Kimberly Merritt
Whitesville,KY
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with extensive patient care experience in fast-paced environments. Proven ability to build strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication and a respectful attitude. Currently pursuing advanced education in behavioral health.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Mitchell Memorial Cancer Center
Owensboro, KY
04.2020 - Current
- Counseling patients and caregivers and provided compassionate emotional support
- Administering chemotherapy, IV fluids, medications and blood products, and monitored for reactions
- Educating patients
- Maintaining safe and therapeutic medical environment
- Evaluating patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms
PMHNP Student
True North Treatment Center
Owensboro, KY
09.2024 - 10.2024
- Provided psychiatric evaluation and medication management to patients in an outpatient setting, as per preceptor guidance.
- Prescribed psychotropic medications based on patient needs and responses to treatment collaborating with a preceptor.
- Evaluated current medications for effectiveness and possible side effects while making recommendations as discussed with preceptor.
- Advised and educated patients and families on mental health conditions, medications, or treatment plans.
PMHNP Student
River Valley Behavioral Health
Owensboro, KY
07.2024 - 08.2024
- Provided psychiatric evaluation and medication management to patients, with supervision of the preceptor.
- Prescribed psychotropic medications based on patient needs and responses when collaborating with a preceptor.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation of assessments, treatments, and progress notes with preceptor supervision.
- Provided crisis intervention services when needed.
- Evaluated current medications for effectiveness and possible side effects, while making recommendations accordingly, as discussed with preceptor.
- Advised and educated patients and families on mental health and medical conditions, medications, or treatment plans.
PMHNP Student
Owensboro Pediatrics Behavioral Health
Owensboro, KY
03.2024 - 06.2024
- Provided psychiatric evaluation and medication management to patients in an outpatient setting, with supervision of the preceptor.
- Prescribed psychotropic medications based on patient needs when collaborating with a preceptor.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation of assessments, treatments, and progress notes with preceptor supervision.
- Provided crisis intervention services when needed.
- Evaluated current medications for effectiveness and possible side effects, while making recommendations accordingly, as discussed with preceptor.
- Advised and educated patients and families on mental health conditions, medications, and treatment plans.
Registered Nurse
Owensboro Health Urgent Care
Owensboro, KY
08.2015 - 05.2020
- Managed patient phone calls and reported abnormal/critical labs to providers
- Communicated with insurance companies regarding pre-certifications
Education
Master of Science - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Chicago, IL12.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Chicago, IL06.2022
Associate of Science - Nursing
Owensboro Community and Technical College
Owensboro, KY05.2010
Skills
- Interpersonal Communication Skills
- Ability to work in high stress situations
- Time Management
- Intramuscular Injections
- IV Infusion Treatments
- Patient Care and Monitoring
- Patient Assessments
- Emergency Situations
- Reaction Observation
- Compassionate and Caring
Timeline
PMHNP Student
True North Treatment Center
09.2024 - 10.2024
PMHNP Student
River Valley Behavioral Health
07.2024 - 08.2024
PMHNP Student
Owensboro Pediatrics Behavioral Health
03.2024 - 06.2024
Registered Nurse
Mitchell Memorial Cancer Center
04.2020 - Current
Registered Nurse
Owensboro Health Urgent Care
08.2015 - 05.2020
Master of Science - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Associate of Science - Nursing
Owensboro Community and Technical College
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