Heriberto "Harry" Silva
Cicero,IL
Summary
Psychiatric healthcare professional with comprehensive experience in mental health nursing. Skilled in patient assessment, crisis intervention, and therapeutic communication. Adept at collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to provide high-quality care and achieve optimal patient outcomes. Reliable, adaptable, and focused on patient-centered care.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
MacNeal Hospital
10.2022 - Current
- Team Lead/Charge Nurse managing all staff and units in Behavioral Health Services
- Preceptor for new employees
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to develop individualized care plans for psychiatric patients
- Led crisis intervention efforts to de-escalate high-stress situations effectively and safely
- Promoted a therapeutic environment by establishing rapport, maintaining boundaries, and fostering open communication with patients and families
Patient Care Technician
MacNeal Hospital
03.2020 - 09.2022
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring prompt medical response
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care
Pharmacy Technician
Walgreens
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Processed and dispensed medications accurately following established protocols.
- Performed de-escalation and calming techniques for difficult customers
Education
Accelerated Bachelors of Science - Nursing
Loyola University of Chicago
Maywood, IL05.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Biochemistry
Northwestern University
Evanston, IL06.2019
Skills
- CPI Nonviolent Crisis Intervention
- BLS certification
- EPIC proficiency
- Training staff
- Daisy award nomination
- Patient care management
Timeline
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
MacNeal Hospital
10.2022 - Current
Patient Care Technician
MacNeal Hospital
03.2020 - 09.2022
Pharmacy Technician
Walgreens
01.2018 - 01.2019
Accelerated Bachelors of Science - Nursing
Loyola University of Chicago
Bachelor of Arts - Biochemistry
Northwestern University