Christina Efland
Casselberry,FL
Summary
Seasoned Registered Nurse with a proven track record at Aspire Health Partners, specializing in psychiatric and mental health care. Expert in clinical judgment and compassionate patient advocacy, significantly enhancing patient outcomes. Demonstrated leadership in multidisciplinary collaboration and nursing staff management, ensuring high-quality care and efficiency in fast-paced environments. Caring, hardworking and service-oriented registered nurse with several years of experience. Well-versed in offering evidence-based, therapeutic care. Collaborative and motivational leader with expertise in training new nursing staff while providing top-notch service to patient populations. Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities. An organized and motivated individual, eager to utilize time management and organizational skills across diverse settings. Seeking entry-level opportunities to enhance abilities while contributing to company growth.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Aspire Health Partners
1800 Mercy Drive Orlando, FL
03.2023 - Current
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
- Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.
- Conducted independent risk assessment for self-directed violence, analyzing risk factors, protective factors, mental status and current triggers.
- Provided individualized patient-centered care plans that addressed the psychological and social needs of each patient.
- Implemented evidence-based practices into clinical settings based on research findings from studies conducted within the field of mental health nursing.
- Implemented evidence-based and best practice problem-solving interventions to establish protective measures for suicide prevention and self-harm.
- Participated in root cause analysis for concerning patient behaviors to prevent acts of furtherance on inpatient unit.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Ensured compliance with all relevant laws governing the practice of mental health nursing.
Registered Nurse
Kindred at Home
Primera Boulevard, Suite 132 Lake Mary, FL
03.2018 - 04.2023
- Assessed patient conditions during in-home visits, developing personalized care plans.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Collaborated with local agencies to ensure continuity of care upon discharge from home health services.
- Supported patients with activities of daily living and functional mobility to improve comfort and quality of life and reduce pain.
- Provided home health care services such as wound care, medication administration, and IV therapy.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the organization.
- Administering medications according to physician orders and monitoring side effects of medications.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to ensure continuity of care.
- Conducted risk assessments in home environments to ensure patient safety.
- Implemented patient-specific exercises and rehabilitation plans to improve mobility.
- Utilized electronic health records to document patient care accurately and comprehensively.
- Maintained accurate records of all visits made to patients' homes along with any changes in their conditions or treatments prescribed by physicians.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
- Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for in-patient care.
- Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies.
Charge Registered Nurse
The Recovery Village
633 Umatilla Boulevard, Umatilla, FL
03.2017 - 10.2017
- Coordinated and performed patient admissions, transfers and discharges.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted care plans accordingly.
- Monitored vital signs, medication administration, and fluid balance for assigned patients.
- Advised, coached and mentored experienced and student nurses on medical issues, crisis management, and appropriate nursing interventions.
- Distributed assignments to RNs, LPNs and resident advisors, guided work and delivered training to promote proper care standards for patients.
- Performed health education activities with patients to promote understanding of medical condition and self-care skills.
- Collaborated with other departments such as pharmacy, laboratory services, physical therapy, to ensure proper delivery of services.
Charge Nurse
Florida Hospital East Orlando
601 East Rollins Street , FL
10.2013 - 12.2016
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Utilized advanced technical skills and expertise to troubleshoot complex problems and implement solutions.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Exhibited professionalism and leadership to peers by participating in professional activities and continuing education.
- Performed cardiopulmonary resuscitation accurately and effectively.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining high standards of professional conduct.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized patient plans of care.
- Maintained accurate records of all patient interactions, treatments, medications administered and any changes in condition.
- Demonstrated excellent interpersonal communication skills when interacting with patients, family members, physicians or other healthcare professionals.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Practice
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL05-2013
Associate of Science - Nursing
Seminole State College of Florida
Sanford, FL05-2012
Associate of Arts - Pre-Nursing
Seminole State College of Florida
Sanford, FL06-2008
Master of Science - Nursing Administration (In-Progress)
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UTSkills
- Lab result interpretation
- Health screening
- Culturally-sensitive care
- Diabetes management
- Health care consultation
- IV management
- Nursing staff leadership
- Clinical judgment
- Inpatient and outpatient care
- Home health care
- Chronic disease management
- Clinical information system management
- Compassion and empathy
- Patient and family advocacy
- Complex Problem-solving
- Physical assessments
- Rehabilitation support
- De-escalation techniques
- Suicide risk assessment
- Unit management and leadership
- Psychiatric assessment
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
- Anger management
- Patient health education
- Medication administration
- HIPAA
- Stress reduction strategies
- Psychiatric and mental health care
- Therapeutic communication
- Counseling
Accomplishments
- Graduated Magna cum Laude, Fall 2012
- 2013 Sigma Theta Tau Academic Honor Society Member
- 2011 Golden Key International Academic Honor Society Member
- 2010 Certificate of Service recognizing one hundred volunteer service hours at Florida Hospital-Orlando
- 2020 Volunteer Services provided at Spay & Save Veterinary Clinic
Affiliations
2005 Certificate of Appreciation from the American Red Cross for volunteer service during
Hurricane Katrina
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Aspire Health Partners
03.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Kindred at Home
03.2018 - 04.2023
Charge Registered Nurse
The Recovery Village
03.2017 - 10.2017
Charge Nurse
Florida Hospital East Orlando
10.2013 - 12.2016
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Practice
University of Central Florida
Associate of Science - Nursing
Seminole State College of Florida
Associate of Arts - Pre-Nursing
Seminole State College of Florida
Master of Science - Nursing Administration (In-Progress)
Western Governors University
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