/Technical Center -TN College of Applied Tech
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