Glaiza Reyes
Sunland,CA
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with experience offering comprehensive patient care in outpatient and inpatient environments. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.
As a dedicated nurse practitioner student with a strong interest in mental health, I am seeking a preceptorship to gain hands-on experience in psychiatric nursing. My clinical training has equipped me with a solid foundation in patient care, and I am eager to expand my skills in psychiatric assessments, therapeutic interventions, and developing treatment plans. I am committed to pursuing a career in psychiatric nursing and am looking forward to learning from experienced professionals to provide compassionate and effective mental health care.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
RN
Olive View-UCLA Medical Center
Sylmar, CA
03.2023 - Current
- Provides direct patient care, including patient assessment and planning
- Recognizes the need to prioritize patient care needs based on the acuity and urgency
- Identifies change in patient's signs and symptoms and intervene in emergent situation
- Collaborates with other disciplines to provide safe patient care
- Communicates pertinent patient data to appropriate health care professionals
- Performs nursing intervention utilizing the nursing process
- Assist with basic nursing procedures within the scope of practice
- Collaborates with other members of the healthcare team
- Oversees nursing care provided by other lower-level nursing team members
- Maintains privacy and confidentiality
- Performs case management role
RN (Jail Ward Unit)
LA General Medical Center
Los Angeles, CA
03.2022 - 03.2023
- Follows established policies and procedures within the scope of practice
- Complies with licensing and accreditation standards and other regulatory requirements
- Conducts self-assessment of performance and identifies own learning needs
- Consistently seeks assistance and feedback regarding patient and clinical practice issues
- Accepts personal accountability and demonstrates initiative in continuing to develop nursing knowledge and skills
- Communicates and collaborates effectively as a member of an interdisciplinary healthcare team as needed
- Participates in patient care conferences, committee meetings, staff development, and education programs to increase or maintain professional competency
- Seeks experiences that reflect current clinical practice to achieve and enhance professional and clinical skills and competencies
- Remains up-to-date on current professional skills, trends, and issues
- Participates in performance improvement activities
- Maintains courteous and respectful relationships with patients, families, and co-workers
- Provides care in a non-judgmental, non-discriminatory manner
- Respects patient rights; adheres to and protects patient privacy, confidentiality, and security guidelines
- Completes and maintains accurate and legible documentation and records in a clear, concise, and timely manner
- Reports and may intervene in incidents involving patients, visitors, or employees
- Delegates, assigns, and/or supervises as needed the assigned work of others including Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs), nursing attendants, technicians, clerical staff, and students
License Vocational Nurse, Correctional Health Nurse
Men's Central Jail
Los Angeles, CA
11.2019 - 03.2022
- Assists in the provision of nursing care and medical treatment of inmate patients in Los Angeles County jail facilities
- Makes rounds of in-patient areas and cells to observe and report condition of all inmate patients to designated registered nurse personnel
- Obtains vital signs and information, observes visible signs of patient condition and reports these observations to the designated registered nurse
- Obtains and documents computerized medical histories, observing patients for visible medical conditions or symptoms of disease
- Assists physicians by preparing charts and obtaining specimens and/or results from Electrocardiogram (EKG), pulse oximetry, or blood sugar monitoring
- Applies dressings; administers hand held nebulizer breathing treatment; administers medication including topical, oral, by injection and controlled drugs; and administers therapeutic measures
- Performs medical/mental health screenings in the Inmate Reception Center under close supervision of the designated registered nurse
- Reviews orders by medical or psychiatric providers to identify unaddressed medical or mental health issues and reports to the designated registered nurse
- Issues passes and calls in inmate patients to be seen by medical providers and assists with examinations as needed
- Observes and reports objective behavior of patients undergoing narcotic withdrawal, delirium tremens, or suffering from effects of mental illness to the designated registered nurse
- Assists in emergency situations and provides care under the close supervision of the designated registered nurse and/or medical provider
LVN (Charge Nurse and MDS Assistant)
Four Seasons Healthcare and Wellness Center
06.2016 - 02.2020
- Conduct Resident's assessments
- Assess patient's cognition and mental status, behavior, functional status, abilities and goals, nutritional status etc
- In accordance with federally mandated guidelines
- These assessments examine patient's physical and mental well-being, focusing on indicators that can predict patient risk
- Assess charts and communicate with health care teams to create applicable health care plans for their current and incoming residents
- Develop Patient Care Plans
- After conducting risk assessment procedures, MDS nurses works with internal and external providers to develop patient care plans
- Ensures that patients have access to the resources and professionals that they need, and that care plans follow federally mandated guidelines for long-term care facilities
- Make Patient and Facility Recommendations
- Recommendations for patient support and healthcare facility operations
- Supply reports to the facility's upper management personnel as well as to the Department of Health to ensure that patient care procedures and plans are integrated in accordance with federal guidelines
- Update and review resident's plan of care quarterly, annually or any significant change of resident's status and refer to other healthcare team needed
- Review charts for newly admit patients and collaborate with the IDT regarding plan of care
- Direct and supervise the activities of other nursing staff and care providers
- Provide teachings to other health care staff in regard to patient plan of care
- Provide Facility Support
- Occasionally provide support beyond MDS reporting and assessment role
- Also cover for other nursing staff in case of absence or illness, taking a more direct hand in patient caregiving and resident activities
- -Monitor patients on psychotropic medications and narcotics, ensuring adherence to prescribed regimens and observing for side effects or adverse reactions.
- Conduct regular assessments of patients' mental health status, documenting changes and communicating findings to the healthcare team.
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team (IDT), including psychiatrists, psychologists, and other healthcare professionals, to develop and update comprehensive care plans.
- Facilitate and participate in meetings with patients, their families, and the IDT to discuss treatment progress, care plans, and any necessary adjustments.
- Educate patients and their families about psychotropic medications, their effects, and the importance of adherence to treatment plans.
- Ensure accurate and timely documentation of patient care, medication administration, and interdisciplinary team discussions.
- Provide compassionate support to patients and their families, addressing concerns and promoting a positive therapeutic environment.
- Stay informed about the latest developments in psychiatric nursing and psychotropic medications through continuous education and professional development.
Education
MSN Student - PMHNP
Walden University
Minneapolis, MNObstetric Nursing
California State University, San Bernardino California
Bachelor's of Science in Nursing -
Manuel S. Enverga University Foundation, Candelaria Inc.
Philippines01.2013
Skills
- Basic Life Support
- Clinical judgment
- Compassion and Empathy
- Discharge Planning
- Bilingual: English, Tagalog
- Highly proficient skills with computer (Word, Works well dependently and independently
- Excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational skills, and a demonstrated willingness to work in a team
- Dependable and reliable
Timeline
RN
Olive View-UCLA Medical Center
03.2023 - Current
RN (Jail Ward Unit)
LA General Medical Center
03.2022 - 03.2023
License Vocational Nurse, Correctional Health Nurse
Men's Central Jail
11.2019 - 03.2022
LVN (Charge Nurse and MDS Assistant)
Four Seasons Healthcare and Wellness Center
06.2016 - 02.2020
MSN Student - PMHNP
Walden University
Obstetric Nursing
California State University, San Bernardino California
Bachelor's of Science in Nursing -
Manuel S. Enverga University Foundation, Candelaria Inc.