Madison Denning
Cedar Hills Behavioral Health Hospital
SAN ANTONIO,TX
5
years of professional experience
Compassionate and experienced Registered Nurse with a strong background in psychiatric and behavioral health nursing, patient assessment, crisis intervention, medication administration, and nursing leadership. Currently pursuing a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) with a specialization in Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) at Walden University. Dedicated to providing patient-centered mental health care and creating a safe, therapeutic environment that promotes healing, effective coping mechanisms, improved quality of life, and achievement of personal goals.
Work History
Registered Nurse
10 Months- Delivered compassionate, patient-centered psychiatric nursing care to individuals with acute and chronic mental health needs, enhancing their overall well-being.
- Assess patients' mental and physical health status and communicate changes in condition to the appropriate treatment team.
- Administer scheduled and PRN medications while monitoring patients for therapeutic effects and adverse reactions.
- Collaborated in treatment planning with psychiatrists, therapists, social workers, and nursing staff, ensuring comprehensive care for patients.
- Provide therapeutic communication, emotional support, patient education, and assistance with developing healthy coping strategies.
- Utilize crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques to maintain a safe and therapeutic environment.
- Monitor patient safety and respond appropriately to behavioral and psychiatric emergencies.
- Complete accurate and timely nursing documentation in accordance with facility standards and patient care requirements.
- Advocated for patients' needs and preferences while promoting dignity, respect, and individualized care in a professional manner.
Nursing Supervisor
1 Year 11 Months- Supervised psychiatric nurses and mental health care staff across multiple units to ensure high-quality care.
- Supervised psychiatric nurses and mental health care staff across multiple units.
- Coordinated staff scheduling and supported daily nursing operations to maintain optimal staffing levels and patient care.
- Coordinated staff scheduling and supported daily nursing operations.
- Promoted effective communication, teamwork, and collaboration among nursing and multidisciplinary staff.
- Promoted effective communication, teamwork, and collaboration among nursing and multidisciplinary staff to enhance patient outcomes.
Charge Nurse
4 Years- Provided nursing leadership and guidance to staff in a psychiatric treatment setting.
- Assessed patients' mental health needs and contributed to individualized treatment planning and patient-centered care.
- Delivered emotional support, education, and guidance to enhance patient and family understanding of treatment.
- Utilized crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques to promote patient and staff safety.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams to align care strategies with patient needs and optimize treatment outcomes.
- Provided emotional support, education, and guidance to patients and their families.
- Sustained therapeutic environment prioritizing patient safety, recovery, and development of effective coping mechanisms.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
- Dean's List Spring 2019, Spring 2020, and Fall 2020
Master of Science - PMHNP
Skills
Behavioral health nursing
Mental Health Assessment
Medication Administration
Crisis Intervention
De-escalation techniques
Treatment Planning
Family education
Leadership & supervision
Team collaboration
Training & development
Performance Evaluation
Policy implementation
EBI follow-up
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Cedar Hills Behavioral Health Hospital
10.2025 - CurrentRead More
Nursing Supervisor
Laurel Ridge Treatment Center
09.2023 - 08.2025Read More
Charge Nurse
Laurel Ridge Treatment Center
08.2021 - 08.2025Read More
Walden Univeristy
Master of Science from PMHNP
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Texas Tech University
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
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