James Nester III
Pensacola,FL
Summary
A highly driven, experienced nurse eager to work as a psychiatric nurse. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinates with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse - Emergency Services
HCA West Florida
07.2023 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
Mental Health Technician
River Park Psychiatric Hospital
05.2018 - 05.2023
- Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being.
- Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.
- Documented observations, interventions and concerns in patient charts and electronic systems, sustaining continuum of care from admission through to discharge.
- Engaged clients in therapeutic groups to promote coping skills, education and life skills.
- Modeled appropriate communication and problem-solving skills in crisis situations involving patients, family or staff.
- Bathed, fed and dressed patients based on individual abilities.
- Provided care for diverse populations including: Acute, Chronic, Pediatrics, Geriatrics, and Forensics.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Ohio University
Ironton, OH05.2023
Skills
- Patient Assessments
- Medication and IV Administration
- De-escalation techniques
- Behavior observation
- Compassionate, caring and therapeutic communication
- Crisis intervention
- Catheter Insertion and care
- Wound Care
- Blood Administration
- Peripheral IV insertion
- Patient Education
Certification
- BLS - Basic Life Support
- ALS - Advanced Life Support
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- CPI - Crisis Prevention Institute
Timeline
Registered Nurse - Emergency Services
HCA West Florida
07.2023 - Current
Mental Health Technician
River Park Psychiatric Hospital
05.2018 - 05.2023
Associate of Science - Nursing
Ohio University
References
Courtney Myers - 501 317 9188
Haley Sellers - 601 447 3431
Anita Wamsley - 606 316 5004
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