Summary
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Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Parida Hopson Serton

119 County Road 488 Meridian,MS

Summary

Experienced Registered Nurse skilled in patient assessment and care delivery. Demonstrated success in working under pressure and providing timely, accurate evaluations. Acknowledged for strong teamwork with physicians to enhance healthcare outcomes. Focused on high-quality patient care within collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse - Mental health and Psych

East MS State Hospital
11.2021 - Current
  • Conducted mental health evaluations for adults with substance-use and psychiatric disorders.
  • Managed comprehensive assessments, documentation, admissions, discharges, and medication orders.
  • Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to formulate effective patient care plans.
  • Educated patients and families on health management and treatment procedures.
  • Provided immediate care and support in emergency situations.
  • Monitored psychiatric and medical conditions based on physician directives.
  • Trained new nursing staff on hospital policies and best practices.

Registered Nurse - Geriatric Psych and Rehab

Anderson Regional Health System
07.2021 - 06.2024
  • Assessed geriatric clients with acute and chronic psychiatric conditions to create tailored care plans.
  • Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive patient care.
  • Monitored vital signs and communicated changes to healthcare providers promptly.
  • Educated patients and families on health management strategies and discharge procedures.
  • Maintained accurate records using electronic health record systems.
  • Diagnosed and treated various psychiatric illnesses for inpatient and telepsychiatry patients.
  • Conducted ongoing evaluations through interactions and behavioral observations.

Registered Nurse Psych

Alliance Mental Health Services
Meridian, MS
06.2014 - 10.2021

Delivered patient-centered care within mental health settings, ensuring comprehensive support.

  • Administered medications and monitored responses to optimize treatment outcomes.
  • Conducted thorough assessments to identify individual patient needs effectively.
  • Educated patients and families on mental health conditions and treatment options.
  • Documented progress meticulously while maintaining accurate medical records.
  • Implemented safety protocols to create secure treatment environments.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams, including physicians and nurses, for tailored treatment plans.
  • Performed extensive psychiatric evaluations to assess symptoms and history accurately.

Registered Nurse Psych

Infinity Hospice
Marion, MS
01.2007 - 03.2014
  • Cared for terminally ill patients.
  • Provided pain management to terminally ill patients.
  • Provided comfort and care to family members.
  • Worked within a multidisciplinary team for individualized care per patients.

Registered Nurse

Rush Foundation Hospital
08.2003 - 08.2007
  • Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers while monitoring for reactions and side effects.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create comprehensive patient care plans.
  • Provided emotional support to patients during critical health challenges.
  • Utilized critical thinking to assess clinical situations swiftly and accurately.
  • Assessed, planned, implemented, and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
  • Maintained a safe environment by strictly adhering to infection control policies.
  • Advocated for patients' rights, values, and beliefs throughout care process.
  • Evaluated intervention effectiveness through continuous assessment of patient responses.

Education

Bachelor's - Nursing

Mississippi University for Women
Columbus, MS
08.2020

Associate - nursing

Meridian Community College

Skills

  • RN and nursing skills
  • Medication administration
  • Critical care and ICU experience
  • Patient care and advocacy
  • Pain management strategies
  • Mental health assessment
  • Acute and hospital care
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Windows proficiency

Certification

  • TB certification, 03/01/18, 03/01/23
  • BLS, ACLS
  • Compact State Nurse License

Nursing Licenses

  • RN, 12/01/18, MS
  • RN

Timeline

Registered Nurse - Mental health and Psych

East MS State Hospital
11.2021 - Current

Registered Nurse - Geriatric Psych and Rehab

Anderson Regional Health System
07.2021 - 06.2024

Registered Nurse Psych

Alliance Mental Health Services
06.2014 - 10.2021

Registered Nurse Psych

Infinity Hospice
01.2007 - 03.2014

Registered Nurse

Rush Foundation Hospital
08.2003 - 08.2007

Bachelor's - Nursing

Mississippi University for Women

Associate - nursing

Meridian Community College