Hiba Abdelghani
Meriden
Summary
Dynamic psychiatric nurse with extensive experience, specializing in individualized care planning and crisis intervention. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through effective medication administration and therapeutic communication. Committed to patient advocacy and safety, fostering a supportive environment for mental health recovery.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Geriatric Psych Nurse
Institute of Living Psychiatric Hospital
Hartford
06.2024 - Current
- Administered psychiatric medications and monitored patient responses.
- Conducted comprehensive mental health assessments for elderly patients.
- Developed individualized care plans based on patient needs and preferences.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient care strategies.
- Provided emotional support and counseling to patients and families.
- Encouraged older adults to participate in activities that promote healthy aging practices.
Psychiatric Nurse
Bristol Hospital
Bristol
10.2016 - Current
- Care for patients on a 16-bed adult inpatient psychiatric unit/16-bed geriatric psych unit
- Document observations of patient’s behavior and status to the administered plan.
- Provide therapeutic interactions with patients to assist them in identifying sources of anxiety.
- Administer medications and treatments ordered by physician.
- Identify behavioral problems to make suitable recommendations.
- Act in accordance with facility policy and appropriate nursing standard of care.
- Maintain the therapeutic milieu using acceptable standards.
Detox/Inpatient Treatment Program (ITP)/Admissions Nurse
Rushford Center Inc.
Middletown
08.2013 - 08.2018
- Deliver efficient, high quality and safe nursing care to all clients in the programs, including up to 19 clients on the detox unit, and 42 males and females in the inpatient treatment program.
- Monitor, assess, plan care, intervene and evaluate the medical/nursing management of clients within incumbent’s care and in all other levels of care, as assigned by the Nurse Manager and/or Team Leader.
- Perform Charge Nurse role in the clinical oversight of counselor assistants, certified nurse assistants and other licensed staff ensuring completion of all assigned work tasks on the accountability sheet.
Recovery Network of Programs, RNP
Delta-T Group
Bridgeport
01.2013 - 09.2013
- Assisted in identification of medical, emotional, and social needs of the client throughout the treatment process.
- Assessed medical and psychological problems and reported significant findings to the physician and appropriate counselor.
- Completed initial medical and nutritional assessment, and chemical dependency and suicide history.
- Monitored self-medication program and provided appropriate education to clients in the treatment program.
- Administered TB tests to clients in accordance with CT Department of Health.
- Adhered to Patient Rights as outlined in licensure manual.
Camp Nurse
The Discovery Center
Woodstock Valley
03.2013 - 06.2013
- Kept safety as the first priority serving over 2,000 campers (Grade 4-6) as well as parents and other camp personnel.
- Kept medical records and daily attendance records of the infirmary and stayed alert to staff and camper needs.
- Dispensed medications at proper times.
- Communicated specific camper health concerns (allergies, special diets) to staff.
- Applied first aid for minor injuries.
- Liaised with local doctors, hospitals, and pharmacies.
Seasonal Flu Nurse
Maxim Healthcare Services
East Hartford
09.2012 - 11.2012
- Administered flu shots skillfully and appropriately.
- Managed to handle multiple site locations in need of time.
- Performed strictly within the guidelines established by the corporation.
- Discharged duties with excellent standards of patient care and concern.
- Maintained the standards of recording and reporting.
- Adhered to infection-control policies and procedures.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Central Connecticut State University
New Britain, CT05.2012
Skills
- Psychiatric assessment
- Medication administration
- Individualized care planning
- Team collaboration
- Crisis intervention
- Patient education
- Therapeutic communication
- Patient safety
- Behavioral observation
- Patient advocacy
- Mental health support
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN), State of Connecticut
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider
- CPI, Nonviolent Crisis Intervention certification
Timeline
Geriatric Psych Nurse
Institute of Living Psychiatric Hospital
06.2024 - Current
Psychiatric Nurse
Bristol Hospital
10.2016 - Current
Detox/Inpatient Treatment Program (ITP)/Admissions Nurse
Rushford Center Inc.
08.2013 - 08.2018
Camp Nurse
The Discovery Center
03.2013 - 06.2013
Recovery Network of Programs, RNP
Delta-T Group
01.2013 - 09.2013
Seasonal Flu Nurse
Maxim Healthcare Services
09.2012 - 11.2012
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Central Connecticut State University
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