LATISHA BROWN
Fort Worth,Texas
Summary
Registered Nurse who is an efficient and reliable team player that multitasks well in fast-paced environments. Excellent interpersonal skills and has a strong dedication to caring for others.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
4027
4027
years of post-secondary education
Work History
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH REGISTERED NURSE
Denton State Supported Living Center
Denton, Texas
08.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans.
- Monitored patient behavior and mental health status regularly for changes.
- Implemented safety measures to ensure a secure environment for residents.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient information according to facility policies and procedures.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
Behavioral Health Registered Nurse
WellBridge Healthcare
Fort Worth, Texas
01.2023 - 07.2024
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses in a supportive living environment.
- Assessed patient needs and developed individualized care plans collaboratively with the team.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions to promote communication and social skills among residents.
- Initiated crisis intervention when necessary to de-escalate situations or provide emotional support for individuals in distress.
- Monitored medications for effectiveness and side effects, providing education about medication use to patients and families.
- Collaborated with psychiatrists, psychologists and other healthcare professionals to ensure quality patient care.
PSYCHIATRIC REGISTERED NURSE
Colorado Mental Health Institute Forensic Unit
Pueblo, CO
11.2021 - 12.2022
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses in a forensic mental health setting.
- Conducted comprehensive mental health assessments to evaluate patient conditions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Managed crisis interventions to ensure patient safety and well-being.
- Documented patient behaviors and progress in electronic health records system.
- Assisted with crisis intervention when needed.
REGISTERED NURSE
Select Specialty Hospital
Augusta, GA
09.2020 - 10.2021
- PO, Gastrostomy Tube and Subcutaneous Medication Administration
- Monitors patients closely to spot problems and reported serious concerns to treating physicians for timely interventions
- Consulted and coordinates with healthcare team members to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care plans
- Monitor vitals, blood glucose, record and report symptoms or changes in patient's conditions
- Wound care
- Enteral Feeding
- Vital Signs
- Medication Administration
- Assessment, Addressing and Monitoring Mental Health Behaviors.
- Focused Assessments
- Maintaining Patient Safety
- Emotional Support
- Patient Education
- Wellness Checks
- Monitoring Blood Glucose
- Adolescent Behavioral Health
- Geriatric Behavioral Health
- Plan of Care
- Tracheostomy Care
- PO & IV Medication Administration
- Wound Care
- Foley Catheter Care
- Lab Draws & Specimen Collection
- Enteral Feeding
- Ventilator Management & Care
- Telemetry Monitoring & Interpretation
- Observation of Vitals & Laboratory Results
- Provided direct patient care in critical and rehabilitative settings.
REGISTERED NURSE
Northern Colorado Rehabilitation Hospital
Johnstown, CO
03.2020 - 08.2020
- Provided direct patient care in critical and rehabilitative settings.
- Administered medications and monitored patient vital signs consistently.
- Documented patient progress and communicated changes to healthcare team.
- Implemented infection control measures to maintain a safe environment.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
Education
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE - REGISTERED NURSE
Cambridge Institute of Allied Health & Technology
Altamonte Springs, FLHIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
Cocoa High School
Cocoa, FLSkills
- Problem-Solving
- Epic Electronic Charting
- Cerner Electronic Charting
- Quality Assurance
- Emotional Support
- Attention to Detail
- BLS
- ACLS
Timeline
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH REGISTERED NURSE
Denton State Supported Living Center
08.2024 - Current
Behavioral Health Registered Nurse
WellBridge Healthcare
01.2023 - 07.2024
PSYCHIATRIC REGISTERED NURSE
Colorado Mental Health Institute Forensic Unit
11.2021 - 12.2022
REGISTERED NURSE
Select Specialty Hospital
09.2020 - 10.2021
REGISTERED NURSE
Northern Colorado Rehabilitation Hospital
03.2020 - 08.2020
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE - REGISTERED NURSE
Cambridge Institute of Allied Health & Technology
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
Cocoa High School