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Education
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BACKGROUND
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Grace Ann Camitan

Las Vegas,NV

Summary


Experienced healthcare professional equipped for role. Adept in patient assessment, care planning, and crisis intervention. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Known for reliability, adaptability, and excellent communication skills. Proficient in therapeutic techniques, medication management, and patient education.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse

Clark County Detention Center
12.2024 - Current
  • Conducted mental health assessments to identify treatment needs and initiate appropriate interventions.
  • Developed strong rapport with patients, fostering trust and open communication essential for effective treatment plans.
  • Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
  • Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
  • Enhanced quality of care for patients through continuous assessment, monitoring, and adjustment of treatment plans.
  • Educated inmates on coping mechanisms and mental health resources available within the facility.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for inmates.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of patient progress, treatment plans, and medical histories in compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Trained new nursing staff on protocols, policies, and best practices for mental health care delivery.

Psychiatric RN

Wellpath at Clark County Detention Center
07.2019 - 12.2024

As Above

Psychiatric RN

Naphcare Inc at Clark County Detention Center
08.2014 - 07.2019

As Above

RN Health Screener/Counselor

Summit Health
09.2011 - 01.2014


  • Conducted health screenings to assess patient wellness and identify potential health risks.
  • Educated patients on preventative measures, promoting overall wellness and reducing the risk of illness.

RN Lead / Immunization RN / Health Coach

Medical Resources Staffing
11.2009 - 01.2014


  • Conducted regular health screenings to detect potential health issues early, improving overall workforce wellbeing.
  • Educated patients on health management and disease prevention strategies.
  • Handled Hypertension Management Program, a 4-month Research Study relating to wireless monitoring of hypertension patients.
  • Assisted Concentra to cover AT Work Services Program, working onsite at client facilities in Las Vegas.
  • Managed Hep B clinic
  • Performed TB testing and Wellness Screening
  • Actively participated with SNHD H1N1 Response Team as RN Lead Screener/Vaccinator and Back to School Immunization Program as RN Support staff


Home Health RN

Vision Health Care
11.2009 - 01.2012


  • Assessed patients' health status and developed individualized care plans to suit needs.
  • Initiated appropriate preventive and rehabilitative nursing care/procedures, including teaching.
  • Assessed patient conditions regularly, promptly reporting changes in status to healthcare providers for timely intervention.
  • Educated patients and families on disease management, prevention strategies, and self-care techniques.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

College of Southern Nevada
01.2009

Skills

  • Assessment techniques
  • Suicide prevention
  • Therapeutic communication
  • De-escalation techniques
  • Clinical documentation
  • Self motivation
  • Patient health education
  • Compassionate and caring
  • Reliability
  • Teamwork and collaboration

BACKGROUND

  • Psychiatric Nurse in a Correctional facility, housing approximately 3000 inmates. Performed comprehensive Mental Assessment, responded to Mental Health Crisis and collaborated with interdisciplinary team to develop and implement individualized care plan for patients, while ensuring that nursing processes and systems are followed appropriately according to policies, procedures, company performance, and accreditation standards.
  • Knowledge of Psychiatric disorders, medications and treatment plans.
  • Effective interpersonal communication skills and positive attitude. Applied therapeutic communication skills; established rapport and communicated effectively with individuals of diverse socio-cultural background.
  • Provided education and/or counseled patients related to disease process, treatment modalities, preventive care and adopting habits conducive to a healthy lifestyle, in community health setting.

Timeline

Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse

Clark County Detention Center
12.2024 - Current

Psychiatric RN

Wellpath at Clark County Detention Center
07.2019 - 12.2024

Psychiatric RN

Naphcare Inc at Clark County Detention Center
08.2014 - 07.2019

RN Health Screener/Counselor

Summit Health
09.2011 - 01.2014

RN Lead / Immunization RN / Health Coach

Medical Resources Staffing
11.2009 - 01.2014

Home Health RN

Vision Health Care
11.2009 - 01.2012

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

College of Southern Nevada
Grace Ann Camitan