Nichole Burns

Perform assessments on youth with illnesses, injuries and health/psychological related concerns, reporting significant findings to appropriate medical provider and guardian/DSS worker as needed.

Administer first aid during emergent situations and coordinate care of youth as appropriate.

Monitor all TCI approved restraints according to OMH and OCFS regulations.

Administer scheduled and PRN medications per MD order reporting any significant medical/psychological responses to appropriate provider.

Ensure that physician orders are effectively carried out, including medical testing, medical procedures, consults and STAT medications.

Sustain quality standards by performing daily medication and restraint audits.

Complete monthly AED quality control checks and maintenance as needed.

Generate medical incident reports, justice center reports and CPS notifications as needed.

Evaluated and documented pertinent medical/psychological medical history including any health or safety concerns upon admission.

Developed and implemented individualized care plans in response to patients psychiatric needs.

Collaborated with multidisciplinary treatment team to revise goals, objectives and interventions appropriate to changes in patients status.

Administered and documented scheduled and PRN medications reporting any significant findings to appropriate medical provider.

Provided education regarding psychopharmacological interventions in order to improve medication compliance and treatment adherence.

Ensured that physician orders were effectively carried out, including testing, medical procedures, consults and STAT orders for medications and restraints.

Accurately obtained and documented pertinent patient information including vital signs, eating habits, behaviors and overall general physical condition.

Provided patient education and assistance with personal hygiene including bathing, dressing, grooming.

Served meals and assisted those in need of help or persuasion when eating.

Completed required physical checks in timely manner in order to detect unusual or harmful behaviors.

Responded to volatile and violent outbreaks in order to restore safety and security of patients and staff.