Paul Rahaniotis
Sound Beach
Summary
Dynamic RN with extensive leadership experience in mental health nursing and detox rehabilitation. Proven ability to develop comprehensive patient care plans and enhance team collaboration to achieve quality improvement in patient outcomes.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
Work History
RN Staff Nurse
Northwell Mather Hospital
Port Jefferson
02.2016 - Current
- Responsible for a 30-bed inpatient psychiatric rehab unit.
- Responsible for a 10-bed inpatient adolescent unit.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive patient care plans.
- Conducted thorough assessments of patient conditions to identify changes in health status.
- Educated patients on post-discharge care and medication management.
- Monitored and documented patient progress and response to treatments regularly.
- Facilitated patient education sessions to promote health awareness and disease prevention.
- Provided compassionate care to patients, addressing their physical and emotional needs.
RN Detox & Rehab
Fastaff Travel Nursing
Greenport
12.2022 - 06.2023
- Identify withdrawal risks (seizures, delirium tremens, respiratory depression).
- Review current medications, allergies, prior detox attempts, and overdose history.
- Conduct scheduled and PRN withdrawal scales: Alcohol (CIWA), Opioids (COWS), Benzodiazepines (CIWA-B).
- Administer detox protocols per provider orders: Alcohol (benzodiazepines, thiamine, folate, magnesium). Opioids (buprenorphine, methadone, clonidine, antiemetics). Benzo taper (long-acting benzodiazepines).
- Perform mental status exams (MSEs).
- Educate on withdrawal symptoms and timelines.
- Educate on medication purpose and safety, and the importance of continuing treatment after detox.
- Collaborate with physicians, counselors, therapists, and case managers.
RN Staff Nurse
VA Northport Medical Center
East Northport
06.2021 - 11.2022
- Responsible for a 30-bed inpatient psychiatric rehab unit.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive patient care plans.
- Conducted thorough assessments of patient conditions to identify changes in health status.
- Educated patients on post-discharge care and medication management.
- Monitored and documented patient progress and response to treatments regularly.
- Facilitated patient education sessions to promote health awareness and disease prevention.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance nursing practices and patient outcomes.
- Provided direct patient care, including administering medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Evaluated effectiveness of patient care interventions and recommended adjustments as needed.
Adjunct Clinical Professor
Stony Brook University
Stony Brook
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Mentored students in developing clinical skills through individual supervision sessions.
- Conducted thorough evaluations of student performance to ensure academic standards were met.
- Reviewed and updated assessment methods to align with best practices in education.
- Frequently provided educational lectures to students. Delivered comprehensive clinical instruction to over 8 students on the psychiatric population.
- Assessed students' knowledge and skills through assignments and exams.
CPEP Day Supervisor
Stony Brook University Hospital
Stony Brook
11.2011 - 05.2021
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure a consistent workflow.
- Ensured that proper care was being rendered and utilized de-escalation techniques in order to prevent crisis situations or restraints.
- Competent in performance evaluations and competencies for all subordinate staff.
- Responsible for staffing schedules, as well as the approval of all employee payroll time sheets.
- Educated patients on the therapeutic effects of psychotropic medications and monitored for any adverse effects.
- Monitored and educated nursing students and externs on proper care procedures and prioritization strategies.
- PMCS trained in the de-escalation of labile patients who are in crisis.
- Conducted medication education groups for our psychiatric patient population.
Risk Management Specialist
Pilgrim Psychiatric Center
Brentwood
11.2009 - 11.2011
- Investigated unexpected deaths, assaults, and injuries of patients.
- Investigated incidents involving patient abuse and neglect by staff. Investigations included death or serious injury to patients under suspicious or unexplained circumstances.
- Prepared a final investigative report and presented the findings to an Incident Oversight Committee (IOC). Advised management in its pursuit of follow-up actions, such as employee discipline.
- Reviewed incident reports, and I am familiar with the New York State Incident Management and Reporting System (NIMRS) and the Justice Center.
- Experienced in completing a SAFE Act report for individuals who are likely to engage in conduct that could result in serious harm to themselves or others.
- Investigated allegations to check validity, and recommended actions to minimize risk.
RN Staff Nurse
Pilgrim Psychiatric Center
Brentwood
06.2007 - 11.2009
- Responsible for a 28-bed inpatient psychiatric rehab unit.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive patient care plans.
- Conducted thorough assessments of patient conditions to identify changes in health status.
- Monitored and documented patient progress and response to treatments regularly.
- Provided compassionate care to patients, addressing their physical and emotional needs.
- Provided direct patient care, including administering medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Provided emotional support to patients dealing with serious illness or injury.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to develop individualized care plans for each patient.
- Responded to psychiatric emergencies and assisted as needed to de-escalate crisis situations, utilizing PMCS techniques.
RN Supervisor
Nesconset Nursing Center and Rehabiliation
Nesconset
09.2000 - 06.2007
- Supervised for a 240-bed long-term/sub-acute care facility.
- Responsible for staffing and maneuvering staff based on acuity.
- Performed employee evaluations, responded, and was in charge of emergency situations (e.g., falls, rapid response, CODE Blue).
- Inserted IVs for hydration and antibiotic therapy, as well as completing the transfer packet when a patient necessitated being transferred to the Medical ED.
- Partnered with organizational and unit leaders to devise QA/QI initiatives, continuously improving the delivery of care, patient outcomes, and overall services.
- Worked with management to identify and implement initiatives to increase nursing staff retention, morale, and satisfaction.
Education
Master of Science - PMHNP
SUNY Polytechnic Institute
Utica, NY12-2025
Master of Science - AGNP
Stony Brook University
Stony Brook, NY05-2013
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Stony Brook University
Stony Brook, NY05-2010
Associate of Science - Nursing (RN)
Suffolk County Community College
Selden, NY05-2000
Skills
- Leadership
- Mental health nursing
- Detox and rehab skills
- Education, training, and development
- Patient and family education
- PMCS trained
- Sigma Theta Tau Kappa Gamma Honor Society
- Student precepting
- Heartsaver first aid CPR AED
- Quality improvement
- Medication management
- Team collaboration
- Crisis intervention
- Care coordination
Certification
John Jay College investigative interview training Certificate of Completion
Timeline
RN Detox & Rehab
Fastaff Travel Nursing
12.2022 - 06.2023
Adjunct Clinical Professor
Stony Brook University
08.2021 - 05.2022
RN Staff Nurse
VA Northport Medical Center
06.2021 - 11.2022
RN Staff Nurse
Northwell Mather Hospital
02.2016 - Current
CPEP Day Supervisor
Stony Brook University Hospital
11.2011 - 05.2021
Risk Management Specialist
Pilgrim Psychiatric Center
11.2009 - 11.2011
RN Staff Nurse
Pilgrim Psychiatric Center
06.2007 - 11.2009
RN Supervisor
Nesconset Nursing Center and Rehabiliation
09.2000 - 06.2007
Master of Science - PMHNP
SUNY Polytechnic Institute
Master of Science - AGNP
Stony Brook University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Stony Brook University
Associate of Science - Nursing (RN)
Suffolk County Community College