Joy Hernandez
Crown Point,IN
Summary
Compassionate Psychiatric Registered Nurse with experience in providing high-quality mental health care to diverse patient populations. Strengths include crisis intervention, therapeutic communication, and effective collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. In previous roles, contributed to improved patient outcomes through proactive identification of treatment needs and implementation of individualized care plans.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Franciscan Health Dyer
Dyer
04.2013 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses for effective treatment.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create personalized care plans.
- Conducted psychiatric assessments to evaluate patient mental health status.
- Implemented crisis intervention strategies to manage acute psychiatric episodes.
- Educated patients and families on mental health conditions and treatment options.
- Documented patient progress accurately in electronic health record systems.
- Trained new staff on best practices in psychiatric nursing care techniques.
- Assisted with crisis intervention when needed.
- Provided comprehensive care to patients suffering from mental health issues.
- Administered medications according to physician orders.
- Coordinated discharge planning activities for psychiatric patients.
- Assessed client responses to medication regimes and reported any adverse reactions.
- Provided emotional support to family members of psychiatric patients during difficult times.
- Coached clients on healthy coping skills such as relaxation techniques or stress management strategies.
- Instructed individuals on how to cope with their mental health conditions through lifestyle changes, such as diet or exercise regimens.
- Advised family members on available community resources that can help them manage their loved one's condition.
- Encouraged positive behavior change by reinforcing desired behaviors through reward systems.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
RN, Medical-Surgical
Franciscan Health Dyer
Dyer
03.2008 - 04.2013
- Job description same as below
RN, Medical-Surgical
Fozzard Personnel Service
Dyer, Indiana
03.2005 - 03.2008
- Administered medications and monitored patient reactions throughout care shifts.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management and medication usage.
- Assisted in the coordination of patient admissions and discharge processes.
- Assessed, monitored and documented patient vital signs, medical history and physical condition.
- Provided direct patient care, including administering medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Administered intravenous fluids and medications as prescribed by physicians.
- Responded quickly to medical emergencies such as cardiac arrest or trauma cases.
- Provided direct patient care in medical-surgical unit.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team to develop patient care plans.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses effectively.
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans and health management.
- Assisted in wound care and post-operative recovery processes.
- Documented patient progress accurately in electronic health records system.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Participated in staff meetings to enhance care quality and teamwork efforts.
- Responded quickly and effectively to life-saving situations using nursing standards and protocols for treatment.
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques.
- Ensured compliance with all regulatory agency policies governing safe delivery of healthcare services.
- Assessed patient's medical needs to develop and implement care plans.
- Counseled patients regarding health maintenance, lifestyle modifications, nutrition, and self-care skills related to their diagnosis.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions and modified as needed according to evidence-based practice guidelines.
- Provided emotional support for patients experiencing pain or stress due to illness or hospitalization.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Assisted physicians during examinations providing necessary instruments and equipment while maintaining sterile technique.
- Participated in continuing education programs to stay current with best practices in nursing care.
- Provided compassionate care for patients with chronic illnesses or terminal conditions.
- Developed individualized patient-care plans based on physician instructions and nursing assessment of patient needs.
- Observed vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate, blood pressure, respiration rate, weight and height measurements; documented results accurately in medical record system.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care services including medications given and response to treatments.
- Performed cardiopulmonary resuscitation accurately and effectively.
- Implemented pre, intra- and post-care, evaluating response to clinical interventions with progression toward discharge.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
West Visayas State University
Iloilo City, Philippines 06.1992 - 03.1996
Skills
- Crisis intervention
- Psychiatric assessments
- Medication administration
- Care planning
- Patient education
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
- Patient advocacy
- Emotional support
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Staff training
- Direct patient care
- De-escalation techniques
- Client education
- Nursing care
- Patient assessments
- Mental health evaluation
Timeline
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Franciscan Health Dyer
04.2013 - Current
RN, Medical-Surgical
Franciscan Health Dyer
03.2008 - 04.2013
RN, Medical-Surgical
Fozzard Personnel Service
03.2005 - 03.2008
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
West Visayas State University
06.1992 - 03.1996