Hannah Dauven
Windsor,CO
Summary
Compassionate Psychiatric RN focused on patient safety with strong therapeutic communication and human relation skills. Composed and polished even in high-stress situations. Collaborative leader and team player willing to pitch in and assist with any task. Committed to patient advocacy and teaching skills to help patients make beneficial life changes.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Denver Springs
Englewood, CO
05.2024 - Current
- Administered medications according to physician orders.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans.
- 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.
- Encouraged positive behavior change by reinforcing desired behaviors through reward systems.
- Coached clients on healthy coping skills, like relaxation or stress management strategies.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient care services, following agency policy and procedures.
- Assisted with crisis intervention when needed.
- Provided comprehensive care to patients suffering from mental health issues.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatments as needed.
- Assessed client responses to medication regimes and reported any adverse reactions.
- Performed physical and mental assessments of psychiatric patients.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Advocated for patient needs with the interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Responded to emergencies with speed, expertise, and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support, and life-saving interventions.
Psychiatric Charge Nurse
Colorado Mental Health Institute at Fort Logan
Denver, CO
01.2022 - 05.2024
- Trained charge nurses on daily operations, including creating daily schedules, managing the milieu, and leading nursing groups.
- Trained nurses on restraint and seclusion, as well as emergency medication protocols.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss treatment plans and goals for each patient.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient care services provided under agency policy and procedures in compliance with HIPAA.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their family members.
- Performed physical and mental health assessments of psychiatric patients.
- Monitored patients who were prescribed psychotropics and assessed the medications' effectiveness and side effects.
- Supervised and educated the healthcare team on unit floor operations.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors, and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Responded to emergencies with speed, expertise, and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support, and life-saving interventions.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors, and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Assisted physician with examinations and treatments.
Psychiatric Registered Nurse (Staff)
North Range Behavioral Health
Greeley, CO
11.2020 - 12.2023
- Administered psychotropics and evaluated efficacy of medications and non-pharmacologic treatments.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Reviewed patient referrals from higher level care facilities and emergency departments. Accepted or refused clients based on their acuity.
- Provided patient education on medication compliance, side effects and overall diagnoses.
- Conducted 15-minute safety checks and crisis prevention.
Pediatric Registered Nurse, Psychiatry (Travel)
Children's Hospital Of Colorado (Covelo Group)
Aurora, CO
08.2022 - 11.2022
- Treated eating disorders, neurological disabilities, and acute psychological issues.
- Assessed patients at admission and performed daily shift assessments to detect suicidal and self-harm risk, mood, and affect.
- Collaborated with the interdisciplinary team to discuss treatment plans and goals.
- Administered medications and therapies as prescribed by physicians.
- Helped pediatric patients understand and feel at ease with vaccines, tests, and minor procedures.
- Educated patients and families on diagnoses, disease management, wound management, and medications.
- Assessed the patient's physical, mental, and emotional health by taking vital signs, observing the skin condition, reviewing the medical history, and administering tests.
- Provided compassionate care to patients and families by listening to their concerns and addressing their needs.
- Initiated emergency interventions to stabilize a patient's condition before transfer or admission to the hospital setting.
- Provided comprehensive nursing care to pediatric patients in a fast-paced hospital setting.
Adult and Geri Psychiatric Nurse
Denver Health Medical Center (Covelo Group)
Denver, CO
02.2022 - 07.2022
- Monitored medication efficacy and patient response.
- Provided wound care, started IV infusions, administered peg tube medication, performed colostomy care, and managed diabetes.
- Collaborated with the interdisciplinary team on treatment planning.
- Followed rules and regulations to maintain patient and staff safety.
- Initiated crisis intervention techniques to de-escalate dangerous situations.
- Implemented safety protocols such as suicide prevention measures when necessary.
- Responded promptly and professionally to emergencies involving psychiatric patients.
- Tracked client movement on and off the unit by documenting clients' times and destinations.
- Advocated for patient needs with the interdisciplinary team, and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Implemented evidence-based interventions for optimal treatment.
- Provided direct care to psychiatric patients in an acute inpatient setting.
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress, treatments, medications, and any changes in condition.
COVID-19 Vaccinator RN (Contract)
Covelo Group-Weld County Health Dept.
Greeley, CO
10.2021 - 02.2022
- Provided emotional support and addressed the concerns of participants.
- Maintained accurate records, adhering to HIPAA and CDC guidelines.
