Mandy Ouellette
Aroostook,ME
Summary
Accomplished Registered Nurse at Northern Maine Medical Center, adept in emergency response and patient management, significantly enhancing patient care. Excelled in direct patient care and medication administration, fostering patient safety and satisfaction. Demonstrated leadership in nursing staff, streamlining processes for efficiency. Skilled in EMR systems and maintaining confidentiality, showcasing exceptional data collection and compassionate communication abilities, multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Patient-oriented Nurse with 20 years of diverse experience in direct patient care. Offering expertise with psychiatric specialty.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Northern Maine Medical Center
06.2021 - Current
- Managed a 45 bed skilled nursing facility as primary and sole nurse through the night
- Up to 9:1 patient nurse ration on a inpatient psychiatric unit.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Explained useful coping methods to relieve depression and anxiety.
- Provided direct quality care to patients by monitoring, recording and evaluating psychiatric conditions.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Coordinated with medical and paramedical professionals to provide appropriate input and effectively formulate and implement treatment plans for patients.
- Conducted therapy for mentally ill patients in group and individual settings to assist patients in achieving normalcy.
- Administered medication and treatments to patients to observe and record responses.
- Responded to numerous volatile situations and violent outbreaks to restore safety and security of patients and staff.
- Streamlined documentation processes to maintain accurate patient records while maximizing time spent on direct care activities.
- Collaborated proactively with psychiatrists to adjust treatment plans based on observed changes in symptoms or behavior patterns among patients.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
CNA-Med Tech
Northern Maine Medical Center
01.2015 - 06.2021
- Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
- Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.
- Administered medications to patients and remained vigilant for negative side effects.
- Performed regular safety checks on medication storage areas to maintain a secure and organized environment.
- Safeguarded patient privacy by adhering strictly to HIPAA regulations during all aspects of medication handling and administration processes.
- Streamlined medication administration processes, ensuring timely delivery of required treatments.
- Improved patient satisfaction through clear communication and compassionate bedside manner during medication administration.
- Supported needs of 45 residents under long-term care.
CNA
Northern Maine Medical Center
01.2003 - 06.2021
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Supported needs of 45 residents under long-term care.
Education
Master of Science - Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
University of Maine At Fort Kent
Fort Kent Maine12.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Maine At Fort Kent
Fort Kent, Maine06.2021
High School Diploma -
Fort Kent Community High School
Fort Kent, Maine06.2004
Skills
- Data Collection
- Unit Administration
- Emergency Response
- Medical Recordkeeping
- Patient Management
- Wound Care
- Vaccine administration
- Nursing staff leadership
- Direct Patient Care
- Medication Administration
- EMR Systems
- Intake and discharge
Certification
- MOAB Training - current
- BLS Certified current
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Registered Nurse
Northern Maine Medical Center
06.2021 - Current
CNA-Med Tech
Northern Maine Medical Center
01.2015 - 06.2021
CNA
Northern Maine Medical Center
01.2003 - 06.2021
Master of Science - Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
University of Maine At Fort Kent
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Maine At Fort Kent
High School Diploma -
Fort Kent Community High School
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