Joshua Esque
South Point,OH
Summary
Empathetic Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with over 10 years of combined experience providing care to those with mental health disorders as a Licensed Practical Nurse and Registered Nurse. Committed and diligent professional with expertise in developing individualized plans of care, collecting and analyzing patient data, and facilitating individual and group therapy sessions. Committed to thoroughly screening and interviewing patients and devising creative treatment plans to provide exceptional care. Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Behavioral Health
Kings Daughters Hospital
01.2024 - Current
- Registered Nurse on a 28-bed inpatient behavioral health unit.
- Collaborated closely with psychiatrists to ensure appropriate medication management based on individual patient needs.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Delivered psychoeducation on mental health conditions, coping strategies, and relapse prevention methods to patients and their families.
- Administered medications and assessed side effects, successes and failures of new medications.
- Established strong rapport with patients and families by listening empathetically, providing emotional support, and addressing concerns promptly.
- Provided therapeutic crisis intervention techniques when necessary to de-escalate potentially harmful situations involving patients or staff members.
- Conducted surveillance of patients to note behavioral changes and relayed information to charting systems.
- Assisted in the development of individualized care plans that incorporated evidence-based practices and considered each patient''s unique needs.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions focused on topics such as stress management, emotion regulation, interpersonal effectiveness, and problem-solving skills.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
Travel Registered Nurse, Behavioral Health
Eastern State Hospital
10.2023 - 01.2024
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Streamlined communication among healthcare teams by providing accurate and timely updates on patient conditions.
- Elevated patient trust by establishing strong rapport and effectively addressing concerns related to their care plans or overall health status.
- Implemented patient care plans to achieve optimal health outcomes, demonstrating commitment to excellence in nursing practice.
- Enhanced patient care by efficiently managing multiple cases in high-stress environments.
- Administered medications and treatments with high degree of accuracy, ensuring patient safety and adherence to healthcare protocols.
- Maintained detailed patient records for accurate documentation and effective treatment planning, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations.
Travel Registered Nurse, Behavioral Health
Highlands Hospital-ARH
09.2021 - 07.2023
- Worked as a travel Registered Nurse on a 25-bed inpatient behavioral health unit.
- Served in charge roles, including Psychiatric House Coordinator.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Streamlined communication among healthcare teams by providing accurate and timely updates on patient conditions.
- Elevated patient trust by establishing strong rapport and effectively addressing concerns related to their care plans or overall health status.
- Supported positive work environment by mentoring new nursing staff, promoting culture of learning and professional growth.
- Implemented patient care plans to achieve optimal health outcomes, demonstrating commitment to excellence in nursing practice.
- Fostered culture of continuous improvement by participating in professional development opportunities and staying updated on best practices in nursing.
- Enhanced patient care by efficiently managing multiple cases in high-stress environments.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between facilities by effectively communicating pertinent patient information to receiving staff members.
- Increased patient satisfaction by consistently providing compassionate, empathetic care during hospitalizations.
- Administered medications and treatments with high degree of accuracy, ensuring patient safety and adherence to healthcare protocols.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop customized care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Safeguarded patient privacy rights through diligent compliance with HIPAA regulations during all interactions with medical records and personal information.
Registered Nurse, Behavioral Health
River Park Hospital
03.2020 - 12.2021
- Served as a house supervisor in a 187-bed facility which provides inpatient and psychiatric residential mental health treatment to children, adolescents, adults, and seniors
- Served as a charge nurse on multiple units throughout the hospital.
- Promoted patient safety and well-being by conducting thorough risk assessments and implementing appropriate interventions.
- Maintained timely, accurate, and confidential documentation of patient care, progress, and responses to treatment plans.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities related to behavioral health nursing best practices for continuous improvement in clinical knowledge and skillset.
- Assessed and reported changes in patients'' mental status, working closely with the treatment team to appropriately adjust care plans.
- Administered medications and assessed side effects, successes and failures of new medications.
- Provided therapeutic crisis intervention techniques when necessary to de-escalate potentially harmful situations involving patients or staff members.
- Evaluated and updated care plans regularly based on ongoing assessments of patients'' progress, ensuring best possible outcomes.
- Actively participated in discharge planning meetings by collaborating with the multidisciplinary team members to create comprehensive aftercare plans for successful community reintegration.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions focused on topics such as stress management, emotion regulation, interpersonal effectiveness, and problem-solving skills.
- Collaborated closely with psychiatrists to ensure appropriate medication management based on individual patient needs.
Licensed Practical Nurse, Behavioral Health
River Park Hospital
03.2015 - 03.2020
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, and chronic disease self-management.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Maintained a safe and therapeutic environment for patients through effective risk assessment and crisis intervention strategies.
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
- Contributed to organizational success by participating in accreditation surveys, quality assurance programs, and ongoing staff education activities.
Education
Master of Science - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Chicago, IL10-2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Chicago, IL03-2021
Diploma - Registered Nursing
Collins Career And Technical Center
Chesapeake, OH02-2020
Diploma - Practical Nursing
Collins Career And Technical Center
Chesapeake, OH02-2015
Skills
- Patient Health Education
- Accurate Clinical Documentation
- Psychiatric and Mental Health Care
- Crisis Prevention Intervention
- Conflict Resolution
- Active Listening
- Multitasking Abilities
- Mental health counseling
- Professionalism
Certification
- Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner-BC
- Registered Nurse
- BLS/CPR
- Licensed Practical Nurse (2015-2020)
- Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI)
Volunteer Services
- Youth League Baseball Coach
- Youth League Soccer Coach
- Member of the Meal Train for Ironton City Mission Shelter
- Participate in the Salvation Army Angel Tree Program
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Behavioral Health
Kings Daughters Hospital
01.2024 - Current
Travel Registered Nurse, Behavioral Health
Eastern State Hospital
10.2023 - 01.2024
Travel Registered Nurse, Behavioral Health
Highlands Hospital-ARH
09.2021 - 07.2023
Registered Nurse, Behavioral Health
River Park Hospital
03.2020 - 12.2021
Licensed Practical Nurse, Behavioral Health
River Park Hospital
03.2015 - 03.2020
Master of Science - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Diploma - Registered Nursing
Collins Career And Technical Center
Diploma - Practical Nursing
Collins Career And Technical Center
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