Elisha Troyer
Tacoma,WA
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Western State Hospital, excelling in mental health nursing and patient education. Proven ability to lead nursing staff and enhance patient care through clinical judgment and effective medication administration. Skilled in developing treatment plans and ensuring patient safety during high-risk situations.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse 2
Western State Hospital
02.2019 - Current
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team for planning, delivering, and evaluating care for patients with severe behavioral and mental health needs.
- Educated patients on social skills, functional skill development, medications, and treatment plans.
- Completed daily assignment sheets based on staff skills and abilities.
- Administered medications and treatments per established guidelines while monitoring for side effects requiring interventions.
- Identified triggers and early signs of physical and emotional distress in patients.
- Ensured patient safety by initiating timely interventions to prevent harm.
- Monitored patient behavior and de-escalated high-risk situations as necessary.
- Formulated and updated treatment plans along with monthly nursing summaries.
Psychiatric Security Nurse, LPN3, LPN2
Western State Hospital
09.1991 - 02.2019
- Under the direction of a Registered Nurse, provided direct skilled nursing care to adults experiencing behavioral health issues
- Administered medications via oral, intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Consistently adhered to strict safety guidelines while administering medications.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient interventions and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
- Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
- Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
Education
ADN - Nursing
Clover Park Technical College
Lakewood, WA08-2018
Skills
- Mental health nursing
- Clinical judgment
- Nursing staff leadership
- Patient assessments
- Patient care
- Patient education and counseling
- Medication administration
- Documentation and charting
Timeline
Registered Nurse 2
Western State Hospital
02.2019 - Current
Psychiatric Security Nurse, LPN3, LPN2
Western State Hospital
09.1991 - 02.2019
ADN - Nursing
Clover Park Technical College
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