Laura Bowman
Lufkin,Texas
Summary
Accomplished psychiatric nurse with a strong background in patient-centered care across diverse settings. Seeking an entry-level psychiatric nurse practitioner role. Highly skilled in conducting assessments, triaging patients, managing medical orders, and adapting teaching methods to meet individual needs. Demonstrated expertise in maintaining patient safety, contributing to quality improvement initiatives, and excelling in documentation. Recognized for reliability, leadership abilities, and effective communication skills. Committed to upholding teamwork, providing high-quality care, and advocating for patients while remaining open-minded and compassionate towards diverse populations. Dedicated to continuous learning and professional growth in the field.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Psychiatric Nurse
Rusk State Hospital
04.2024 - Current
- Conduct comprehensive assessments of patient health and mental status at admission and routinely thereafter, documenting all facets of care to prioritize and strategize nursing interventions
- Coordinate staffing and patient care activities in consultation with nurse administrators, addressing performance issues promptly and maintaining meticulous records
- Ensure seamless admissions and transfers by liaising with admissions personnel, reviewing documentation for accuracy, and triaging patients as necessary
- Execute medical orders and deliver nursing care in compliance with high standards and hospital policies
- Educate patients individually and in groups on medications, illnesses, treatments, adapting teaching methods to suit diverse age groups and cognitive abilities
- Enforce safety measures, including special precautions, rights restrictions, and restraint/seclusion protocols, to prevent self-harm and protect patient rights
- Engage as a nursing team member in performance improvement initiatives.
Travel RN, Float Pool, Medical/Surgical Telemetry
Kaiser Permanente
08.2021 - 10.2021
- Provided comprehensive nursing care across various units as a Travel RN in Float Pool, focusing on medical-surgical telemetry and acute Covid-19 patient care
- Ensured patient and family engagement through effective therapeutic communication techniques
- Upheld strict adherence to hospital policies, procedures, and regulatory standards
- Forged collaborative relationships with physicians and interdisciplinary healthcare teams to optimize patient outcomes
- Managed and executed treatment plans in a high-volume, dynamic environment.
Travel RN, Float Pool, Medical/Surgical Telemetry
New York Presbyterian Queens
03.2021 - 04.2021
- Provided flexible, high-quality nursing care across multiple units at Fresno Heart and Surgical Hospital, Clovis Community Medical Center, and Community Regional Medical Center
- Delivered comprehensive nursing care within the medical-surgical telemetry unit, ensuring adherence to high standards of practice
- Conducted thorough patient assessments, formulated individualized nursing care plans, and administered medications.
RN, Float Pool, Medical/Surgical Telemetry
Mercy Hospital
10.2020 - 12.2020
- Mastered new charting system with minimal orientation, demonstrating quick adaptability in high-pressure environment
- Provided exceptional patient care across multiple units, including COVID-19, step-down, medical/surgical telemetry, cardiac, and orthopedic floors.
RN, Float Pool, Medical/Surgical Telemetry
Community Regional Medical Center
07.2020 - 09.2020
- Managed patient care in high-acuity settings across multiple specialties, including post-operative, medical-surgical, telemetry, COVID-19, trauma, and neurological care
- Adapted rapidly to dynamic environments and varying patient needs during emergency management disaster response.
RN, Float Pool, Medical/Surgical Telemetry - Covid Crisis Response
Medstar Southern Maryland Hospital
04.2020 - 06.2020
- Adapted quickly to new environments, mastering charting systems and automated medication delivery in high-pressure settings
- Provided comprehensive care for patients with Covid-19 and various comorbidities across multiple medical-surgical units.
RN
CHI St. Luke's Health
10.2018 - 12.2019
- Managed comprehensive patient care, including initial assessments, formulation of nursing diagnoses, and implementation of appropriate interventions
- Ensured the evaluation of patient outcomes and maintained documentation in compliance with professional and hospital standards.
Education
Master of Science, PMHNP Program - Nursing
The University of Texas At Tyler
Tyler, TX05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX05.2020
BBA - Accounting
The University of Houston
Houston, TX05.1994
Skills
- ACLS Certified
- BLS Certified
- Nursing care planning and documentation
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Medication administration and education
- Adaptability to diverse healthcare settings
- Quality improvement initiatives
- Comprehensive psychiatric assessment
Certification
- Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Texas, 09/24
- Registered Nurse, Texas, 07/18
Community Service
- Helpline Specialist, National Alliance on Mental Illness, 2023, 2024
- Volunteer, Angelina County Health District Covid-19 Vaccine Clinic, 2021
- Court Appointed Special Advocate, CASA of the Pines, 2016, 2018
- Treasurer, AC Student Nurses Association, 2017
- Leadership Lufkin Alumni, 2015
- Treasurer, Goodwill Industries of Central East Texas, Board of Directors, 2010, 2015
- Treasurer, Angelina County Child Welfare Board, 2005, 2012
Internship
- Intern, Rusk State Hospital, Rusk, TX, 01/2024 - 03/2024
- Intern, Magnolia Psychiatry, Houston, TX, 08/2023 - 11/2023
Timeline
Psychiatric Nurse
Rusk State Hospital
04.2024 - Current
Travel RN, Float Pool, Medical/Surgical Telemetry
Kaiser Permanente
08.2021 - 10.2021
Travel RN, Float Pool, Medical/Surgical Telemetry
New York Presbyterian Queens
03.2021 - 04.2021
RN, Float Pool, Medical/Surgical Telemetry
Mercy Hospital
10.2020 - 12.2020
RN, Float Pool, Medical/Surgical Telemetry
Community Regional Medical Center
07.2020 - 09.2020
RN, Float Pool, Medical/Surgical Telemetry - Covid Crisis Response
Medstar Southern Maryland Hospital
04.2020 - 06.2020
RN
CHI St. Luke's Health
10.2018 - 12.2019
- Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Texas, 09/24
- Registered Nurse, Texas, 07/18
Master of Science, PMHNP Program - Nursing
The University of Texas At Tyler
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University of Texas At Arlington
BBA - Accounting
The University of Houston
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