Kristin West
Davenport
Summary
Dynamic Outpatient RN at Vera French Community Mental Health Center, skilled in patient assessment and crisis intervention. Successfully administered psychotropic medications and provided vital patient education, enhancing care quality. Adept at utilizing electronic health records to maintain compliance and improve patient outcomes, while fostering a supportive environment for clients in distress.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Outpatient RN
Vera French Community Mental Health Center
Davenport
02.2011 - Current
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Monitored patient vital signs, including pulse rate, blood pressure, temperature, respiration rate, weight changes and other medical indicators.
- Maintained accurate patient records according to HIPAA guidelines while adhering to quality standards established by the organization.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Provided crisis intervention services to individuals in acute distress.
- Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.
- Administered psychotropic medications following established protocols under physician's direction.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Instructed patients on proper medication usage and side effects management techniques.
- Counseled clients on healthy lifestyle choices such as nutrition, exercise and stress management techniques.
- Provided case management services including referrals for community resources when necessary.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Scott Community College
Bettendorf, IA05-1995
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Electronic health record
- Crisis intervention
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient education
Certification
- BLS certified
- Licensed RN in the state of Iowa
- Trained in Nonviolent Crisis Intervention and MANDT System
Timeline
Outpatient RN
Vera French Community Mental Health Center
02.2011 - Current
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Scott Community College
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