Katherine Chavis
Freeman,VA
Summary
Registered Nurse and Nurse Manager with comprehensive experience in psychiatric care and team leadership. Strong capabilities in staff supervision, conflict resolution, and implementing effective nursing protocols to maintain high standards of patient care.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse Unit Manager
Central State Hospital
Petersburg, VA
09.2018 - Current
- Delivered comprehensive nursing care to adult psychiatric patients, adhering to hospital policies and nursing standards to ensure patient safety and well-being. Maintained a therapeutic environment in a maximum-security forensic unit, fostering patient stability and supporting rehabilitation efforts.
- 40 hours/week
- Supervised nursing staff and ensured adherence to hospital policies.
- Coordinated patient care plans with interdisciplinary teams.
- Managed daily operations of the nursing unit efficiently.
Charge Nurse
Meherrin River Regional Jail
Alberta, VA
06.2018 - 04.2022
- Collaborated with physician to deliver appropriate medical care for confined individuals. Administered emergency medical assistance and supported physician during sick call. Ensured adherence to policies and procedures within Medical Department.
- 16-20 hours/month
- Supervised nursing staff in daily operations and patient care activities.
- Administered medications and treatments according to facility protocols.
- Collaborated with security staff to ensure safety during medical procedures.
Nurse Manager
Poplar Springs Hospital
Petersburg, VA
10.2017 - 06.2018
- Delegated responsibilities with Director of Nursing on programmatic issues, unit staff, patient management, care, and daily FTEs. Hired and supervised unit nursing staff, maintaining efficient staff schedules. Assisted Director of Nursing in ensuring compliance with current and updated hospital policies and procedures.
- 40 hours/week
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure high-quality patient care at Poplar Springs Hospital.
- Developed and implemented nursing policies to align with hospital standards and regulations.
- Coordinated daily operations of nursing units to optimize workflow and patient services.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Virginia State University
Petersburg, VA05-2025
Associate of Science - Nursing
Southside Virginia Community College
Alberta, VA05-2010
Skills
- Wound care management
- Patient assessment
- Patient care planning
- EMR management
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Team management
- Staff supervision
- Conflict resolution
- Effective communication
Timeline
Nurse Unit Manager
Central State Hospital
09.2018 - Current
Charge Nurse
Meherrin River Regional Jail
06.2018 - 04.2022
Nurse Manager
Poplar Springs Hospital
10.2017 - 06.2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Virginia State University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Southside Virginia Community College