Chece Walter
7133 Lemur Landing Way, Sparks
Summary
- Dynamic Psychiatric Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Saint Mary's Regional Medical Center Behavioral Health Unit, and Northern Nevada Adult Mental Health Services. Excelling in crisis intervention and therapeutic communication. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure a REMOTE Psychiatric nurse position. Ready to help the team in achieving company goals.
- Proven ability to enhance patient safety and satisfaction through effective medication administration and compassionate care. Skilled in mental health evaluation and collaboration, fostering a supportive environment for diverse patient populations.
- Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
- Tech-savvy innovator with hands-on experience in emerging technologies and passion for continuous improvement. Skilled in identifying opportunities for technological enhancements and implementing effective solutions. Adept at leveraging new tools and methods to solve problems and enhance productivity. Excels in adapting to fast-paced environments and driving technological advancements.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Northern Nevada Adult Mental Health Services
11.2022 - Current
- Responded to numerous volatile situations and violent outbreaks to restore safety and security of patients and staff.
- Built trust with patients from various cultural backgrounds through culturally competent care practices tailored to individual needs.
- Ensured patient safety by closely monitoring behaviors, administering medications as prescribed, and intervening during incidents of aggression or self-harm.
- Oversaw care of suicidal patients and acted swiftly to reduce risk of harm to themselves or others.
- Collaborated proactively with psychiatrists to adjust treatment plans based on observed changes in symptoms or behavior patterns among patients.
- Demonstrated adaptability by providing coverage in various psychiatric units as needed, maintaining high standards of care across diverse patient populations.
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Saint Mary's Regional Medical Center
03.2022 - 08.2024
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Promoted a therapeutic environment by establishing rapport, maintaining boundaries, and fostering open communication with patients and families.
- Administered medication and treatments to patients to observe and record responses.
- Explained useful coping methods to relieve depression and anxiety.
- Enhanced treatment efficacy by collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive mental health care.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions for diverse populations addressing issues such as coping skills, anger management, substance abuse recovery, and relapse prevention.
- Optimized clinical decision-making by conducting thorough psychosocial assessments upon admission and throughout patients'' stays.
- Conducted therapy for mentally ill patients in group and individual settings to assist patients in achieving normalcy.
- Contributed to improved team morale by demonstrating a positive attitude, supporting colleagues during challenging situations, and celebrating shared successes.
- Monitored vital signs, nutritional intake and signs and symptoms of complications to report deviations to supervisor.
- Streamlined medication administration processes, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of medications to patients while minimizing risk for medication errors.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications.
- Increased patient satisfaction scores by actively listening to concerns, addressing needs, and providing empathetic support during crisis situations.
- Coordinated with medical and paramedical professionals to provide appropriate input and effectively formulate and implement treatment plans for patients.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
Mental Health Technician
Saint Mary's Regional Medical Center
11.2020 - 03.2022
- Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being.
- Helped patients with meals, activities of daily living (ADLs) and facility transfers to promote security and patient well-being.
- Provided crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques for patients experiencing emotional distress or exhibiting aggressive behaviors.
- Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.
- Observed patient behaviors and mental status and notified RN of unusual or potentially dangerous occurrences.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients to create safe and supportive environment.
- Assisted with patient restraint and seclusion scenarios to create safe environment for patient and medical personnel.
- Identified behaviors that necessitated intervention and obtained assistance from qualified personnel to complete intervention.
- Assisted individuals with daily living activities such as grooming, meal preparation, or mobility when necessary.
- Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate care and support during their mental health journey.
- Promoted a safe, therapeutic environment by enforcing facility policies and maintaining patient confidentiality at all times.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions to help clients develop coping strategies and social skills.
- Improved patient safety with continuous observation and timely intervention.
- Managed crisis situations effectively, ensuring safety of all involved.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety protocols, maintaining safe environment for patients and staff.
- Utilized de-escalation techniques effectively, reducing instances of patient agitation.
- Enhanced therapeutic environment by maintaining clean and organized patient area.
- Provided emotional support to patients, helping them cope with mental health challenges.
- Supported patients in daily activities, promoting independence and skill-building.
- Supported patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
Mental Health Technician
Westhills Behavioral Health Hospital
04.2018 - 08.2020
- Enhanced patient well-being by providing compassionate care and monitoring mental health status.
- Managed crisis situations effectively, ensuring safety of all involved.
- Delivered compassionate patient care, focusing on safety, comfort and emotional support.
- Took patient blood pressure and pulse rate, reporting findings in health charts.
- Supported patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Monitored patient behavior and immediately reported changes to Registered nurses.
- Maintained patient records, documenting changes in patient condition.
- Organized recreational activities to assist in patient recovery.
- Treated clients and families with respect and dignity.
- Assisted in development of therapeutic activities for patients.
- Participated in patient education, helping to reinforce concepts and treatment plans.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Leyte College
Bonifacio St. Ormoc, City Philippines04-2016
Skills
- Mental health evaluation
- Direct patient care
- Clinical documentation
- Patient assessments
- Medication administration
- Crisis intervention
- Suicide prevention
- De-escalation techniques
- Safety planning
- Therapeutic communication
- Nursing care
- Nonviolent crisis intervention (NVCI)
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
Certification
- BLS - Basic Life Support.
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support.
- CPI - Crisis Prevention Institute.
- SANE ( Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner)- Continuing education in progressing.
Languages
English
Professional Working
Interests
- Outdoor Recreation
- Gardening
- Playing Sports
- Dancing
- I enjoy cooking for friends and family gatherings
- Growing herbs, vegetables, or fruits in home gardens
- I like trying new recipes and food trends
- Enjoy experimenting with different ingredients and flavors in the kitchen
Software
Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Work Preference
Work Type
Part TimeFull TimeWork Location
RemoteImportant To Me
Flexible work hoursWork from home optionCareer advancementWork-life balanceTimeline
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Northern Nevada Adult Mental Health Services
11.2022 - Current
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Saint Mary's Regional Medical Center
03.2022 - 08.2024
Mental Health Technician
Saint Mary's Regional Medical Center
11.2020 - 03.2022
Mental Health Technician
Westhills Behavioral Health Hospital
04.2018 - 08.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Leyte College
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