Kyle Hawkes
Idaho Falls,ID
Summary
Empathetic and compassionate master's-prepared registered nurse with excellent interpersonal skills and a strong foundation in patient care. Possessing advanced knowledge of psychiatric nursing principles and techniques, including patient assessment, crisis intervention, and trauma-informed practice. Dedicated to providing high-quality, evidence-based care that promotes mental health recovery and improves patient outcomes. Currently pursuing a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Certificate to expand clinical expertise and contribute to comprehensive, holistic patient care.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse / Charge Nurse
Behavioral Health Center at EIRMC
Idaho Falls, USA
09.2024 - Current
- Manage and oversee a behavioral health unit of over 20 patients.
- Conduct comprehensive admission assessments and coordinate care with providers and treatment teams.
- Facilitate patient discharges and provide discharge education.
- Manage and de-escalate agitated or aggressive patients using crisis intervention techniques.
- Monitor and assess patients’ responses to psychiatric medications.
Nurse Residency Program
Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center
Idaho Falls, USA
09.2024 - 09.2025
- Completed structured residency training program focused on advanced clinical skills, evidence-based nursing practice, and patient safety.
Nurse Apprentice
Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center
Idaho Falls, USA
10.2023 - 05.2024
- Assisted Registered Nurses with direct patient care and clinical procedures.
- Supported staff in delivering quality and compassionate care across units.
Education
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Certificate -
Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions
Provo, UT12.2026
Master of Science - Nursing
Eagle Gate College
Idaho Falls, ID01.2024
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
Brigham Young University
Provo, UT01.2021
Skills
- Psychiatric and behavioral health nursing
- Crisis intervention and de-escalation
- Patient assessment and care coordination
- Leadership and charge nurse responsibilities
- Evidence-based and trauma-informed care
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Medication administration and monitoring
- Communication and therapeutic rapport building
Certification
- Registered Nurse License, 3461172, ID, 08/31/27
- BLS Certified
- Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Certified
Professional Interests
- Psychiatric mental health nursing
- Leadership and team dynamics in healthcare
- Evidence-based practice and quality improvement
- Crisis management and trauma-informed care
Research And Scholarly Work
Master's Thesis, Leadership Styles and How They Affect Patient Outcomes, Eagle Gate College, 2024
Languages
Spanish
Professional
References
Available upon request.
Timeline
Registered Nurse / Charge Nurse
Behavioral Health Center at EIRMC
09.2024 - Current
Nurse Residency Program
Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center
09.2024 - 09.2025
Nurse Apprentice
Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center
10.2023 - 05.2024
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Certificate -
Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions
Master of Science - Nursing
Eagle Gate College
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
Brigham Young University