Melanie Fisher
Hays,Kansas
Summary
Dynamic Psychiatric Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Camber Children's Psychiatric Hospital, adept at crisis intervention and therapeutic communication. Proven ability to foster trust through compassionate patient education and effective family support. Skilled in coordinating multidisciplinary communication and implementing trauma-informed practices, ensuring optimal patient outcomes and safety. Reliable, adaptable, and focused on patient-centered care.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Psychiatric Registered Nurse-Charge
Camber Children's Psychiatric Hospital
07.2016 - Current
- Manage psychiatric emergencies effectively, utilizing crisis intervention techniques to maintain safety for all involved parties.
- Serve as a liaison between the nursing team and hospital administration, advocating for necessary resources to improve unit function and patient care quality.
- Establish and maintain open lines of communication with patients'' families; regularly updating them about progress and discussing treatment options thereby promoting trust and cooperation.
- Collaborated with psychiatrists on medication management protocols to ensure appropriate prescription practices for each patient''s unique needs.
- Nurture a safe and supportive environment for both patients and staff by enforcing policies and addressing concerns promptly.
- Coordinate and complete patient admissions, transfers, and discharges to ensure smooth transitions between departments or facilities.
- Coordinated with medical and paramedical professionals to provide appropriate input and effectively formulate and implement treatment plans for patients.
Licensed Practical Nurse, IV-Acute
Gove County Hospital
06.2016 - 01.2017
- Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Streamlined nursing processes by implementing evidence-based practices that improved clinical workflow efficiency.
- Monitored patient reactions to medications and treatments, quickly addressing adverse reactions.
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
Advocate - Shelter Coordinator
Options Domestic and Sexual Violence Services
07.2010 - 06.2016
- Assisted individuals in navigating processes and procedures to resolve issues, understand rights and express views.
- Established trusting relationships with clients by maintaining open lines of communication throughout the entire representation process.
- Maintained positive relationships with community to build and nurture dynamic partnerships.
- Managed complex caseloads with diligence, prioritizing tasks to ensure timely resolution of cases.
- Made referrals to appropriate services, following up to confirm patients received access to required care.
- Represented clients in court effectively, achieving positive outcomes through persuasive oral arguments and thorough preparation.
- Assisted with grant applications by compiling relevant data about the program''s impact on clients'' lives in order to demonstrate effectiveness in meeting funding requirements.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Fort Hays State University
Hays, KS05-2026
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing Science
Colby Community College
Colby, KS05-2023
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Colby Community College
Colby, KS05-2016
Skills
- Completing admissions and nursing intake assessments
- Medication administration and monitoring for adverse effects
- Discharge planning and completion
- Compassionate and trauma informed patient education
- Coordinating and implementing appropriate de-escalation techniques, suicide prevention and safety hold/seclusion protocols
- Collaboration with the multidisciplinary team of care givers
- Accurate and timely documentation into the patient health record
- Supporting patients using trauma informed practices
- Family education and support
- Mentoring, guiding and supporting the direct care team during calm and crisis
- Group therapy coordination
- Care team collaboration
Timeline
Psychiatric Registered Nurse-Charge
Camber Children's Psychiatric Hospital
07.2016 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse, IV-Acute
Gove County Hospital
06.2016 - 01.2017
Advocate - Shelter Coordinator
Options Domestic and Sexual Violence Services
07.2010 - 06.2016
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Fort Hays State University
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing Science
Colby Community College
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Colby Community College
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