Dedicated RN with over 20 years in substance abuse and mental health seeking a position where I can utilize my experiences and educational backgrounds effectively. Responsible, highly motivated, ambitious, productive, dependable and organized.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Home Health Nurse
Humana
04.2024 - Current
Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
Educated patients and families on disease management, medication safety, and at-home healthcare strategies to promote selfcare.
Documented patient vitals, behaviors, and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
Contributed to the overall success of the home health agency by maintaining high levels of patient satisfaction and positive outcomes.
Psych Nurse
STG International Inc.
07.2022 - 04.2024
Managed medication administration, ensuring accuracy and adherence to best practices for optimal patient outcomes.
Implemented behavioral management strategies to address disruptive or challenging behaviors exhibited by patients.
Advocated for patients'' rights, promoting dignity and respect within the therapeutic setting.
Enhanced the quality of care by implementing evidence-based practices and staying current on industry trends.
Psych Nurse
Coral Shores Behavioral Health
04.2022 - 11.2022
Working in admission unit admitting patients with mental health issues.
Correctional Nurse
Favorite Healthcare Staffing
02.2022 - 04.2022
Travel assignment at the main Jail in Keywest. Overseeing a large population with medications, walking clinic, infirmary and intake.
Director of Nursing (DON)
Daylight Recovery Center LLC
05.2021 - 01.2022
Overseeing the Medical Department of all level of care, Detox and Residential. Taking care of scheduling, budgeting and payroll. Communicating with Physicians, Nurse practitioners, Nurses and Pharmacists.
Audit Charts for DCF and JACHO compliance.
Covid 19 Vaccinator Lead Nurse
ExecuSearch Staffing Group
03.2021 - 04.2021
Supervising nursing staff. Picking up and dropping off vaccine coolers to the main Hub. Monitoring temperature on vaccines coolers. Keeping track with the Merit system/payroll.
Covid 19 Vaccinator
MedPro Healthcare Staffing
01.2021 - 02.2021
Director of Nursing
Beachside Recovery LLC
05.2018 - 01.2021
DON
Future Now Detox
01.2017 - 06.2018
Directing, overseeing and evaluating all nursing personnel( Registered Nurses, LPNs etc). Setting objectives and goals for the nursing department. Responsible for developing all policies and procedures for nursing services. Current understanding of all mental illness, substance abuse and dual diagnosis patients.
Nurse Manager
First Step Detox
04.2016 - 03.2018
Overseeing the nursing department. Auditing Charts for DCF and Joint Commission Compliance.
Director of Nursing
ARCHSTONE Recovery CENTER
05.2017 - 01.2018
Directing, overseeing and evaluating all nursing personnel( Registered Nurses, LPNs etc). Setting objectives and goals for the nursing department.
Charge Nurse, RN
Futures of Palm Beach
12.2015 - 04.2017
Responsible for implementing and supervising nursing services in the medical detoxification and Residential programs.
Oversee all aspects of the detox patient admission process.
Registered Nurse
Behavioral Health of The Palm Beaches
01.2010 - 04.2016
Maintained confidentiality of patient information. Demonstrated legal and ethical responsibilities. Followed policies and procedures affecting the health, safety and well being of patients. Performed emergency measures. Conducted group meetings assessment. Provide care for medical/surgical patients utilizing the nursing process. Administered medication to detox and residential clients. Observed clients during the withdrawal process.
Nurse Manager
Bel Canto Detox Center
04.2015 - 10.2015
Responsibilities
Leading the nursing team. Responsible for payroll and scheduling. Conducting meetings including infection control.
Outpatient Clinic, Triaging, Assessing patients. Assisting Physicians. Collecting processing labs. Flu Vaccine services to other facilities.
Practical Nurse
Drug Abuse Foundation
01.2008 - 01.2010
Maintained confidentiality of patient information. Demonstrated legal and ethical responsibilities. Followed policies and procedures affecting the health, safety and well being of patients. Performed emergency measures. Conducted group meetings assessment. Provided care for medical/surgical patients utilizing the nursing process. Administered medication to detox and residential clients. Observed clients during the withdrawal process.