MICKIE HEWLIN
Tucson,AZ
Summary
Experienced RN with Arizona Compact License with strong clinical and people skills. current handle with care certification. Experience with leading group discussion with patients on topics such as anxiety management and behavior modification to maintain sobriety.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Palo Verde Behavioral Health
Tucson, AZ
04.2018 - 04.2024
- Provided patient care and education to patients with psychiatric illnesses.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Performed admissions assessments and daily assessments in level 1 acute inpatient setting with focus on adolescent population.
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by utilizing handle with care deescalation techniques, policies and procedures.
Maxim Travel Nurse
Maxim Travel Nurse
Tucson, AZ
09.2017 - 04.2018
- Completed 13 week travel assignment through ravel Max at Palo Verde Behavioral Health
- Worked as staff nurse providing direct care to patients in locked psychiatric hospital
- Performed admission assessments, developed individual plan of care based on client needs, administered medications
- Intervening as needed with clients diagnosed with variety of mental health disorders as well as substance use disorders to maintain unit milieu
- Worked with adolescent populations as well as adults
- Proper documentation of care provided.
- Ensured that all documentation was completed in a timely manner and met all standards for accuracy.
Registered Nurse / Er
Choctaw Health Center: Emergency Room
Choctaw, MS
05.2017 - 09.2017
- Assessed need for, ordered, obtained and interpreted appropriate lab tests
- Pharmacological and nonpharmacological management and treatment of various disorders and diseases
- Effective counseling in health maintenance and disease management
- Performed lab tests and communicated results
- Instructed patients and family members on proper discharge care
- Closely monitored acute conditions
- Ensure HIPAA compliance
- Measured urine and delivered specimens to lab
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared them for lab testing
- Routinely retracted patient throat cultures and prepared for lab submission.
- Assessed patients' medical histories, vital signs, physical condition and symptoms to determine appropriate care.
- Provided emergency trauma nursing care such as administering medications, IV fluids and wound care.
Registered Nurse psych/Substance Detox
Nash Health Care
Rocky Mount, NC
06.2012 - 01.2017
- Organized and led support groups per 12 hour shift in subjects related to physical and emotional health to ensure long-term patient well-being
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Assess patients in acute psychiatric/substance detox unit and dispensed psychotropic and other medications as needed
- Pharmacological and nonpharmacological management and treatment of disorders and diseases
- Effective counseling in health maintenance and disease management.
Registered Nurse psych NC State Hospital
Longleaf Neuro Medical Center
Wilson, NC
11.2011 - 04.2012
- Staff nurse providing direct care to patients in long term care locked state hospital, administered medications, monitored patients for changes in behavior increased agitation/aggressive behavior, supervised CNA/MHT to ensure appropriate care was given such as assistance with ADLs, provided wound care as needed
LPN Long Term Care Skilled Nursing
Florence Nursing Services
Rocky Mount, NC
01.2010 - 04.2011
- Worked various shifts with local staffing agency at Tarboro nursing center a long term care/skilled nursing facility providing direct care to residents in nursing home setting with wide range of diseases related to aging, provided pre/post dialysis care, cared for residents during short term rehab from various surgeries such as knee and hip replacements
- Provides care for hospice and comfort care residents
- Provided wound care, administered medications
- Supervised 2 CNA to ensure proper care was given to residents.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Halifax Community College
Weldon, NC05-2011
LPN - Nursing
Halifax Community College
Weldon, NC07-2005
Social Work - Social Work
Halifax Community College
Weldon, NC08-1996
Skills
- Strong clinical judgment
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient/family focused
- BLS/ACLS
- Patient evaluation/intervention
- Problem resolution capability
- Drug Therapy Management
- Medication Administration
Personal Information
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Title: Mickie Hewlin. RN
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Palo Verde Behavioral Health
04.2018 - 04.2024
Maxim Travel Nurse
Maxim Travel Nurse
09.2017 - 04.2018
Registered Nurse / Er
Choctaw Health Center: Emergency Room
05.2017 - 09.2017
Registered Nurse psych/Substance Detox
Nash Health Care
06.2012 - 01.2017
Registered Nurse psych NC State Hospital
Longleaf Neuro Medical Center
11.2011 - 04.2012
LPN Long Term Care Skilled Nursing
Florence Nursing Services
01.2010 - 04.2011
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Halifax Community College
LPN - Nursing
Halifax Community College
Social Work - Social Work
Halifax Community College
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