Lucy Earl
Forest Park,GA
Summary
Accomplished Behavioral Health Registered Nurse with a proven track record at Grady Memorial Hospital, adept in medication administration and renowned for exceptional patient assessments. Skillfully enhances patient satisfaction and outcomes through empathetic communication and comprehensive care planning, significantly reducing hospital readmissions. Expert in utilizing EMR systems like Athena, EPIC, and Cerner for efficient patient data management.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered-nurse
Marathon Health
Atlanta, GA
09.2022 - Current
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care, improving adherence to treatment plans.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
Behavioral Health Registered Nurse
Grady Memorial Hospital
Atlanta, GA
08.2022 - 08.2023
- Provided care and support to patients with severe mental illness in the community on the Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) team.
- Educated patients and families about mental health conditions and available treatment options.
- Monitored patient medication schedules using specialized health management software to ensure compliance.
- Conducted comprehensive mental health assessments to determine appropriate care plans.
- Provided crisis intervention and stabilization for patients experiencing acute psychiatric episodes.
- Increased patient satisfaction by establishing trust and rapport through compassionate listening and empathetic communication.
- Promoted self-care among patients through the teaching of effective coping strategies and stress management techniques.
- Enhanced interdisciplinary collaboration through consistent communication with healthcare team members, resulting in more comprehensive patient care.
- Prevented escalation of psychiatric crises by recognizing early warning signs and intervening promptly with appropriate de-escalation techniques.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Administered medication and observed for efficacy.
Behavioral Health Registered Nurse
AccentCare Home Health
Decatur, GA
09.2015 - 07.2022
- Conducted comprehensive mental health assessments to determine appropriate care plans.
- Provided medication management and administered prescribed medication monitoring for efficacy and potential side effects.
- Increased patient satisfaction by establishing trust and rapport through compassionate listening and empathetic communication.
- Educated patients and families about mental health conditions and available treatment options.
- Provided crisis intervention and stabilization for patients experiencing acute psychiatric episodes.
- Provided cognitive behavior therapy, grief therapy, and relaxation therapy.
- Provided emotional support and education to patients and their families.
Behavioral Health Registered Nurse
Atlanta Medical Center
East Point, GA
12.2010 - 04.2014
- Conducted comprehensive mental health assessments to determine appropriate care plans.
- Provided nursing care on inpatient adult behavioral health unit for ages 18 to 62.
- Monitored patient medication schedules using specialized health management software to ensure compliance.
- Educated patients and families about mental health conditions and available treatment options.
- Provided crisis intervention and stabilization for patients experiencing acute psychiatric episodes.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by providing thorough discharge planning and follow-up support for patients transitioning to outpatient care.
- Promoted self-care among patients through the teaching of effective coping strategies and stress management techniques.
- Enhanced interdisciplinary collaboration through consistent communication with healthcare team members, resulting in more comprehensive patient care.
- Advocated for patient rights within the healthcare system by maintaining confidentiality standards, addressing ethical concerns when necessary.
- Facilitated family involvement in the recovery process by offering psychoeducation sessions designed to increase understanding of the patient''s diagnosis and treatment.
- Enhanced patient safety by conducting regular environmental assessments to identify and mitigate potential risks within the behavioral health unit.
- Prevented escalation of psychiatric crises by recognizing early warning signs and intervening promptly with appropriate de-escalation techniques.
- Collaborated with psychiatrists to adjust medication regimens, optimizing therapeutic effectiveness while minimizing side effects.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Troy University
Troy, AL05-1990
Skills
- Medication Administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- EMR charting, Athena, EPIC, and Homecare Homebase
Certification
- Registered Nurse License (RN) - State Board of Nursing.
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
Timeline
Registered-nurse
Marathon Health
09.2022 - Current
Behavioral Health Registered Nurse
Grady Memorial Hospital
08.2022 - 08.2023
Behavioral Health Registered Nurse
AccentCare Home Health
09.2015 - 07.2022
Behavioral Health Registered Nurse
Atlanta Medical Center
12.2010 - 04.2014
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Troy University