- Conducted patient assessments to determine eligibility for COVID-19 vaccination.
- Provided education on vaccine administration, side effects, and post-vaccination care.
- Provided education on the importance of receiving the COVID-19 vaccine.
- Monitored people for adverse reactions and provided proper treatments.
- Prepared and administered vaccines according to established protocols.
Adult/Adolescent Psychiatric Nurse
Highlands Behavioral Health (Voca)
Littleton, CO
07.2021 - 10.2021
- Provided direct care to psychiatric patients in an acute inpatient setting.
- Assessed patient needs and developed individualized treatment plans accordingly.
- Educated patients on self-care strategies such as stress management techniques and lifestyle modifications.
- Provided emotional support to patients who were struggling with personal issues or traumatic events.
- Observed behavior of patients to assess their mental state and identify potential risks or safety concerns.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss ongoing cases and review relevant data points.
- Admission and discharge of patients of patients
- Handled vital sign monitoring, medication administration and patient behavior assessments.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors, and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
Psychiatric Registered Nurse (Staff)
Clearview Behavioral Health LLC
Johnstown, CO
06.2020 - 09.2020
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss treatment plans and goals for each patient.
- Assessed and treated patients in active drug and alcohol withdrawal
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Provided patient education on medication management and compliance
- Facilitated nursing groups on mindfulness, coping skills,medication compliance and suicide prevention.
- Monitored vital signs, medication administration and patient behavior.
Caregiver
BrightStar Care
Fort Collins, CO
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Monitored vital signs and medication use as delegated by the nurse.
- Directed patients on passive and active ROM exercises and ADLs.
- Maintained a clean and well-organized environment to promote client happiness and safety.
- Developed strong and trusting rapport with each client and family.
- Provided comfort and support to clients, family, and friends at end-of-life.
- Observed patients for physical and mental condition changes.
Phlebotomist
UCHealth
Fort Collins, CO
12.2016 - 03.2017
- Obtained blood specimens for medical testing.
- Enforced infection control and sharps disposal procedures.
- Built trust to increase patient comfort during phlebotomy procedures.
- Verified collection orders and communicated discrepancies to lab.
- Verified patient information before and after specimen collection.
- Used aseptic techniques to maintain specimen integrity and prevent infection.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Denver College of Nursing
Denver03.2020
Bachelor of Science - Music Business
Middle Tennessee State University
Murfreesboro, TN08.2004
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner - Nursing
Walden University
Minneapolis, MNSkills
- Healthcare personnel supervision, training and delegation
- Patient discharges and admissions
- Routine examinations and medical needs assessments
- Perform risk assessments
- Excellent clinical judgement and critical assessment
- Patient and family education
- Medication Administration
- Development of treatment care plans
- Physical restraint and seclusion procedures, laws and documentation
- Management of patients with mental health disorders
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Memberships
American Nurses Association-Member since 2020
American Psychiatric Nurses Association-Member since 2020
National Student Nurses Association-Member since 2017
Colorado Student Nurses Association-Member since 2017
American Association of Nurse Practitioners-Member since 2022
Certification
- Registered Nurse in the State of Colorado and California
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
- Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) Certification
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Certification
Accomplishments
- Graduated with Honors from Denver College of Nursing
- National Society of Leadership and Success
- Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing
- Golden Key Honor Society
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Denver Springs
05.2024 - Current
Pediatric Registered Nurse, Psychiatry (Travel)
Children's Hospital Of Colorado (Covelo Group)
08.2022 - 11.2022
Adult and Geri Psychiatric Nurse
Denver Health Medical Center (Covelo Group)
02.2022 - 07.2022
Psychiatric Charge Nurse
Colorado Mental Health Institute at Fort Logan
01.2022 - 05.2024
COVID-19 Vaccinator RN (Contract)
Covelo Group-Weld County Health Dept.
10.2021 - 02.2022
Adult/Adolescent Psychiatric Nurse
Highlands Behavioral Health (Voca)
07.2021 - 10.2021
Psychiatric Registered Nurse (Staff)
North Range Behavioral Health
11.2020 - 12.2023
Psychiatric Registered Nurse (Staff)
Clearview Behavioral Health LLC
06.2020 - 09.2020
Caregiver
BrightStar Care
01.2017 - 01.2018
Phlebotomist
UCHealth
12.2016 - 03.2017
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Denver College of Nursing
Bachelor of Science - Music Business
Middle Tennessee State University
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner - Nursing
Walden University
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