Kathryn Feuerbach

• Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for in-patient care.
• Facilitated group therapy sessions for patients in a residential setting.
• Documented all medications administered to mental health patients, following instructions from physicians and healthcare providers.

Maintained the safety of all staff and

patients using CPI techniques

Admissions of acutely ill psychiatric

patients.

Attend team meetings to plan disposition

Provided much education regarding

addiction and recovery .

• Met with administrator to discuss patient care status, issues, and information.
• Maintained accurate records of all treatment interventions provided to each patient.
• Complied with OSHA programs, maintaining safe and clean working environment.
• Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
• Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
• Coordinated, tasked and supervised nurses and ancillary staff based on staffing requirements.
• Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
• Assisted with admission and discharge planning for assigned patients.
• Oversaw medication administration, monitored distribution and documented responses.
• Assessed and assisted patients with diverse range and comorbid chronic diagnoses.
• Actively participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress toward desired outcomes.
• Collaborated with other departments such as pharmacy, laboratory services, physical therapy, to ensure proper delivery of services.
• Responded quickly to emergent situations such as cardiac arrest or respiratory distress.
• Directed unit staff and promoted quality care for diverse patients.
• Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
• Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
• Assisted in the development and implementation of departmental policies and procedures.
• Monitored vital signs, medication administration, and fluid balance for assigned patients.
• Performed health education activities with patients to promote understanding of medical condition and self-care skills.
• Coordinated communication between physicians and other healthcare professionals regarding patient care.
• Distributed assignments to RNs, LPNs and resident advisors, guided work and delivered training to promote proper care standards for patients.
• Provided direct patient care, including assessments and treatments, to a variety of patients.
• Advised, coached and mentored experienced and student nurses on medical issues, crisis management and appropriate nursing interventions.
• Implemented safety protocols when administering medications or performing treatments.
• Educated patients, caregivers and families on diagnoses, treatment and disease prevention.
• Coordinated and performed patient admissions, transfers and discharges.
• Organized and delegated tasks during rapid response and high-pressure code situations.
• Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
• Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
• Delegated tasks appropriately among staff members according to their qualifications.
• Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
• Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
• Maintained open communication with team members and stakeholders, resulting in successful project outcomes.
• Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
• Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
• Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatments as needed.
• Provided emotional support to family members of psychiatric patients during difficult times.
• Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss treatment plans and goals for each patient.
• Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
• Managed [Number] patients and care plans in [Type] mental health facility in [Location].
• Coached clients on healthy coping skills such as relaxation techniques or stress management strategies.
• Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
• Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
• Administered medications according to physician orders.
• Coordinated discharge planning activities for psychiatric patients.
• Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
• Assisted with crisis intervention when needed.
• Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
• Developed appropriate policies for identification of medically-related social and emotional needs of clients.
• Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans.
• Performed physical and mental assessments of psychiatric patients.
• Instructed individuals on how to cope with their mental health conditions through lifestyle changes, such as diet or exercise regimens.
• Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.