Judi Ball
Ocean Shores,WA
Summary
Strong clinician with an emphasis on working with under-served populations with various ethnicities in all stages of life and socioeconomic status. Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Psychiatric Clinical Nurse
Navos Mental Health And Wellness
11.2019 - Current
- Treatment and medication management of patients diagnosed with schizophrenia, bipolar, major depression and other psychiatric conditions.
- Assist patients with co-occurring disorders by helping to identify and develop recovery goals.
- Dispense psychiatric oral medications, administer injections and assess for adverse reactions.
- Counsel and educate patients and their loved ones about challenges associated with a mental health diagnosis.
- Worked collaboratively with Case Managers, Therapists, and Peer Support Specialists.
- Respond to numerous volatile situations and violent outbreaks to restore safety and security of patients and staff.
Clinical Care Coordinator
Northwest Physicians Network
05.2019 - 11.2019
- Assist and coordinate case management activities under direction of RN.
- Communicate with providers to arrange follow up appointments required by managed health care plans.
- Facilitate internal and community based resources, obtain clinical records and assist members with care coordination.
- Interdependent team member in assessment, planning and patient advocacy.
Occupational Health Nurse
United States Air Force
07.2018 - 03.2019
- Preparation of service members for annual physical health assessment requirements to include EKGs, PFTs, visual acuity, vital signs, immunizations, respiratory testing clearance and other administrative duties.
- Supported the employee safety program by collecting and reporting incident data.
- Identified trends and recommend corrective action.
- Delivered array of employee health services at company, which included health screenings and immunizations
LPN Triage Nurse
Kalihi Palama Health Center
06.2018 - 03.2019
- Counseled patients via telephone according to established guidelines and protocols, advising on provider-established plans of care
- Obtained case history and gathered triage information to determine appropriate avenue for care
- Scheduled appointments for patients not requiring emergency services but needing examination from provider and consulting directly with provider
- Assisted in management of patient utilization of health care system and provided patient education relative to health care needs, use of community resources and responsibilities of membership in managed care
Psychiatric Licensed Practical Nurse
Navos Mental Health And Wellness
08.2013 - 02.2018
- Treatment and medication management of patients diagnosed with schizophrenia, bipolar, major depression and other psychiatric conditions. Assisted patients with co-occurring disorders by helping to identify and develop recovery goals.
- Counseled and educated patients and their loved ones about facing challenges associated with a mental health diagnosis.
- Dispensed psychiatric oral medications, administer injections and assess for adverse reactions.
- Worked collaboratively with Case managers, Therapists, and Peer Support Specialists
Tobacco Cessation Specialist
Puyallup Tribal Health Authority
12.2007 - 07.2013
- Developed individualized treatment plans using comprehensive, evidence-based assessments and treatment strategies to include information about effective medications and cognitive-behavioral strategies for quitting and staying quit.
- Used specific methods for tracking individual progress, record keeping, program documentation, outcome measurement, and reporting.
- Planned and executed health education programs, activities, and events.
- Increased Tobacco Cessation rates in the Puyallup Tribal Health Authority from 22% to 48%
Education
No Degree - Nursing Science
North Idaho College
Coeur D'alene, ID07.2003
Licensed Practical Nurse Diploma - Licensed Practical Nurse
Bates Technical College
Tacoma, WA06.1991
Medical Assistant Certification Diploma - Medical Assisting
Puget Sound Institute of Technology
Federal Way, WA06.1983
Skills
- Over 25 years Licensed Practical Nurse experience Diverse background to include Psychiatric, Family Practice, Pediatrics, Ob-Gyn, Home Health, Substance Use Disorder, Telephone Triage, Tobacco Cessation, Anti-Coagulation Management
- Skilled in navigating managed health care plans under Washington Apple Health
- Skilled in motivational interviewing, EPIC, Sigmund, Centricity and AHLTA charting systems, oral, injectable and IV piggyback medication administration, triage and assisting in minor surgical procedures
Accomplishments
Smoking Cessation related articles published in Tacoma Weekly Newspaper
Facilitated Puyallup Tribal Health Authority's largest and most successful Tobacco Free Wellness Fun Run
Increased Tobacco Cessation rates in the Puyallup Tribal Health Authority from 22% to 44%
Created first-ever Tobacco Cessation Program Graduate Celebration
Certification
Basic Life Support-Healthcare Provider (BLS)
Timeline
Psychiatric Clinical Nurse
Navos Mental Health And Wellness
11.2019 - Current
Clinical Care Coordinator
Northwest Physicians Network
05.2019 - 11.2019
Occupational Health Nurse
United States Air Force
07.2018 - 03.2019
LPN Triage Nurse
Kalihi Palama Health Center
06.2018 - 03.2019
Psychiatric Licensed Practical Nurse
Navos Mental Health And Wellness
08.2013 - 02.2018
Tobacco Cessation Specialist
Puyallup Tribal Health Authority
12.2007 - 07.2013
No Degree - Nursing Science
North Idaho College
Licensed Practical Nurse Diploma - Licensed Practical Nurse
Bates Technical College
Medical Assistant Certification Diploma - Medical Assisting
Puget Sound Institute of Technology
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