LaShena Hampton

* Participate in training activities to increase skills and become more knowledgeable in methods and techniques used in the care of psychiatric clients and in the use and effects of psychotropic drugs.

• Collaborate with physicians for patient care, to include medication orders, observation, seclusion/restraint, ensuring all policies and procedures for patient care and safety are followed.
• Administers medications via oral and intramuscular injections including monitoring patient responses.
• Assessment of physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
• Monitor patients' conditions and report changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.

• Assisted clients in navigating complex healthcare systems while advocating for their needs and preferences.
• Optimized patient care by collaborating with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers, and other specialists to ensure seamless service delivery.
• Reduced hospital readmissions by closely monitoring patient progress and adjusting care plans accordingly.
• Evaluated case management services on an ongoing basis to identify areas for improvement and implement necessary changes.
• Improved patient outcomes by developing comprehensive case management plans and coordinating with multidisciplinary teams.
• Developed strong relationships with community resources to ensure clients had access to a variety of support services.
• Enhanced client satisfaction through timely and effective communication, addressing concerns and clarifying treatment goals.
• Coordinated discharge planning to facilitate seamless transitions from inpatient care settings to home or outpatient rehabilitation environments.
• Maintained up-to-date knowledge of best practices in case management through continuing education courses and participation in professional conferences.
• Streamlined care coordination processes, resulting in more efficient use of healthcare resources and reduced costs for both patients and providers.
• Conducted thorough assessments to identify patients'' needs, strengths, resources, barriers, and preferences to develop tailored intervention strategies.
• Empowered clients to make informed decisions about their care by providing accurate information regarding treatment options and potential outcomes.
• Partnered with physicians, social workers, activity therapists, nutritionists, and case managers to develop and implement individualized care plans and documented patient interactions and interventions in electronic charting systems.

• Led staff meetings to keep team informed of departmental changes and provide opportunities for nurses to share ideas and concerns.
• Conducted performance evaluations and provided constructive feedback to support professional growth of nursing staff members.
• Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
• Managed budgets and controlled costs, achieving financial targets without compromising patient care quality.
• Fostered open communication among nurses through regular team meetings, promoting collaboration and shared decision-making.
• Served as a key point of contact between nursing staff, physicians, administration, and other healthcare professionals.
• Investigated and independently resolved complaints from staff, physicians, and patients by leveraging clinical judgment and unit management expertise.