Holly Houston
Kanab,Utah
Summary
Registered Nurse with extensive experience in Psychiatric Medical Care, specializing in program management and community collaboration. Demonstrated success in enhancing patient care through effective communication and emotional support strategies. Proficient in electronic health records management and end-of-life care coordination, creating compassionate environments for patients and families during critical times.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Psychiatric Medical Care
Kanab, Utah
10.2023 - Current
- Developed strategic program plans to align with organizational goals and community needs.
- Managed program operations, providing leadership for staff members.
- Trained staff and volunteers on protocols and best practices to enhance effectiveness.
- Facilitated meetings to assess progress, address challenges, and implement solutions.
- Conducted evaluations of program effectiveness through surveys and feedback collection.
- Collaborated with external partners to maximize resources for program success.
- Maintained accurate records of program activities and participant information.
- Fostered community connections to drive collaborations with local organizations.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health record systems.
- Educated patients and families on health management and discharge instructions.
- Provided compassionate care to terminally ill patients in home and facility settings.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to treatment plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans.
- Conducted regular assessments of patient conditions and adjusted care accordingly.
- Offered emotional support to patients and families facing difficult decisions.
- Facilitated discussions about advanced directives and patient wishes with families.
- Educated patients and family members on disease process, medication administration, nutrition and symptom management.
- Conducted home visits regularly to assess patient's condition and provide necessary interventions.
- Listened to patients and loved ones, offering emotional support, and kindness to help with end-of-life transition.
- Assisted in end-of-life decision making processes with respect to patient wishes.
- Provided physical, emotional, and spiritual support to patients and their families.
Hospice Nurse
Zions Way Home Health & Hospice
Kanab, Utah
07.2020 - Current
- Delivered compassionate patient care in home settings for terminally ill clients.
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders and established protocols.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans.
- Educated families on end-of-life care and available support resources.
- Provided emotional support for patients and families during challenging times.
- Documented patient assessments and interventions in electronic medical records.
- Trained new staff on hospice procedures, policies, and best practices for care delivery.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Mohave Community College
Colorado City, AZ05-2020
Skills
- Electronic health records management
- Medication administration
- Patient assessment and care planning
- End-of-life care coordination
- Family education and support
- Program management and development
- Staff training and development
- Emotional support strategies
- Community collaboration initiatives
- Team collaboration skills
- Effective communication skills
- Palliative care and pain management
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Psychiatric Medical Care
10.2023 - Current
Hospice Nurse
Zions Way Home Health & Hospice
07.2020 - Current
Associate of Science - Nursing
Mohave Community College