Lane Koestner
Elgin,SC
Summary
Professional registered nurse offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities with 6 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing certified (RN-BC). Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader. Maintains positive relationships with case managers and providers.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Behavioral Health Charge RN
MUSC Kershaw Medical Center
09.2018 - Current
- Screened and assessed appropriateness prior to patient arrival, comparing admission criteria to patient current history of present illness.
- Performed admission assessments on new patients and provided orientation to the unit for the patients.
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Enhanced interdisciplinary collaboration for optimal patient outcomes through effective communication and teamwork.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Reported findings to quality departments after conducting nightly audits and worked with team to devise plan to correct for deficiencies.
- Conducted annual policy reviews, fall tracking and superuser for most systems utilized (EPIC, Omnicell, Glucometer).
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Implemented quality patient care techniques to align with safety, health, and organizational regulations.
- Created and managed unit staff schedule.
- Worked with patients diagnosed with chronic comorbidities such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), asthma, congestive heart failure (CHF), cerebrovascular accidents (CVA), diabetes to asses needs and determine best options for care.
- Provided high-quality, compassionate care for patients experiencing acute or chronic mental health issues.
- Increased patient satisfaction by addressing concerns, answering questions, and advocating for individual needs within the healthcare system.
Registered Nurse
South Carolina Department Of Mental Health
02.2021 - 07.2022
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Provided didactic and clinical instructions to orient new nurses and potential student nurses to achieve training outcomes.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Administered medications via oral and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Registered Nurse, Behavioral Health
Rebound Behavioral Health
06.2017 - 07.2020
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
- Provided didactic and clinical instructions to orient new nurses and potential student nurses to achieve training outcomes.
- Built and maintained positive staff relationships to promote teamwork and better serve clients.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Completed documentation for every incident and forwarded to correct personnel for review.
- Conducted client rounds to check on clients.
- Searched resident belongings prior to and during stays.
Education
Master of Science - Psychiatric And Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
University of South Carolina - Columbia
Columbia, SCCurrent
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of South Carolina - Columbia
Columbia, SC05-2017
Associate of Science - Science
University of South Carolina - Lancaster
Lancaster, SC05-2015
Skills
- Strong clinical judgment
- Medication Administration
- Patient consultation
- Physician consultations
- Patient care plans
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Behavioral Management
- Active listening
- Clinical documentation proficiency
- Staff supervision
- Interpersonal and written communications
- Teamwork
- Patient-Centered, Cost-effective
- Mental Health Assessment
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 20 staff members between day-shift and night-shift.
- Awarded DAISY Team Award in 2023
Affiliations
- American Psychiatric Nurse's Association
Certification
- RN License
- Psychiatric and Mental Health Nurse Certification (RN-BC)
- Designated Examiner for South Carolina
- BLS
Timeline
Registered Nurse
South Carolina Department Of Mental Health
02.2021 - 07.2022
Behavioral Health Charge RN
MUSC Kershaw Medical Center
09.2018 - Current
Registered Nurse, Behavioral Health
Rebound Behavioral Health
06.2017 - 07.2020
Master of Science - Psychiatric And Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
University of South Carolina - Columbia
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of South Carolina - Columbia
Associate of Science - Science
University of South Carolina - Lancaster
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