Evaluated hospital-onset and healthcare-acquired infections by conducting root cause analysis.
Set clear policies to improve success of infection control measures in departments.
Identified and mitigated unnecessary infection risks through regular reviews and procedural assessments.
Continuously maintained proper safety and took precautionary measures to avoid spread of disease and infection.
Behavioral Health Nurse
North Star Behavioral Health System
10.2023 - Current
Assessing patients in active detox and providing interventions to manage detox related symptoms
Participated in treatment teams with psychiatrist, clinical therapist, discharge planners, patients, and their families to establish the best plan of care for the patient
Provided direct patient care for programs including children, adolescents, adult detox and rehabilitation, and the Patriots Support Program.
Skilled in crisis intervention, patient advocacy, and providing evidence-based therapeutic support across diverse populations.
Behavioral Health Nurse
HCA Florida West
09.2021 - 10.2023
Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects
Worked as a charge nurse in helping to facilitate efficient workflow on the unit and lead code response teams when needed
Travel Nurse
Barnes Jewish Hospital
03.2023 - 09.2023
Documented patient interactions and interventions in EPIC EMR
Learned and developed unique skills, specialties and practices based on site and patient needs
Developed relationships with patients and families to understand medical history and care needs
Assessed patient conditions by taking vital signs and evaluating symptoms to determine appropriate treatment.
Pharmacy Technician
CVS Pharmacy
05.2021 - 09.2021
Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers.
Entered and processed patients' prescriptions into internal system.
Maintained proper drug storage procedures, registries, and records for controlled drugs.