Kelsey Johnson
Kingsport,TN
Summary
Professional in healthcare field with strong background in inpatient psychiatric care. Skilled in patient assessment, crisis intervention, and therapeutic communication. Valued team collaborator known for adaptability, reliability, and achieving positive patient outcomes. Proficient in medication administration, care planning, and maintaining safe, supportive environment.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Inpatient Psychiatric Unit
Ballad Health
08.2024 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Managed challenging behaviors effectively through de-escalation techniques and implementation of behavior management plans.
- Conducted suicide risk assessments routinely to identify high-risk individuals in need of additional intervention or monitoring within the facility setting.
- Assessed the need for restraint or seclusion in accordance with facility protocols, prioritizing least restrictive measures when possible to promote patient autonomy.
- 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.
- Advocated for patients'' rights and autonomy within the facility setting, working alongside the care team to address any concerns or barriers to optimal mental health care delivery.
- Enhanced patient safety by conducting thorough assessments, identifying potential risks, and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Reduced medication errors for patients through meticulous administration and documentation of medications.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in psychiatric nursing care delivery.
- Addressed complex psychosocial needs of patients through collaboration with social workers, case managers, therapists, and other support staff.
- Educated patients and family members about psychiatric disorders, available treatments, and community resources to promote continuity of care postdischarge.
Adolescence Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Creekside Behavioral Health
07.2022 - 08.2024
- Optimized clinical decision-making by conducting thorough psychosocial assessments upon admission and throughout patients'' stays.
- Administered medication and observed patient for any reactions
- Ensured patient safety by closely monitoring behaviors, administering medications as prescribed, and intervening during incidents of aggression or self-harm.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Demonstrated adaptability by providing coverage in various psychiatric units as needed, maintaining high standards of care across diverse patient populations.
- Promoted a therapeutic environment by establishing rapport, maintaining boundaries, and fostering open communication with patients and families.
- Explained useful coping methods to relieve depression and anxiety.
- Performed patient assessments to monitor expected response to medications and altering treatment plans.
- Responded to numerous volatile situations and violent outbreaks to restore safety and security of patients and staff.
- Notified physician of any significant changes in patient status
- Documented all nursing care provided
Admit Registered Nurse
Amedisys Hospice
12.2022 - 02.2023
- Assessed referrals and reported findings to medical director for admission to hospice
- Completed head to toe assessments and reported abnormal findings to medical director
- Charted patient care and all admission documentation
- Managed patients’ medication, supplies, and DME
- Worked in coordination with aides, chaplains, and social workers to ensure complete patient care
Adolescence Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Creekside Behavioral Health
08.2021 - 12.2022
- Provided mental health assessments to the adolescent population as well as intervened during patient crisis
- Notified physician of any significant changes in patient status
- Documented all nursing care provided
- Ensured patient safety and completion of 7 and 15-minute checks
- Administered medication and observed patient for any reactions
Graduate to Registered Nurse
Ballad Health
05.2021 - 07.2021
- Assessed, planned, implemented, and evaluated nursing care plans to facilitate optimal patient care
- Administered medications, monitored, and reported symptoms and changes in patient status
- Adhered to infection-control protocols
- Maintained complete and accurate patient records
- Provided educational, emotional, and psychological support to patients and family members
- Maintained a safe and clean working environment in compliance with healthcare procedures and regulations
Education
Associates Degree - Nursing
Mountain Empire Community College
Big Stone Gap, VA05.2021
Health Sciences Certificate -
Mountain Empire Community College
Big Stone Gap, VA05.2019
Skills
- Psychiatric assessment
- Clinical documentation
- Self-harm prevention
- Mental health counseling
- Behavioral management
- Suicide prevention
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
- De-escalation techniques
- Restraint reduction
- Substance abuse treatment
Certification
- Basic Life Support, American Heart Association, 2023
- Handle with care, 10/2023
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Inpatient Psychiatric Unit
Ballad Health
08.2024 - Current
Admit Registered Nurse
Amedisys Hospice
12.2022 - 02.2023
Adolescence Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Creekside Behavioral Health
07.2022 - 08.2024
Adolescence Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Creekside Behavioral Health
08.2021 - 12.2022
Graduate to Registered Nurse
Ballad Health
05.2021 - 07.2021
Health Sciences Certificate -
Mountain Empire Community College
- Basic Life Support, American Heart Association, 2023
- Handle with care, 10/2023
Associates Degree - Nursing
Mountain Empire Community College
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