Malcolm McCrae
Long Island,NY
Summary
Nursing student graduating May 2026 with over 15 years of experience as a Psychiatric Nursing Assistant in an acute care setting. Demonstrates strong skills in therapeutic communication, crisis intervention, patient safety, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Experienced in managing high-risk psychiatric patients, including those with suicidal and homicidal ideation and substance use disorders. Seeking a New Graduate Registered Nurse position in psychiatric nursing with a commitment to delivering safe, compassionate, patient-centered care.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Psychiatric Nursing Assistant
Northwell Health Huntington Hospital
Huntington, NY
08.2009 - Current
- Conduct Q15 safety checks and continuous 1:1 observation for high-risk patients, ensuring a secure environment and early identification of behavioral or medical changes.
- Utilize advanced de-escalation techniques and therapeutic communication to manage aggressive or escalating behaviors; assist in the safe application of restraints and seclusion in accordance with hospital policy and patient safety standards.
- Provide direct care for patients with suicidal and homicidal ideation, implementing safety precautions, maintaining close observation, and promptly communicating changes in risk status to the healthcare team.
- Support patients undergoing substance abuse treatment and detoxification, monitoring for withdrawal symptoms, behavioral changes, and complications, and reporting findings to the RN.
- Assist in the management of involuntary admissions, ensuring adherence to legal, ethical, and facility protocols while maintaining patient dignity and safety.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, fostering independence and comfort in care environments.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes, ensuring timely communication with healthcare professionals.
- Trained new staff on safety protocols and patient care procedures, promoting a culture of compliance and quality.
- Provided crisis intervention services when necessary, de-escalating volatile situations while prioritizing patient safety at all times.
- Created a sense of community among patients through organized activities and events that encouraged socialization and mutual support during treatment periods.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and therapeutic environment by adhering to proper infection control practices and following established safety protocols.
- Reduced the risk of self-harm or injury to patients by implementing appropriate safety measures and close monitoring.
- Educated patients on mental health coping strategies, equipping them with tools for successful management of their conditions outside of the clinical setting.
- Contributed to a positive therapeutic environment through effective communication, active listening, and respectful interactions with patients and staff members.
- Promoted a culture of healing by consistently demonstrating empathy, patience, and understanding towards all patients regardless of their diagnoses or backgrounds.
- Supported patients'' emotional well-being, providing compassionate listening and empathetic responses during difficult moments.
- Assisted staff members during emergency situations while maintaining professionalism and observational skills.
- Quickly identified problematic changes in patient behavior and progress by closely monitoring patients and keeping detailed records.
- Maintained patient rooms by making beds, sweeping units and wiping down surfaces.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
SUNY Empire State College
Saratoga Springs, NY05-2028
Associate of Science - Nursing
Nassau Community College
Garden City, NY05-2026
Skills
- Patient care
- Professional boundaries
- Self-awareness
- Crisis intervention
- Patient admission
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Critical thinking
- Active listening
- Effective communication
- Decision-making
- CPR certified
- Behavioral assessment
- Therapeutic communication
- BLS - American Heart Association
Clinical Rotation
Completed 450 hours of supervised clinical experience across medical-surgical, psychiatric, pediatric, and obstetric settings. Performed comprehensive head-to-toe assessments, monitored vital signs, and identified changes in patient condition, reporting findings promptly to the RN. Safely administered medications following the five rights of medication administration and evaluated patient responses to treatment.
Demonstrated proficiency in wound care, blood glucose monitoring, and IV therapy initiation and maintenance under supervision. Utilized the Sunrise electronic medical record system for accurate and timely documentation of patient care, assessments, and interventions.
Applied therapeutic communication techniques to support patients with psychiatric disorders, including those experiencing acute crises. Participated in psychiatric assessments, crisis intervention, and safety management, prioritizing patient and staff safety.
Provided patient-centered education on medications, disease processes, discharge planning, and postpartum care. Developed and implemented individualized nursing care plans using clinical judgment and evidence-based practice.
Mount Sinai South Nassau - Oceanside, NY Fall of 2024
Medical - Surgical Units
Hours: 112.5
Mount Sinai South Nassau - Oceanside, NY Spring of 2025
Medical - Surgical Units
Hours: 82.5
Psychiatric
Hours: 30
LIJ Northwell / Cohen Children's Medical Center - Queens, NY Fall of 2025
Medical - Surgical Units: 5S, 5N, 9T
Hours: 82.5
Pediatrics:
Hours: 30
North Shore University Hospital - Manhasset, NY Spring of 2026
Medical - Surgical Units: 2DSU, 2CP, 4DSU, 7T
Hours: 82.5
Obstetrics
Hours: 30
Timeline
Psychiatric Nursing Assistant
Northwell Health Huntington Hospital
08.2009 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
SUNY Empire State College
Associate of Science - Nursing
Nassau Community College