Nicole Garcia

Excelled my withdrawal expertise as I was first on site or to respond and would get the patient to the level of care needed. Whether that be inpatient or to the local hospital via 911. Cared for families during these times as when patients present unknown, they need quick eyes/assessment skills to assure adequate care and are experiencing a life crisis, either themselves or a loved one. Exceeded expectations when it came to quality patient care and an innate ability to build rapport and establish trust so patient's that were resistant to services had an empathetic, compassionate person to encourage treatment and rendering services. Collaborated with local hospitals and many out of state and/or globally for all levels of eating disordered care and followed them throughout their hospital stays until day of transfer.

Performed all tasks with patient-centered focus while seeking opportunities for improvement of processes and treatments. Assessed patient's in active withdrawal and provided interventions to manage physical and psychological withdrawal symptoms. Provided education to patient's on detoxification and withdrawal, medication management, addictive recovery, coping skills, and community resources. Trained new staff nurses to provide top-quality patient care. Provided behavioral and emotional support and supervision for those with dementia and Alzheimer's. Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessments, treatments, medications, discharge instructions and follow-up care. Provided coping skills and support to adult inpatient and eating disordered patients.

Assessed patient's of sexual assault trauma and followed up accordingly. Collected specimens and forensic evidence for state database. Offered comfort and support throughout the duration of interview process and collaboration process. Collaborated with local law enforcement to complete solid chain of custody. Collaborated with community resources to allow ample resources for continued therapy and cares. Functional in a fast pace emergency room, as well as collaborated with ER staff.