Dedicated Mental Health Registered Nurse supervising at-risk patients and assessing outcomes of interventions to eliminate suicide risk. Maintained nonjudgmental and supportive stance in relating to patient and family concerns. Strong knowledge of state laws, including civil commitments, patient rights, seclusion and advance directives for mental health treatment.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Providence Alaska Medical Center
Anchorage, AK
09.1990 - Current
Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
University of Alaska Anchorage
Anchorage, AK
05-2007
Skills
Patient Management
Supply Restocking
Chronic Disease Management
Appointment Scheduling
Health care consultation
Culturally-sensitive care
ADL Assistance
Medical assessment
Electronic Health Records Management
Care Planning
Wound Care
Chart updating
Mobility Assistance
Medication Administration
Team Coordination
Patient Monitoring
Family and patient support
Staff Supervision
Licensed RN
Coordinating referrals
Staff Development and Precepting
Patient Care
Physical assessments
Patient Assessments
Emergency Procedures
Call triaging
Affiliations
Family time/vaacations/gatherings
gardening
reading
walking
kayaking
volunteering
Certification
State of Alaska Registered Nursing License (2007-present).
CRRN Certification (2012-present).
State of Alaska and State of Wisconsin Licensed Practical Nurse licensure (1979-2007).