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Patricia Laseur
Nurse
Minneapolis,MN
Work Preference
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Registered Nurse
Amery Behavioral Health
Amery, WI
2023.09 - Current
- Utilizes detailed processes to assess the physical and mental health needs of the patient, which provides a framework from which patient care is planned.
- Contributes to the development of an individualized treatment plan in collaboration with the inter-disciplinary team providing a comprehensive plan of care.
- Facilitates therapeutic communication, conflict resolution, and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain and improve coping abilities.
- Administers medications according to a policy used for the management of behavioral patients with knowledge of actions, contraindications, side effects, and desired outcomes.
- Evaluates the effectiveness of the nursing interventions in meeting the identified emotional, psychological, and physical needs, making revisions based on these outcomes.
Registered Nurse
Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation
Center City, MN
2017.05 - 2023.03
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Reviewed medical records to ensure accuracy of documentation.
- Communicated with patient regarding recommended follow-up and ensure understanding.
- Utilized nursing judgment and critical thinking skills regarding issues that may affect safe and efficient job performance to make medical determinations.
- Provided comprehensive mental/behavioral health to a complex patient population in an inpatient setting.
- Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing the chance of symptom reoccurrence.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions meet treatment goals.
Registered Nurse
Acadia Vermilion Hospital
Lafayette, LA
2016.05 - 2017.03
- Performed ongoing assessments to evaluate mental health needs, working with a multidisciplinary team to develop, initiate, manage, and modify individualized care plans.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to the unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Educated patients about medical conditions and mental health, medications, treatments, and preventive measures.
- Determined patient risk by utilizing subjective and objective data obtained through patient interaction.
Corrections Nurse
Olympic Medical Center
Port Angeles, WA
2007.03 - 2010.04
- Created and implemented care plans for prisoners suffering from chronic conditions, including diabetes, arthritis, COPD, and substance use disorders.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement, and enhance treatment strategies.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Educated patients and answered questions about health conditions, prognosis, and treatment.
- Demonstrated ability to advocate for and strive to protect patient's health, safety, and rights.
Registered Nurse
Rienstra Clinic
Port Townsend, WA
2006.12 - 2007.03
- Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications, and follow-up care.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions, and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Explained the course of care and medications, including side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
Registered Nurse
Ramsey County Detox Center
St. Paul, MN
2001.02 - 2006.10
- Performed triage on all incoming patients and determined the severity of substance use, injuries and illnesses.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plans.
- Provided skilled, timely, emergency response to critically ill patients.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting the safety and security of the unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude, and excellent customer service.
Education
Bachelor of Science - NURSING
University of Saint Catherine
Saint Paul, MN 2018.01 - 2020.10
Skills
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
- Care plan development
- Team coordination
- Intake and discharge
- Acute care expertise
- Mental health nursing
Certification
- Licensed Registered Nurse
- BLS
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
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afternoon
evening
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Software
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Amery Behavioral Health
2023.09 - Current
Bachelor of Science - NURSING
University of Saint Catherine
2018.01 - 2020.10
Registered Nurse
Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation
2017.05 - 2023.03
Registered Nurse
Acadia Vermilion Hospital
2016.05 - 2017.03
Corrections Nurse
Olympic Medical Center
2007.03 - 2010.04
Registered Nurse
Rienstra Clinic
2006.12 - 2007.03
Registered Nurse
Ramsey County Detox Center
2001.02 - 2006.10