Compassionate registered nurse with a background in acute psychiatric care, known for high productivity, and efficient task completion. Skilled in patient care management, emergency response, and infection control. Excel at communication, teamwork, and empathy, ensuring optimal patient outcomes and collaborative healthcare environments.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Kootenai Health, Adult Psychiatric Unit
Coeur D'Alene, ID
06.2018 - Current
Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
Acted as charge nurse when needed, coordinating the unit, patient care, and staff assignments.
Assessed the clinicals of potential regional transfer patients for admission criteria, and passed that information on to the on-call provider to accept or decline patients.
Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests and labs to identify and assess the patient's condition.
Admit new patients on the unit, recording a thorough assessment, and orienting them to the unit.
Facilitated patient discharges, coordinating with therapy, social work, and the client's provider to ensure a smooth transition out of the hospital..
Provided emotional support to family members of psychiatric patients during difficult times.
Assisted with crisis intervention when needed.
Maintained a safe and therapeutic environment for patients and staff.
Coached clients on healthy coping skills such as relaxation techniques or stress management strategies.
Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Assessed client responses to medication regimes and reported any adverse reactions.
Maintained accurate documentation in the Electronic Health Record of patient care services provided in accordance with agency policy and procedures.
Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss treatment plans and goals for each patient.
Performed physical and mental assessments of psychiatric patients.
Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for in-patient care.
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