ERIKA JONES
Troy,MI
Summary
Efficient Psychiatric Registered Nurse with over 3 years of experience as a Registered Nurse. Successful at providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Effectively provide focused pharmacological and non-pharmacological therapy to patients. Collaborate well with doctors to maintain top-notch healthcare practices.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
RN
Brightwell Behavioral Hospital
East Lansing, MI
12.2023 - 09.2024
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatments as needed.
- Assessed client responses to medication regimes and reported any adverse reactions.
- Conducted psychosocial assessments to determine appropriate interventions.
- Provided comprehensive care to patients suffering from mental health issues.
- Performed physical and mental assessments of psychiatric patients.
Registered Nurse
DMC- Detroit Receiving Hospital
Detroit, MI
08.2022 - 02.2023
- Handled vital sign monitoring, medication administration and patient behavior assessments.
- Monitored patients prescribed psychotropic medications to assess medications' effectiveness and side effects.
- Collaborated with treatment and service providers using interprofessional interdisciplinary team approach for continuity of care.
- Documented observations, interventions and concerns in patient charts and electronic systems, sustaining continuum of care from admission through to discharge.
- Conducted independent risk assessment for self-directed violence, analyzing risk factors, protective factors, mental status and current triggers.
Registered Nurse
Stonecrest Center via Supplemental Health
Detroit, MI
01.2022 - 04.2022
- Monitored patients prescribed psychotropic medications to assess medications' effectiveness and side effects
- Met patient needs by devising and coordinating highly tailored care plans for each individual
- Collaborated with prescribing professionals to get patients necessary medications
- Documented observations, interventions, and concerns in patient charts and electronic systems, sustaining continuum of care from admission through to discharge
- Conducted independent risk assessment for self-directed violence, analyzing risk factors, protective factors, mental status and current triggers.
Registered Nurse
Havenwyck Hospital
Auburn Hills, MI
01.2021 - 03.2022
- Identification of medically-related social and emotional needs of clients
- Cultivated relationships with patients, discussing ways to help improve overall health while alleviating self-harm practices
- Communicated with patients regarding continuing care and medications and discussed treatment plans with family members and guardians
- Discussed non-medical techniques such as yoga and meditation to help patients alleviate depression and anxiety
- Served as lead clinician for patients with bipolar, depression, anxiety and personality disorders
- Conducted 15-minute and unscheduled checks on patients, immediately responding to hazardous incidents or crises to maintain safe milieu
- Educated patients, families, and caregivers on diagnosis, treatment, and disease management, equipping them with tools to achieve and maintain optimal psychiatric and mental health.
Registered Nurse
Sinai Grace
Detroit, MI
06.2020 - 01.2021
- Utilized telemetry to monitor patients cardiac status
- Treated patients using pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment modalities to address various disorders, diseases and injuries
- Listed all important information regarding patient health changes, medication side effects and treatments for physician review
- Identified irregular telemetry readings and initiated corrective action plans
- Communicated with patients and family members to explain conditions and medications
- Educated patients and families to manage illness with post-treatment home care needs, nutrition, exercise programs and self-administration of medication
- Documented nursing care and patient response to treatment in EHR system.
Education
Master of Science - Psychiatric
Northern Kentucky University
08.2023
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification -
11.2022
Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Training -
11.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
04.2020
Skills
- Patient education and counseling
- Intake and discharge
- Nursing Plan Development and Modification
- Direct and Indirect Patient Care
- Electronic Health Records Management
- Strong medical ethic
Timeline
RN
Brightwell Behavioral Hospital
12.2023 - 09.2024
Registered Nurse
DMC- Detroit Receiving Hospital
08.2022 - 02.2023
Registered Nurse
Stonecrest Center via Supplemental Health
01.2022 - 04.2022
Registered Nurse
Havenwyck Hospital
01.2021 - 03.2022
Registered Nurse
Sinai Grace
06.2020 - 01.2021
Master of Science - Psychiatric
Northern Kentucky University
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification -
Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Training -
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
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