Lillie Brooks
Blairs,VA
Summary
Accomplished Lead Psychiatric Nurse with a proven track record at Danville Pittsylvania Community Services, adept in therapeutic care plans and compassionate caregiving. Spearheaded staff training, significantly improved patient coping mechanisms, and enhanced team collaboration. Expert in restraint techniques, ensuring patient and staff safety. Patient-oriented Nurse with 10 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise with behavioral health specialty.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Language
Work History
Lead Psychiatric Nurse
Danville Pittsylvania Community Services
05.2014 - Current
- Educated patients and families about mental health, diagnoses and treatment options.
- Explained useful coping methods to relieve depression and anxiety.
- Deescalated agitated patients using verbal interventions before resorting to physical restraints or seclusion when necessary.
- Administered psychotropic medications as prescribed, monitoring side effects and adjusting dosages as needed under physician guidance.
- Managed day to day operations of clinic, staff training and supervision, including selection, performance evaluations and discipline of clinic nursing staff
- Initiates referrals for services as instructed by physician.
- Utilized multi-modal diagnostic tools to diagnose and treat lots patients with memory difficulties and dementia.
Staff Nurse/Wound Care Nurse
Stratford Health And Rehabilitation Center
04.1997 - 05.2014
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Provided wound care for all the residents as needed. Collaborated with dietitian, wound care providers, and primary providers.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Roman Eagle Rehabilitation And Healthcare
03.1993 - 04.1997
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Supported needs of 100+ residents under long-term care.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nurse
Danville Community College
Danville, VA12.2023
Certificate - Licensed Practical Nurse
Danville Community College
Danville, VA10.2000
Certificate - Certified Nursing Assistant
Danville Community College
Danville, VA12.1991
Skills
- Therapeutic Care Plans
- Compassionate Caregiving
- Restraint Techniques
- Team Collaboration
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
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Tony Robbins
Timeline
Lead Psychiatric Nurse
Danville Pittsylvania Community Services
05.2014 - Current
Staff Nurse/Wound Care Nurse
Stratford Health And Rehabilitation Center
04.1997 - 05.2014
Certified Nursing Assistant
Roman Eagle Rehabilitation And Healthcare
03.1993 - 04.1997
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nurse
Danville Community College
Certificate - Licensed Practical Nurse
Danville Community College
Certificate - Certified Nursing Assistant
Danville Community College