Farrah Hendrix
Hays,KS
Summary
Compassionate Registered Mental Health Nurse with background in crisis intervention, patient assessment and treatment planning. Proficient in collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient care. Strong communication skills coupled with demonstrated ability in patient advocacy and education. Contribute positively to patient outcomes through application of nursing best practices and commitment to ongoing professional development.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Camber Children's Mental Heath Hays
Hays, KS
06.2013 - Current
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care and support.
- Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Provided emotional support and counseling to patients and their families.
Registered Nurse
Good Samaritan Nursing Home
Hays, KS
06.2013 - 09.2013
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
North Central Kansas Technical College
Hays, KS06-2013
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TXSkills
- Culturally-sensitive care
- Precepting
- Patient management
- Chart updating
- Family and patient support
- EMR / EHR
- Reporting and documentation
- Strong medical ethic
Certification
- CPR Instructor-2019-Current
- Ukeru Trainer
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Camber Children's Mental Heath Hays
06.2013 - Current
Registered Nurse
Good Samaritan Nursing Home
06.2013 - 09.2013
Associate of Science - Nursing
North Central Kansas Technical College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University of Texas At Arlington
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