NAOMI KAYEMBE BSN, RN

• Comprehensive psychiatric intake assessments
• Inpatient admission coordination
• Level-of-care determination
• Risk stratification (suicide, violence, elopement)
• Medication reconciliation
• Crisis assessment and triage
• De-escalation techniques
• Medication reconciliation
• Vital signs and withdrawal screening (CIWA, COWS)

• Assessed patients’ mental and physical health, developed individualized care plans, and collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure holistic treatment.
• Administered medications, monitored for side effects, and educated patients and families on treatment plans and coping strategies.
• Utilized crisis intervention techniques to de-escalate situations and ensure patient and staff safety.

Relief Charge Nurse

• Managed patient flow, including admissions, discharges, and bed assignments to optimize unit efficiency
• Acted as a liaison between nurses, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to ensure effective communication and continuity of care.
• Provided mentorship and guidance to nursing staff, assisting with decision-making and conflict resolution.
• Assisted in crisis management, responding to emergencies and resolving staffing or patient care issues promptly.

• Assisted nursing staff in delivering patient care and managing daily activities.
• Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient conditions.
• Provided support in administering medications and treatments as directed.
• Educated patients on health practices and post-discharge instructions.