Keith Michalski
Mount Ephraim,NJ
Summary
Accomplished Registered Nurse with a proven track record at Jefferson Hospital, adept in medication administration and employing crisis intervention techniques. Demonstrates exceptional patient education and counseling, enhancing patient satisfaction and safety. Skilled in fostering interdisciplinary collaboration for comprehensive care, significantly improving patient outcomes.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Jefferson Hospital
05.2022 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
Mental Health Technician
Jefferson Hospital
04.2020 - 05.2022
- Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being.
- Helped patients with meals, activities of daily living (ADLs) and facility transfers to promote security and patient well-being.
- Provided crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques for patients experiencing emotional distress or exhibiting aggressive behaviors.
- Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.
Mental Health Technician
Ancora Psychiatric Hospital
03.2019 - 03.2020
- Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.
- Provided crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques for patients experiencing emotional distress or exhibiting aggressive behaviors.
- Observed patient behaviors and mental status and notified RN of unusual or potentially dangerous occurrences.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients to create safe and supportive environment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
New Brunswick, NJ05.2017
Associate of Science - Nursing
Camden County College
Blackwood, NJ05.2015
Skills
- Medication Administration
- Documentation and Charting
- Patient education and counseling
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
- Mental Health Nursing
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Jefferson Hospital
05.2022 - Current
Mental Health Technician
Jefferson Hospital
04.2020 - 05.2022
Mental Health Technician
Ancora Psychiatric Hospital
03.2019 - 03.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
Associate of Science - Nursing
Camden County College
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