Evan Schmidt
Registered Nurse
Providence,RI
Summary
Empathetic and compassionate Registered Nurse, with excellent interpersonal skills and strong foundation in patient care. Possessing knowledge of psychiatric nursing principles and techniques, including patient assessment, nursing case management, and crisis intervention. Committed to providing high-quality care to improve patient outcomes and support mental health recovery.
Overview
3
3
Certifications
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse Manager
The Providence Center
Providence, RI
02.2025 - 07.2026
- Led a multidisciplinary ACT team of 6 case managers, 2 registered nurses, a substance use specialist, and a clinical therapist to improve patient care standards and enhance operational efficiency.
- Coordinated interdisciplinary team meetings to foster collaboration and optimize treatment plans for complex cases.
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and maintaining a high standard of clinical expertise.
- Developed performance metrics aligned with organizational goals to measure success objectively while identifying areas for improvement.
- Successfully managed crisis situations through rapid assessment, decisive action, and expert coordination of emergency response efforts.
- Promoted a collaborative work environment by fostering strong team communication, resulting in more effective patient care delivery.
- Prioritized and distributed assignments and workload based on individual staff strengths and experience.
Registered Nurse Assistant Manager
The Providence Center
Providence, RI
01.2024 - 02.2025
- Assisted in supervising daily operations within a multidisciplinary ACT team, ensuring adherence to quality care standards and patient safety protocols.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to streamline patient care processes, fostering communication and efficiency.
- Evaluated patient care plans regularly, adjusting strategies based on evolving health needs and outcomes.
- Mentored junior staff in clinical practices, promoting professional growth and consistent service delivery.
- Successfully resolved patient complaints, fostering trust and positive relationships between patients, families, and healthcare providers.
- Evaluated staff performance regularly, providing constructive feedback and creating opportunities for professional growth.
- Enhanced staff communication and collaboration through regular team meetings and open discussions.
- Participated as a member of The Providence Center's De-escalation Emergency Assessment Team (DEAT), which created a coordinated, system-wide emergency response and consultation process to improve patient safety outcomes.
Registered Nurse
TPC Crisis Stabilization Unit
Providence, RI
07.2023 - 10.2024
- Administered medications and treatment to clients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Updated client's charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
- Educated clients on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Provided direct quality care to clients by monitoring, recording and evaluating psychiatric conditions.
- Equipped clients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
Registered Nurse
The Providence Center
Providence , RI
10.2022 - 01.2024
- Educated clients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Educated and supported other RNs with training, guidance, mentoring and resources required to achieve objectives.
- Effectively prioritized assignments, executing care based on each client's relative condition and delegating tasks to available personnel to deliver safe and efficient care.
- Worked within interdisciplinary health care team to develop, implement and make adjustments to client care plans, individualizing strategies, and methods to improve health and meet recovery goals.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping clients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for client under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Managed a nursing caseload ranging between 60 to 120 high acuity clients, which increased/decreased relative to staffing patterns.
- Created individualized care plans based on nursing diagnosis and incorporated appropriate nursing methods to achieve positive outcomes.
- Participated in nursing committee to curate and enact treatment improvement initiatives.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Rhode Island College
Providence, RI 08.2014 - 05.2021
Skills
Clinical Assessment
Patient Education and Advocacy
Multidisciplinary Collaboration
Crisis Intervention
Health Management
Treatment Planning
Clinical Leadership
Case Management
Medication Administration
Certification
RN, State of Rhode Island, License# RN73825
Timeline
Registered Nurse Manager
The Providence Center
02.2025 - 07.2026
Registered Nurse Assistant Manager
The Providence Center
01.2024 - 02.2025
Registered Nurse
TPC Crisis Stabilization Unit
07.2023 - 10.2024
Registered Nurse
The Providence Center
10.2022 - 01.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Rhode Island College
08.2014 - 05.2021