Dedicated and experienced Registered Charge Nurse with 6+ years of expertise in patient care, clinical management, and healthcare protocols. Proven track record in enhancing patient satisfaction and healthcare efficiency, with strong skills in overseeing unit operations and workflow. Certifications BLS and CPI.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Charge Nurse, Adult Psych
Brookwood Baptist Medical Center
06.2019 - Current
Manage patient care for patients on 24-bed Adult psych unit, delegate duties, support and monitor staff.
Float as Charge Nurse to all Behavioral Health Units
Mentored and supervised new nurses, fostering a supportive and professional work environment.
Perform comprehensive assessments and implement treatment plans.
Provide direct patient care, crisis intervention, de-escalation.
Create template for taking report and patient assessments
Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
Optimized patient satisfaction through timely response to concerns and effective communication among staff members.
Promoted a safe working environment by adhering to infection control policies and regularly reviewing safety protocols.
Championed a positive work culture by recognizing exemplary performance from team members and addressing conflicts promptly when they arose.
Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking, and administration.
Maintained accurate documentation of patient information, enabling informed decision-making among the healthcare team members.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Wallace Community College Selma
Selma, AL
05-2019
Associate of Science - Elementary Education
St. Petersburg College
Clearwater, FL
05-2008
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Brigham Young University
Provo, UT
04-1996
Associate of Arts - Arts And Sciences
Ricks College
Rexburg, ID
07-1993
Skills
Monitor Patient Care Quality
Delegation and Coordination of Nursing Staff
Disseminating Information and Ensuring Adherence to Policies and Procedures by Staff
Clinical Management and Coordination of Care
Crisis Intervention
Critical Thinking and Effective Communication
Goal Setting and Meeting Expectations
Electronic health records (EHR) management
Training & Development of Team
Effective and Empathetic Patient Communication
Certification
Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association