Rushel Teena Grant
Altamonte Springs,FL
Summary
Registered Nurse with extensive experience managing high-acuity, multisystem patients. Recognized as a DAISY Award recipient for clinical excellence and compassionate care. Pursuing advanced studies in mental health, eager to contribute to patient-centered care in acute, mental health, or telehealth settings.
Overview
1
1
Certification
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
AdventHealth Orlando
Orlando, FL
01.2024 - Current
- Perform comprehensive assessments and identify early signs of clinical deterioration.
- Monitor cardiac telemetry, vital signs, and laboratory values to guide patient care.
- Administer medications and IV therapies according to physician orders and hospital protocols.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient-centered care.
- Delivered nursing care for patients with complex multisystem conditions, ensuring safety through continuous monitoring.
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans and discharge instructions, enhancing understanding and compliance for better health outcomes.
- Supported staffing needs through float assignments across multiple acute care units, showcasing adaptability and strong clinical judgment to effectively manage diverse patient populations.
Home Health Aide / Patient Care Technician
JFS atHome
Boca Raton, FL
01.2017 - Current
- Monitored vital signs and blood glucose levels, reporting changes to ensure timely medical interventions.
- Maintained safe, supportive environment to promote patient well-being and recovery.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities to enhance comfort and independence.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
St. Thomas University
Miami, FL12-2026
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Miramar, FL12-2023
Skills
- Patient Assessment
- Medication administration
- IV Therapy
- Cardiac Telemetry Monitoring
- Cardiac telemetry interpretation
- Hemodynamic Instability Management
- Early Sepsis Recognition
- High-Acuity Interventions
- Blood Glucose Monitoring
- Wound Care
- Complex Wound Care
- Post-Operative Monitoring
- Catheter Insertion & Care
- Central Line Care
- Infusion Management
- Chest Tubes
- Drains
- Electrolyte Replacement
- Respiratory Support
- Rapid Assessment and Escalation
- Patient Education
- Mental health care planning
Affiliations
- Student Nurses' Association
- Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society Phi Pi Chapter
- National Society of Leadership and Success (NSLS)
- Unit Practice Council
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association, 03/2028
- Registered Nurse, Florida, RN9656480, 04/2025, 04/2027
- Advance Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), 3/2028
- NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
Clinical Interests
- Psychiatric assessment and diagnosis
- Psychopharmacology
- Mood and anxiety disorders
- Trauma-informed mental health care
- Community mental health
Clinical Leadership Awards
- Rapid Guide Program Participant, AdventHealth Orlando, Supported rapid response readiness and early recognition of patient deterioration. Strengthened clinical decision-making related to electrolyte imbalances and critical lab values. Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to promote patient safety.
- DAISY Award Recipient, Recognized for delivering compassionate, patient-centered nursing care and strong patient advocacy.
Critical Care Pcu Competencies
- Advanced cardiac telemetry interpretation (arrhythmias, ischemic changes)
- Hemodynamic instability management and early sepsis recognition
- High-acuity interventions: titratable drips (non-ICU), electrolyte replacement, respiratory support
- Rapid assessment and escalation during acute deterioration
- Post-operative monitoring: chest tubes, drains, complex wound care
- IV therapy, central line care, infusion management
- Strong understanding of multisystem disorders (cardiac, pulmonary, renal, endocrine)
- Collaboration with rapid response teams and emergency interventions
- Patient and family education for chronic disease management
Psychiatric Mental Health Exposure
- Conducted mental health assessments during academic and clinical training.
- Observed and participated in care for patients with mood, anxiety, and behavioral health disorders.
- Applied therapeutic communication techniques in psychiatric settings.
- Participated in developing patient-centered mental health care plans.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
AdventHealth Orlando
01.2024 - Current
Home Health Aide / Patient Care Technician
JFS atHome
01.2017 - Current
Master of Science - Nursing, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
St. Thomas University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University