James F. Kennedy
Independence,OH
Summary
Seeking employment as a mental health provider, with the intent to utilize experienced psychiatric skills and psychological support for the betterment of patients. Also, a resourceful psychiatric mental health practitioner committed to providing excellent care to patients of all ages. Expertise in performing admission assessments and discharges and participating in crisis interventions. Kind and caring professional with 11 years of experience monitoring the treatment of patients diagnosed with mental health disabilities, illnesses, and distress.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Northcoast Behavioral Healthcare
04.2013 - Current
- Providing nursing care for patients with mental illness
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals, and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation by consistently operating to the highest standards of care.
- Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease, and coronary artery disease.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected them to optimal providers and care.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined the next course of action.
Nurse Practitioner Student
Charak Center For Health And Wellness
01.2021 - 12.2021
- Recorded patients' medical history, applicable test results, and vitals into medical records.
- Informed patients and families on disease prevention and health promotion.
- Conducted physical exams and health screenings.
- Scheduled and followed up on patients' appointments, maximizing continuity of care.
- Utilized customized patient teaching tools to support patients.
- Monitored patient condition and progress, ordering appropriate laboratory tests.
- Established effective relationships with patients and families by respecting patient rights and involving patients and families in decision-making.
Nurse Practitioner Student
Ravenna VA Outpatient Clinic
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Coordinated care with other healthcare professionals, promoting optimal patient outcomes.
- Developed individualized treatment plans for patients with complex psychiatry needs.
- Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
- Conducted screenings, diagnostic treatment, and rehabilitative services on primary health care team.
- Scheduled and followed up on patient appointments, maximizing continuity of care.
- Prescribed medications or treatments based on patient psychiatric assessments.
Primary Care Nurse Practitioner Student
Premier Physicians
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Facilitated patient referrals to specialists and other healthcare providers.
- Scheduled and followed up on patient appointments, maximizing continuity of care.
- Provided patient-centered care in variety of clinical settings.
- Informed patients and families on disease prevention and health promotion.
- Monitored patient condition and progress, ordering appropriate laboratory tests.
- Administered immunizations and performed other preventive health measures.
- Assessed patient needs, clearly communicating diagnosis and treatment plans to patients and families.
- Educated patients about reproductive health issues and dispensed contraceptives.
- Prescribed medications or treatments based on patient medical assessments.
Registered Nurse
Advance Correctional Healthcare
09.2013 - 01.2014
- Performing initial assessments, treating or referring chronic conditions to the hospital, and evaluating patients for psychological conditions
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, and safety protocols.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected them to optimal providers and care.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined the next course of action.
Technical support
Alego Health
10.2012 - 01.2013
- Technical support for healthcare professionals with new EMR systems.
- Assisted with updating technical support best practices for use by the team.
- Used ticketing systems to manage and process support actions and requests.
- Tested new software and hardware prior to deployment.
Nursing Assistant
PRN Nursing Staffing Services, Nursing and Rehabilitation
01.2012 - 09.2012
- Traveled to homes and assisted patients in the maintenance of basic living.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Helped patients with a complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
Student Nurse
Akron General Medical Center
01.2010 - 01.2012
- Attended medical procedures to increase nursing expertise and advance training.
- Built rapport with patients and members of patients' support systems.
- Maintained comfort and safety of each patient through careful monitoring and knowledge application.
- Coordinated meal and snack deliveries, assisted with feeding, and charted intake for review.
- Transported patients between unit rooms and scanning locations for diverse procedures.
- Assisted patients with personal hygiene requirements and monitored conditions to update nursing staff.
- Reviewed care plans and assessed alignment with long-term and short-term care goals.
- Collaborated with nurse preceptors and other medical staff to achieve quality patient outcome goals.
- Reviewed daily assignment lists and associated charts.
Nurse Assistant
Canal Pointe Nursing and Rehabilitation
04.2008 - 01.2012
- Providing nursing care for clients on ventilators
- Cared for residents in the assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Utilized nursing knowledge to identify patient needs and offer appropriate remedies.
Student Nurse
Mercy Medical Center
08.2009 - 12.2009
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Forging Press Operator
Viking Forge Corp
02.2005 - 01.2007
- Adjusted press settings and monitored optimal production results.
- Logged, trafficked, and updated projects in job management.
- Kept equipment clean, repaired, and lubricated to maximize performance.
- Made timely adjustments to machine operations and components to meet demands of different production orders.
- Checked completed work to identify flaws and sort items by grade.
- Upheld housekeeping standards by keeping space clean and free of hazards.
- Kept up-to-date with latest industry developments in press technology and procedures.
Student Nurse
Akron Children’s Medical Center
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Administered close patient care, checked vital signs, and monitored telemetry.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions with assigned nurse supervision.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and discharge instructions and follow-up care.
Student Nurse
Heartland Behavioral Healthcare
- Assisted assigned nurse in basic care of patients, ranging from administration of medication, therapeutic communication, sanitation, etc
- Assisted with patient transfers along with assigned nurse, observing safety protocols to prevent damage to patient and self.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss patient progress and plan for care.
- Performed psychological evaluations to determine mental health of patients and recorded relevant data
Education
Post Master's - Psychiatric Mental Healthcare Across The Lifespan
Maryville University of Saint Louis
St Louis, MO12.2021
Master of Science - Adults And Geriatric Primary Care
Maryville University College of Health Science
St Louis, MO05.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing, Psychology
The University of Akron, College of Nursing
Akron, OH05.2012
Skills
- TECHNICAL SKILLS:
- Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), Harvard Graphics, Epic electronic medical record, Meditech electronic medical record, Alscript electronic medical record
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Self-Motivated
- Excellent Communication
Keeping the Elderly save from Fall
- Participated in a research study which constituted educating and preventing falls among the elderly.
- In this study, a random number of elderly were selected from homes in which they share with their family and in homes where the elderly live by themselves.
- The result shows that there were more falls reported from the elderly who never had falls preventative measures implemented into their homes.
Timeline
Nurse Practitioner Student
Ravenna VA Outpatient Clinic
05.2021 - 08.2021
Nurse Practitioner Student
Charak Center For Health And Wellness
01.2021 - 12.2021
Primary Care Nurse Practitioner Student
Premier Physicians
01.2017 - 01.2019
Registered Nurse
Advance Correctional Healthcare
09.2013 - 01.2014
Registered Nurse
Northcoast Behavioral Healthcare
04.2013 - Current
Technical support
Alego Health
10.2012 - 01.2013
Nursing Assistant
PRN Nursing Staffing Services, Nursing and Rehabilitation
01.2012 - 09.2012
Student Nurse
Akron General Medical Center
01.2010 - 01.2012
Student Nurse
Mercy Medical Center
08.2009 - 12.2009
Nurse Assistant
Canal Pointe Nursing and Rehabilitation
04.2008 - 01.2012
Forging Press Operator
Viking Forge Corp
02.2005 - 01.2007
Student Nurse
Akron Children’s Medical Center
Student Nurse
Heartland Behavioral Healthcare
Post Master's - Psychiatric Mental Healthcare Across The Lifespan
Maryville University of Saint Louis
Master of Science - Adults And Geriatric Primary Care
Maryville University College of Health Science
Bachelor of Science - Nursing, Psychology
The University of Akron, College of Nursing
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