Hlawn Aung
Brooklyn
Summary
Healthcare professional with strong background in psychiatry and critical care. Successfully managed numerous patient recoveries, ensuring safety and comfort throughout process. Reliable team collaborator known for achieving positive outcomes and adapting to dynamic clinical environments. Skilled in patient assessment and medication management.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
PMHNP Student
Mindcare Psychiatric Services
Kendall Park, NJ
05.2024 - 02.2025
- Shadowed with a head PMHNP during pediatric/adult and older adult psychiatric intakes/daily assessments, medication management, and psychotherapy sessions
- Reinforced patient educations on prescribed treatment plans along with medication regimen to help foster a therapeutic alliance that facilitates a successful recovery
- Shadowed with interdisciplinary team to ensure patient cantered care to develop appropriate treatment plan and providing effective management of patient care with proper evaluation
- Completed total of 650 required clinical hours in medication managements and psychotherapy in across life span
PACU Registered Nurse
NYP- Weill Cornell Medical Center
New York, NY
06.2024 - Current
- Monitored patient recovery post-anesthesia, ensuring vital signs remained stable and managing pain levels within acceptable ranges
- Prevented complications from anesthesia side effects such as nausea or vomiting using effective medication administration techniques
- Educated patients on their post-operative recovery plan and provided emotional support throughout the process
- Administered medications and managed IV/Epidural lines and PCEA pumps as per physician orders and established protocols
Travel Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Kaiser Permanente West LA Medical Center
Los Angeles, CA
11.2023 - 05.2024
- Performed ultrasound-guided peripheral IV insertions for patients with difficult venous access, while adhering strictly to aseptic techniques during vascular access procedures
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care
- Maintained safe and effective care to patients with different acuity levels in a time-restricted and demanding environment
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for optimal patient outcomes during high-stress situations
Agency Emergency Room Nurse
NYCHH – South Brooklyn Health
Brooklyn, NY
10.2021 - 10.2023
- Assisted in the care of level 1 and 2 traumas, cardiac arrests, stroke codes, sepsis, hypo/hyperthermic emergencies, and conscious sedations
- Independently maintained safe and effective care to patients with different acuity levels in a time restricted and demanding environment
- Facilitated smooth transitions between ED services such as transfer or admission into acute or long-term care facilities
- Assess patient conditions and prioritize care based on severity of injuries.
Psychiatric Nurse: Dual Diagnosis Unit
Gracie Square Hospital
New York, NY
08.2016 - 09.2021
- Administered psychotropic medications and monitored patient responses to ensure safety and efficacy.
- Deescalated agitated patients using verbal interventions before resorting to physical restraints or seclusion when necessary.
- Oversaw care of suicidal patients and acted swiftly to reduce risk of harm to themselves or others.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized treatment plans.
- Conducted suicide risk assessments for at-risk individuals promptly addressing any concerns identified throughout the evaluation process.
Emergency Room Nurse
NYP-Brooklyn Methodist Hospital
Brooklyn, NY
04.2018 - 01.2020
- Assisted in the care of level 1 traumas, cardiac arrests, stroke codes, burns, poisoning, and conscious sedations
- Administered critical IV medications such as Cardizem, Levophed, Adenosine, Amiodarone, TPA, Insulin, and Nitroglycerin
- Independently maintained safe and effective care to patients with different acuity levels in a time restricted and demanding environment
Emergency Psychiatric Nurse: CPEP Unit
NYCHH – Harlem Hospital
New York, NY
02.2015 - 08.2016
- Educated patients and families about mental health, diagnoses and treatment options
- Provided crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques to manage acute psychiatric episodes effectively
- Deescalated agitated patients using verbal interventions before resorting to physical restraints or seclusion when necessary
- Administered psychotropic medications as prescribed, monitoring side effects and adjusting dosages as needed under physician guidance
Education
Master of Science - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Program
Chamberlain University School of Nursing
Addison, IL03-2025
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
CUNY New York City College of Technology
Brooklyn, NY02-2015
Skills
- Central line/PICC line management
- Proficient with port-a-cath, peripheral IV and Ultrasound guided IV insertions
- Foley catheter/CBI and chest tube management
- Airway management
- Psychiatric evaluations
- De-escalation techniques
Certification
- NYS Registered Nurse License # 697839 06/2026
- NYS PMHNP License # 407452 07/2028
- AHA PALS 07/2027
- AHA ACLS 07/2027
- AHA BCLS 07/2027
- CCRN Certification 03/2029
- CEN Certification 10/2026
Languages
English
Burmese
Timeline
PACU Registered Nurse
NYP- Weill Cornell Medical Center
06.2024 - Current
PMHNP Student
Mindcare Psychiatric Services
05.2024 - 02.2025
Travel Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Kaiser Permanente West LA Medical Center
11.2023 - 05.2024
Agency Emergency Room Nurse
NYCHH – South Brooklyn Health
10.2021 - 10.2023
Emergency Room Nurse
NYP-Brooklyn Methodist Hospital
04.2018 - 01.2020
Psychiatric Nurse: Dual Diagnosis Unit
Gracie Square Hospital
08.2016 - 09.2021
Emergency Psychiatric Nurse: CPEP Unit
NYCHH – Harlem Hospital
02.2015 - 08.2016
Master of Science - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Program
Chamberlain University School of Nursing
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
CUNY New York City College of Technology