Eunice Hahn
Fort Wayne,IN
Summary
Dedicated Mental Health Registered Nurse, recently certified as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. Well versed in supervising at-risk patients and assessing outcomes of interventions to eliminate suicide risk. Maintained nonjudgmental and supportive stance in relating to patient and family concerns. Strong knowledge of state laws, including civil commitments, patient rights, seclusion and advance directives for mental health treatment.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse
Bowen behavioral hospital
Fort Wayne, IN
11.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams including psychiatrists, social workers, physicians, psychologists and others to ensure continuity of care for each patient.
- Encouraged clients to express themselves through activities like art therapy or music therapy.
- Prescribed medications according to physician orders and monitored their effectiveness over time.
- Led psychoeducation classes for clients that focused on topics such as communication skills building and conflict resolution techniques.
- Assisted in developing discharge plans for patients transitioning out of care settings back into the community.
- Assessed and evaluated the mental and physical condition of patients.
- Conducted routine assessments to identify any changes in a patient's condition or behavior.
- Supported family members during visits at the facility providing them information about their loved one's condition.
- Advised families on how best to support their loved ones through difficult times.
- Provided psychotherapy to patients dealing with mental health issues.
- Maintained accurate records of client interactions including diagnosis notes and progress reports.
- Administered medications, adhering to medication schedules and making adjustments commensurate with patients' condition and response.
- Documented observations, interventions and concerns in patient charts and electronic systems, sustaining continuum of care from admission through to discharge.
- Collaborated with treatment and service providers using interprofessional interdisciplinary team approach for continuity of care.
- Implemented evidence-based and best practice problem-solving interventions to establish protective measures for suicide prevention and self-harm.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
Registered Nurse, -Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse
Parkview Behavioral Health Hospital
Fort Wayne, IN
08.2020 - Current
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care to deliver comprehensive services.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization due to complications.
- Managed and provided leadership to help staff with direct and indirect patient care and telemetry monitoring.
- Used facility EMR system to update patient records, transmit prescriptions and transfer files.
- Immunized patients against influenza and pneumonia to protect vulnerable populations from serious illnesses.
- Treated patients suffering from chronic and acute medical concerns, including asthma, seizure disorders and pneumonia.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions, including IV administration, wound and ostomy care and catheter insertion.
- Treated patients using pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment modalities to address various disorders, diseases and injuries.
- Monitoring lab values including creatinine, Bun, kidney functions, hemoglobin etc and reporting to provider.
- Deescalation techniques
- Evaluate mental health needs
- Consult with psychiatrist and other behavioral health staff in designing appropriate treatmet for clients.
- Discussed non-medical techniques such as yoga and meditation to help patients alleviate depression and anxiety.
- Monitored patients prescribed psychotropic medications to assess medications' effectiveness and side effects.
- Consulted with psychiatrists about client medication changes, issues with medicine compliance and efficacy of medications.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory agencies such as The Joint Commission and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Parkview Regional Medical Center
Fort Wayne, IN
08.2019 - 08.2020
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient information in electronic medical records system.
- Performed vital signs monitoring for early identification of changes in patient condition or response to treatment plan.
- Incorporated cultural diversity into all aspects of patient assessment and management strategies.
- Assisted physicians during exams or other medical procedures as needed.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized patient plans of care.
- Adhered to hospital policies and procedures while providing quality patient centered care.
- Responded quickly and effectively to life threatening situations utilizing advanced cardiac life support protocols.
- Demonstrated excellent interpersonal communication skills when interacting with patients, family members, physicians or other healthcare professionals.
- Maintained accurate records of all patient interactions, treatments, medications administered and any changes in condition.
- Prioritized workloads according to urgency levels ensuring timely completion of assignments.
- Provided direct nursing care to medical-surgical patients including assessments, treatments, medications and documentation of care.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care for terminally ill patients and their families.
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques.
- Observed patient's heart rate, blood pressure and respiration for signs of distress.
- Performed cardiopulmonary resuscitation accurately and effectively.
- Confirmed proper functioning of life support equipment such as ventilators and feeding tubes.
- Promoted safe and calm environment for complex patients by keeping services, supplies and necessary equipment on hand.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Administered local, inhalation or intravenous anesthetics to patients undergoing procedures.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
Education
Master of Science - Psychiatric Mental Health
Indiana Wesleyan University
Marion, IN05-2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Huntington University
Huntington, IN05-2019
Skills
- Medical screening
- Patient monitoring
- Unit administration
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Checking oxygen levels
- Patient care planning
- BAC screen/drug screen collection ability
- Strong medical ethic
- Family and patient support
- Intake and discharge
- Bi-lingual in English and Kiswahili
- Taking vitals
- Patient Care
- Electronic Health Records Management
- Preparing for procedures
- Enthusiastic caregiver
- Performing bladder scans
- Flow sheet charting
- Psychiatric and Mental Health Care
- Kidney functions lab values monitoring
- Suicide Prevention
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration
- Substance abuse treatment
- Motivational Interviewing
- Behavioral Management
Affiliations
Member of American Nurses Association
Deans List 2017
Timeline
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse
Bowen behavioral hospital
11.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse, -Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse
Parkview Behavioral Health Hospital
08.2020 - Current
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Parkview Regional Medical Center
08.2019 - 08.2020
Master of Science - Psychiatric Mental Health
Indiana Wesleyan University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Huntington University
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