Monissa Richards
Youngsville,NC
Summary
Qualified Clinical Nurse with a solid foundation in clinical care. Proven ability to provide compassionate patient care and effectively manage clinical duties. I am adept at adapting to changing healthcare needs while providing consistent, high-quality care. I am reliable and results-driven, with focus on delivering patient-centered solutions.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Nurse III/Clinical Nurse II/Behavioral Health Registered Nurse
WakeMed Hospital Raleigh Campus
01.2021 - Current
- Deliver psychiatric and substance abuse treatment to individuals across all age groups.
- Supervising and evaluating patients in hospital setting on 21 bed unit, including role of charge nurse.
- Medication administration orally and intramuscularly
- Maintain accurate and comprehensive patient records in line with regulatory standards
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.
Clinical Nurse II/ Adult Rehabilitation/Medical Surgical
UNC Hospitals At Hillsborough
06.2023 - 07.2024
- Patient assessment and care planning of 7 patients per shift,
- Administered medications via IV, oral and intramuscularly to manage patient's condition.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient outcomes and efficient care coordination.
- Utilized assessment skills to identify early indications of deterioration in a patient''s condition, enabling prompt intervention when needed.
- Patient/family education and discharge planning.
Clinical Nurse II/ Rehabilitation/Medical Surgical
Moses Cone Hospital
04.2022 - 04.2023
- Manage/ provide direct care to 7-8 patients per shift.
- Treat changes in functional ability and lifestyle of individuals dealing with injury, disability, and chronic illness.
- Assist patients in recovering and regaining independence and functionality following injury, disability, or illness.
- Administered medication via IV, oral, intramuscularly and provide specialized wound care.
- Provide patient/family education.
Clinical Nurse II/ Behavioral Health
Holly Hill Hospital
06.2020 - 04.2022
- Deliver psychiatric and substance abuse treatment to individuals across all age groups.
- Supervising and evaluating patients in hospital setting on 12-28 bed unit, including role of charge nurse.
- Monitored and assessed patients in inpatient care setting.
- Medication administration orally and intramuscularly.
Registered Nurse
Florence Nursing Services, LTC
01.2021 - 04.2021
- Delivered quality care to 18-22 patients from diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Administered drugs by oral, intravenous, and intramuscular routes, while closely monitoring patient reactions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
Registered Nurse
Tower Nursing Rehabilitation/ COVID-19 Unit
08.2020 - 10.2020
- Provided comprehensive care to COVID-19 patients.
- Administered hands-on medical treatment to patients, ensuring their stability and making informed decisions regarding subsequent steps.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
Education
Master of Science - PMHNP
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN08-2025
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Duke University School of Nursing
Durham, NC2020
Bachelor of Science - Human Services
Springfield College
Springfield, MA2007
Skills
- Care Coordination
- Crisis Intervention
- Medication Administration
- Patient Care and Monitoring
- Patient Education
- Treatment Coordination
- Interpersonal Communication
- Cultural Awareness
Certification
- Licensed Registered Nurse 2020 -2025
- BLS certification 2020-2025
- CPI Training 2020 - 2025
Timeline
Clinical Nurse II/ Adult Rehabilitation/Medical Surgical
UNC Hospitals At Hillsborough
06.2023 - 07.2024
Clinical Nurse II/ Rehabilitation/Medical Surgical
Moses Cone Hospital
04.2022 - 04.2023
Clinical Nurse III/Clinical Nurse II/Behavioral Health Registered Nurse
WakeMed Hospital Raleigh Campus
01.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse
Florence Nursing Services, LTC
01.2021 - 04.2021
Registered Nurse
Tower Nursing Rehabilitation/ COVID-19 Unit
08.2020 - 10.2020
Clinical Nurse II/ Behavioral Health
Holly Hill Hospital
06.2020 - 04.2022
Master of Science - PMHNP
Walden University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Duke University School of Nursing
Bachelor of Science - Human Services
Springfield College