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Patrick Machuki

Surprise,United States

Summary

APRN with extensive experience in psychiatric and behavioral health nursing, focused on enhancing patient care and outcomes. Expertise in acute psychiatric care, therapeutic communication, and medication management. Proven track record in crisis intervention and creating safe recovery environments. Committed to team collaboration and a holistic, patient-centered approach.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Psych Registered Nurse

The Meadows
Wickenburg, AZ
03.2025 - Current
  • Promoted patient safety through environmental awareness and patient care practices.
  • Communicated patient safety concerns swiftly and effectively.
  • Collaborated with treatment team to address patient needs.
  • Implemented nursing care plans per physician orders and facility policies.
  • Administered medications safely, adhering to best practices.
  • Educated patients on new medications and addressed inquiries.
  • Interacted professionally with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
  • Ensured timely, accurate documentation of medical records and reports.

Registered Nurse

Copper Springs Mental Health Clinic
08.2024 - Current
  • NetCE uses a rigorous peer review process to ensure that all activities and content are up-to-date
  • This service streamlines continuing education for all NaphCare Employees to meet state specific requirements for maintaining licensing
  • Perform and document all patient history and vital signs, mental health screenings and/or evaluations
  • Respond to and initiate care for medical and mental health emergencies
  • Assist with daily triage/sick call, minor medical/surgical procedures, patient assessments, examinations and/or treatment
  • Initiate and document prescribed protocol agreement

Registered Nurse (RN) - Adult Psych, Court Ordered Treatment (COT)

St. Luke's Behavioral Health Center
Phoenix, United States
04.2023 - 08.2024
  • Performs nursing duties in assigned department
  • Provides direct and indirect patient care
  • Supervises LPNs and non-licensed personnel in the psychiatric acute care setting
  • Communicates with coordinator, physicians, charge nurse and co-workers as appropriate about changes in the patient’s clinical condition including results of diagnostic studies and symptomatology

Psychiatric Registered Nurse (RN), (PRN)

Arizona State Hospital
Phoenix, United States
02.2023 - 07.2024
  • Providing professional and skilled nursing care for patients in collaboration the physician and other disciplines
  • Performing all aspects of patient care including continuous improvement of the patient’s experience, clinical outcomes, and promoting a healthy work environment
  • Providing direct psychiatric and medical nursing care to patients; attending group activities, assisting patients with activities of daily living; and observing of behavior and physical status
  • Transcribing doctor’s orders, medication and chart review, administering medication and treatments, counting accountable medication, assisting doctor in sick call with nursing input

Psych RN, After Hours

Valle del Sol
07.2021 - 03.2023
  • Conducted health assessments, and maintained quality record-keeping/documentation.
  • Coordinate with after hours on call provider for any PCP or Psychiatric needs
  • Dispense Long acting injectables
  • General health assessment and education of clients
  • Responding to emergencies and crisis in an appropriate manner.

Charge Registered Nurse (RN)

South Mountain Post-Acute
Phoenix, United States
01.2020 - 07.2021
  • Admit, transfer, and discharge residents as appropriate.
  • Administer services within the applicable scope of nursing practice, which may include: catheterization, tube feedings, suction, applying and changing dressings/bandages, packs, colostomy, and drainage bags, taking blood, giving massages and range of motion exercises, care for the dead/dying, etc., as appropriate and in accordance with applicable standards.
  • Use restraints when appropriate and in accordance with established policies and procedures.
  • Make rounds with physicians as appropriate.
  • Requisition and arrange for diagnostic and therapeutic services, as ordered by the physician, and in accordance with established procedures.
  • Consult with the resident’s physician in providing the resident’s care, treatment, rehabilitation, etc., as appropriate.
  • Cooperate with and coordinate social and activity programs with nursing service schedules.

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Acacia Health Center at Sagewood
03.2019 - 08.2020
  • Worked in a skilled nursing unit during the night shift.

Behavioral Health Technician

Foundation for Senior Adult Living Inc.
Phoenix, United States
01.2016 - 09.2018
  • Served individuals with mental illness in a 24/7 Assisted Group Living Treatment Facility.

Education

Master of Science - Nursing

Wilkes University
Wilkes-barre, PA
05-2025

Bachelor of Science - Nursing (RN-BSN)

United States University
San Diego, CA
10-2022

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing (ADN) - RN

Gateway Community College
Phoenix, AZ
12-2020

Fast Track Practical Nursing - LPN

Gateway Community College
Phoenix, Arizona
08.2018

Skills

  • Nursing care plans
  • Crisis intervention
  • Patient assessment
  • Team collaboration
  • Electronic health records
  • Medication administration
  • Co-occurring disorders management
  • Anxiety reduction strategies
  • Suicide risk assessment
  • Individual therapy sessions
  • Mental health evaluation
  • Depression management
  • Bipolar disorder treatment
  • Geriatric psychiatry
  • Psychiatric medication administration
  • Post-traumatic stress disorder care
  • Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder support
  • Substance abuse treatment
  • Autism spectrum
  • Behavioral assessment
  • Personality disorders
  • Schizophrenia management
  • Eating disorder treatment
  • Recovery support
  • Psychopharmacology
  • Client education
  • Treatment Planning
  • Psychiatric diagnosis
  • Multidisciplinary collaboration
  • Nursing care

Professional References

Available upon request.

Certification

PMHNP-BC through ANCC

Timeline

Psych Registered Nurse

The Meadows
03.2025 - Current

Registered Nurse

Copper Springs Mental Health Clinic
08.2024 - Current

Registered Nurse (RN) - Adult Psych, Court Ordered Treatment (COT)

St. Luke's Behavioral Health Center
04.2023 - 08.2024

Psychiatric Registered Nurse (RN), (PRN)

Arizona State Hospital
02.2023 - 07.2024

Psych RN, After Hours

Valle del Sol
07.2021 - 03.2023

Charge Registered Nurse (RN)

South Mountain Post-Acute
01.2020 - 07.2021

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Acacia Health Center at Sagewood
03.2019 - 08.2020

Behavioral Health Technician

Foundation for Senior Adult Living Inc.
01.2016 - 09.2018

Master of Science - Nursing

Wilkes University

Bachelor of Science - Nursing (RN-BSN)

United States University

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing (ADN) - RN

Gateway Community College

Fast Track Practical Nursing - LPN

Gateway Community College

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