Escolethia Miller
Summary
Patient-oriented Nurse with 26 years of diverse experience in behavioral health treatment, behavioral health assessment, behavioral health crisis intervention, treatment planning, mental health referrals, group therapy facilitation and individual therapy facilitation. Offering expertise in the health specialty.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mental Health Nurse Coordinator
Phoebe Putney Health System
1997.09 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing comprehensive care plans tailored to individual needs.
- Enhanced quality of care for patients through continuous assessment, monitoring, and adjustment of treatment plans.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create holistic and integrated mental health care for patients.
- Reduced hospital readmission rates by providing thorough discharge planning and follow-up support for patients transitioning to community-based services.
- Advocated for patient rights and maintained a safe, therapeutic environment conducive to healing and recovery.
- Educated patients and families on mental health conditions, treatments, coping strategies, and available resources.
- Conducted crisis interventions and de-escalation techniques to ensure patient safety during high-risk situations.
- Developed strong rapport with patients, fostering trust and open communication essential for effective treatment plans.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient progress, treatment plans, and medical histories in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions addressing various topics such as stress management, emotion regulation, interpersonal relationships, and relapse prevention.
- Implemented evidence-based interventions that improved overall client well-being while adhering to ethical guidelines.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
Treatment Team Nurse
Aspire
2018.06 - 2019.10
- Coordinated care plans with physicians, therapists, and other healthcare providers for optimized patient outcomes.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of patients'' physical, emotional, and social needs to inform individualized care plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams during daily huddles to coordinate care efforts and streamline workflows.
- Recognized potential complications early and took appropriate action to prevent adverse events or deterioration in patients'' conditions.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient safety measures within the facility.
- Exemplified strong critical thinking skills when making decisions regarding patient care priorities in high-stress situations.
- Contributed to policy development efforts within the nursing department by staying updated on regulatory changes and industry best practices.
- Maintained accurate electronic medical records for each patient under my supervision, ensuring timely documentation of treatment plans and progress notes.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
Registered Nurse, Group Facilitator
St. Jude's Recovery Center
1994.04 - 1997.08
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Facilitated therapeutic group therapy sessions
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Albany State University
Albany, GASkills
- Clinical Documentation
- Group Facilitation
- Active Listening
- Substance Abuse Treatment
- Stress Management
- Behavior Management
- Effective Communication
- De-escalation Techniques
- Crisis Intervention
- Conflict Resolution
Certification
- Licensed Registered Nurse - 1986 to current[Timeframe]
Timeline
Treatment Team Nurse
Aspire
2018.06 - 2019.10
Mental Health Nurse Coordinator
Phoebe Putney Health System
1997.09 - Current
Registered Nurse, Group Facilitator
St. Jude's Recovery Center
1994.04 - 1997.08
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Albany State University
- Licensed Registered Nurse - 1986 to current[Timeframe]
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