Sharity Anderson
Tinley Park,IL
Summary
Newly graduated, licensed, and board certified PMHP. Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with over two decades of experience and a progressive career history in direct patient care for the general med-surg (including telemetry) and psychiatric population. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently providing individualized patient care. Committed to delivering best-in-class patient care through effective education and counseling. Streamline safety protocols for comprehensive patient care. Proven leadership focused on increasing and enhancing patient care and satisfaction.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Riveredge Hospital
03.2015 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs for the psychiatric population.
- 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.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Responded to numerous volatile situations and violent outbreaks to restore safety and security of patients and staff.
- Built trust with patients from various cultural backgrounds through culturally competent care practices tailored to individual needs.
- Ensured patient safety by closely monitoring behaviors, administering medications as prescribed, and intervening during incidents of aggression or selfharm.
- Oversaw care of suicidal patients and acted swiftly to reduce risk of harm to themselves or others.
- Demonstrated adaptability by providing coverage in various psychiatric units as needed, maintaining high standards of care across diverse patient populations.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Collaborated proactively with psychiatrists to adjust treatment plans based on observed changes in symptoms or behavior patterns among patients.
- Promoted a therapeutic environment by establishing rapport, maintaining boundaries, and fostering open communication with patients and families.
- Explained useful coping methods to relieve depression and anxiety.
- Enhanced treatment efficacy by collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive mental health care.
- Provided direct quality care to patients by monitoring, recording and evaluating psychiatric conditions.
- Performed patient assessments to monitor expected response to medications and altering treatment plans.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
Registered Nurse, Charge Nurse
DHS/State of Illinois
01.2008 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Served as a liaison between administration, medical staff, and nursing team for seamless communication and coordination of care efforts.
- Managed staffing schedules, ensuring adequate coverage for all shifts while minimizing overtime costs.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Mentored junior nurses in clinical decision-making skills, fostering their professional growth and development.
- Advocated for patient needs within the healthcare organization, working closely with multidisciplinary teams to optimize resource allocation and service delivery.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient care activities in accordance with regulatory requirements, ensuring timely completion of reports as necessary for compliance purposes.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Promoted a safe and healthy work environment through adherence to infection control policies and procedures.
- Enhanced overall staff morale by recognizing individual achievements and fostering a collaborative, supportive work environment.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Reduced medication errors by implementing a thorough double-check system and providing ongoing education for staff members.
Registered Nurse
Cross Country Staffing
09.2001 - 03.2022
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary in specialty areas such as med-surg, telemetry, substance abuse, rehabilitation, and psychiatric units.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- 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.
Registered Nurse
Advocate Christ Medical Center
12.2000 - 12.2007
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- 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.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
University of St. Francis At Joliet
Joliet, IL05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Lewis University
Romeoville05.2011
Associate of Science - Nursing
South Suburban College
South Holland, IL12.2000
Skills
Over 500 clinical hours in Family Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner clinical management for inpatient psychiatric and substance abuse units, outpatient psychiatric clinics, and outpatient psychotherapy programs, acquiring experience in:
- Psychiatric evaluation, treatment planning and psychiatric emergency management
- Utilize advanced psychological, neurobiological, pathophysiological, psychosocial, and epidemiological constructs and theories in the screening, assessment, diagnosis, medication management, and treatment recommendations of psychiatric disorders and behavioral/mental health problems
- Diagnostic formulation based on DSM-5 utilizing differential diagnoses skills
- Familiarity with various screening tools
- Apply the therapeutic relationship to promote positive clinical outcomes
- Integrate evidence-based treatments, CBT, DBT, Family therapy, Group therapy etc
- Select and incorporate current recognized clinical practice guidelines and standards into the treatment of patients with acute or crisis psychiatric/mental health disorders
- Demonstrate psychiatric nurse practitioner advanced practice role competencies in providing individual, self, group/ family/couples therapy for clinical treatment of patient populations with acute or crisis psychiatric/mental health disorders
- Address cultural differences in the patient population including the underserved and gay/lesbian population
Certification
- American Nurses Credentialing Center, Board Certification for PMHNP- August 2024
- Advanced Practice Registered Nurse Licensure (No. 209.030400)- August 2024
- Registered Nurse Licensure (No. 041.328234)-December 2021
- National Provider Identification (No.
- Crisis Prevention Intervention
- Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Riveredge Hospital
03.2015 - Current
Registered Nurse, Charge Nurse
DHS/State of Illinois
01.2008 - Current
Registered Nurse
Cross Country Staffing
09.2001 - 03.2022
Registered Nurse
Advocate Christ Medical Center
12.2000 - 12.2007
Master of Science - Nursing
University of St. Francis At Joliet
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Lewis University
Associate of Science - Nursing
South Suburban College