Erin Kelly

• Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
• Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
• Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
• Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
• Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
• Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
• Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.

• Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
• Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
• Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
• Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
• Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
• Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities by supervising junior nurses on the unit as well as orienting new hires.
• Identified potential ethical issues that arose during care delivery and discussed them openly with colleagues in order to reach an agreeable solution.
• Communicated effectively with staff members from various departments throughout the hospital system while advocating for optimal care delivery.
• Attended professional development trainings relevant to behavioral health nursing practices.
• Developed relationships with community organizations that provide additional resources for mental health support services outside of the hospital setting.
• Educated family members about mental health diagnoses and recommended strategies for supporting their loved ones during recovery processes.
• Maintained a safe environment by following established policies and procedures related to security protocols within the facility.
• Provided crisis intervention services when needed to deescalate situations or prevent harm to self or others.
• Facilitated group therapy sessions and provided education on topics such as stress management, healthy coping skills, and relapse prevention.
• Assessed suicide risk factors in at-risk patients and took appropriate action to ensure safety.

• Reduced hospital readmissions by developing targeted discharge plans with a focus on skill building and community supports for behavioral health management.
• Assisted in the development of departmental policies and procedures that ensured consistent high-quality CRT services across all shifts at the crisis bed, including med delegation.
• Developed strong relationships with referring physicians, promoting effective communication around shared patients'' needs and progress updates.
• Actively participated in interdisciplinary rounds, contributing valuable insights from the perspective of a mental health nurse overseeing the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual needs of the patients.

provided mental and behavioral health counseling along with skill building for patient and their families when appropriate. Work as a substance abuse clinician with adolescents and adults. Lead groups, parenting classes, and participated in multidisciplinary treatment teams

• Marketing my business
• budget maintenance and updating
• writing grants to provide improved service
• Participated in community group for home providers for continued education, growing our businesses, and providing services for our communities
• Developed strong relationships with families, providing regular updates on child progress and establishing trust.
• Developed age-appropriate activities and crafts to engage children.
• Maintained clean facilities by following sanitation protocols, ensuring a healthy environment for all children.

• Coordinated special events such as holiday celebrations or parent-teacher conferences, fostering community engagement among families in the program.
• Reduced staff turnover rate by cultivating a positive work environment through team-building activities and open communication channels.
• Managed budgetary allocations effectively, minimizing unnecessary expenses while ensuring adequate resources for center operations.
• Maintained accurate record-keeping systems to track progress, attendance, health information, and other pertinent data efficiently.
• intergenerational activities with residents and children
• Oversaw compliance with state licensing regulations, maintaining up-to-date knowledge of requirements and addressing any areas needing improvement promptly.
• worked with other departments for mutual benefit and flow of services