Erica Clark
THOUSAND OAKS,CA
Summary
A dedicated mental health professional with extensive experience in psychiatric nursing and patient care. Known for developing patient-centered care plans that incorporate therapeutic techniques and medication management. Highly collaborative, working seamlessly within team environments to achieve optimal patient outcomes and adapt to changing needs. Proficient in crisis intervention and patient advocacy.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Psych Nurse- IPU
Ventura County Behavioral Health
01.2021 - Current
- Evaluated patient response to medications and adjusted dosages as needed under physician guidance.
- Designed individualized nursing care plans based on each patient''s unique needs, preferences, strengths, weaknesses, goals and objectives.
- Conducted thorough assessments of mental health status, identifying risk factors and developing appropriate interventions.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective communication, teamwork, and leadership skills.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop personalized treatment plans for patients.
- Utilized crisis intervention techniques when necessary to maintain safety within the unit.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient progress, treatment plans, and interactions while abiding by HIPAA regulations.
- Coordinated with external healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care upon discharge from the facility.
- Implemented behavioral management strategies to address disruptive or challenging behaviors exhibited by patients.
- Oversaw care of suicidal patients and acted swiftly to reduce risk of harm to themselves or others.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
Charge Nurse LVN
WINDSOR HEALTHCARE
02.2019 - 01.2021
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
- Mentored and supervised junior nurses, fostering a supportive and professional work environment.
- Promoted a safe working environment by adhering to infection control policies and regularly reviewing safety protocols.
- Served as a liaison between nursing staff, physicians, and management, fostering open communication channels among all parties involved in patient care.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient information, enabling informed decision-making among the healthcare team members.
- Coordinated discharge planning, collaborating with patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure seamless transitions of care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans, improving patient recovery rates.
- Maintained high standards of patient care during high-volume shifts, managing patient assignments to optimize nurse workload.
LVN Charge Nurse/Treatment Nurse
Nulife Recovery
07.2017 - 02.2019
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors, and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
- Oversaw patient conditions, administered medicine, performed interventions and took detailed records.
- Promoted continuity of care by maintaining comprehensive medical records and updating physicians on significant changes in patients'' conditions.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Improved patient care by implementing an efficient patient monitoring system and coordinating with interdisciplinary teams.
- Maximized staff productivity by organizing schedules according to skill mix, workload distribution, and staffing levels requirements.
- Enhanced team communication by conducting regular staff meetings, addressing concerns, and promoting open dialogue.
- Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
- Promoted patient independence by teaching self-care skills and explaining conditions and medications.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
Education
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Moorpark College
Moorpark, CA06-2003
Skills
- Psychiatric assessment
- Suicide risk assessment
- Clinical documentation
- Self-awareness
- Crisis intervention
- De-escalation techniques
- Safety planning
- Client education
- Discharge planning
- Teamwork and collaboration
Certification
- LVN - Aug 2026
- IV Certified
Timeline
Psych Nurse- IPU
Ventura County Behavioral Health
01.2021 - Current
Charge Nurse LVN
WINDSOR HEALTHCARE
02.2019 - 01.2021
LVN Charge Nurse/Treatment Nurse
Nulife Recovery
07.2017 - 02.2019
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Moorpark College
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