Hi, I’m
Gwenivere Polles
Batavia,IL
Summary
. Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Streamwood Behavioral Health SystemsStreamwood, IL
Registered Nurse, Inpatient Psychiatric Unit
08.2024 - Current
Job overview
- Provided nursing care to patients with mental health disorders.
- Assessed, monitored and documented vital signs for patients.
- Administered medications according to physician orders and hospital policy.
- Ensured compliance with policies, regulations, standards of practice, safety protocols.
- Performed physical examinations and screenings as required by the unit's protocols.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals regarding continuity of care for discharged patients.
- Counseled patients on how to cope with their mental health issues in a positive manner.
- Encouraged family involvement in the development of treatment plans when appropriate.
- Maintained accurate records of treatments, assessments, medications, laboratory results and any other pertinent information related to patient care.
- Developed individualized treatment plans in collaboration with physicians and other healthcare providers.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress or concerns.
- Educated patients and families on medications, safety measures and lifestyle modifications.
- Identified potential crisis situations and took appropriate action to de-escalate them quickly and safely.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
LVHNBethlehem, PA
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
07.2023 - 07.2024
Job overview
- Developed education materials about psychiatric illnesses for use by staff and clients.
- Supported the development of therapeutic relationships between clients and providers.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans.
- Encouraged positive behavior change by reinforcing desired behaviors through reward systems.
- Educated families on the diagnosis, management, and prevention of mental illness.
- Performed physical and mental assessments of psychiatric patients.
- Conducted psychosocial assessments to determine appropriate interventions.
- Provided emotional support to family members of psychiatric patients during difficult times.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss treatment plans and goals for each patient.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatments as needed.
- Coached clients on healthy coping skills such as relaxation techniques or stress management strategies.
- Instructed individuals on how to cope with their mental health conditions through lifestyle changes, such as diet or exercise regimens.
- Recorded comprehensive patient histories and coordinated treatment plans with multi-disciplinary team members.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Administered oral 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.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Coordinated discharge planning to ensure continuity of care post-hospitalization.
- Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for in-patient care.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
LVHNBethlehem, PA
Patient Transporter
01.2019 - 07.2023
Job overview
- Delivered specimens to laboratory departments according to established procedures.
- Assisted with transferring deceased bodies from the hospital unit to the morgue with respect and dignity.
- Educated patients on safe transfer techniques while preparing them for transport.
- Greeted and assisted patients in wheelchairs to their appointments.
- Responded promptly and appropriately to requests for assistance from hospital staff.
- Provided timely transportation services for outpatients to various medical facilities.
- Followed all safety guidelines while transporting patients in a wheelchair or bed.
- Assisted nurses with patient transfers, using proper body mechanics and safety measures.
- Recorded accurate times of departure and arrival on log sheets.
- Collected patient information from nursing staff prior to transport.
- Communicated effectively with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare personnel regarding patient care needs.
- Ensured patients' comfort by providing blankets, pillows, water, and other necessary items.
- Checked all medical documents for accuracy prior to transporting patients.
- Maintained cleanliness of transport vehicles and equipment.
Education
DeSalesCenter Valley, PA
Bachelor of Science from BSN
05-2023
DeSales Center Valley, PA
Minor in Spanish from Spanish Language And Literature
05-2023
Skills
- Diabetes management
- Infectious disease control
- Ventilator support
- Vaccine administration
- Chart updating
- Health screening
- Medical assessment
- Nursing staff leadership
- Discharge coordination
- Lab result interpretation
- Intake and discharge
- Public speaking
- Software localization
- Translation services (Spanish)
Languages
Spanish
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Inpatient Psychiatric Unit
Streamwood Behavioral Health Systems
08.2024 - Current
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
LVHN
07.2023 - 07.2024
Patient Transporter
LVHN
01.2019 - 07.2023
DeSales
Bachelor of Science from BSN
DeSales
Minor in Spanish from Spanish Language And Literature
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