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Safeeyah Davis

Allentown,PA

Summary

Professional objective is to become an integral part of a progressive healthcare organization that will utilize my knowledge, skill set, and experience in a manner which will effectively contribute to the improvement and promotion of a patient's health and well-being. I am a patient-focused Behavioral Health Nurse with 3 years of experience working with psychiatric patients. I am a thorough, detail-oriented team player comfortable working in challenging environments, including psychiatric wards with the ability to compassionately care for difficult patients with respect, humility and honesty.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse, Behavioral Health

St. Lukes University Health Network
10.2021 - Current
  • Performed patient assessments to monitor expected response to medications and altering treatment plans.
  • Explained useful coping methods to relieve depression and anxiety.
  • Coordinated with medical and paramedical professionals to provide appropriate input and effectively formulate and implement treatment plans for patients.
  • Provided direct quality care to patients by monitoring, recording and evaluating psychiatric conditions.
  • Responded to numerous volatile situations and violent outbreaks to restore safety and security of patients and staff.
  • Administered medication and treatments to patients to observe and record responses.
  • Oversaw care of suicidal patients and acted swiftly to reduce risk of harm to themselves or others.

Clinical Experience - PMHNP Student

St. Luke's Lehighton & Luzerne County Corrections
08.2023 - 11.2023

St. Lukes Lehighton - 200 hrs

Luzerne County Correction - 50 hrs

Clinical Experience - PMHNP Student

St. Luke's Adolescent BH & Lehigh Valley Muhl.
01.2024 - 04.2024

St. Lukes Adolescents - 50 hrs

Lehigh Valley Adult BH unit - 200 hrs

Registered Nurse Supervisor

Luzerne County Correctional Facility
07.2020 - 10.2021

Review intakes and determine need for appropriate referrals. Assess suicide risks and initiate watches if necessary. Conduct history and physical assessments. Respond to emergencies and address sick calls.

  • Maximized team performance by monitoring nursing care, including patient assessment processes and treatment implementations.
  • Performed standard nursing duties such as drawing blood and physical well check examinations.
  • Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.

Registered Nurse

Geisinger Community Medical Center
06.2018 - 07.2020

Registered Nurse

Bayada Home Health
11.2018 - 05.2020

Registered Nurse

Kingston Public Hospital
02.2011 - 04.2017

Education

Master of Science - Mental Health Nursing

Wilkes University
Wilkes-barre, PA
04.2024

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of The West Indies
Jamaica
10.2011

Skills

  • Mental Status Examination
  • Suicide Risk Assessment
  • Team Building
  • Intravenous therapy
  • Patient and family advocacy
  • Preventative health
  • Infection control and aseptic procedures
  • Emotional intelligence
  • Personal care needs
  • Patient assessments
  • Proper catheter insertion/removal
  • Ear, nose and throat care
  • Tracheostomy care
  • Administering immunizations
  • Foley catheters
  • Feeding assistance
  • Physical assessments
  • Medication Administration
  • Oxygen saturation standards
  • Diabetes and nutrition education
  • Charting and clinical documentation
  • Chronic disease management
  • Family education
  • Direct patient care
  • Performing EKGs
  • Professional bedside manner
  • Chest pain management
  • Lab result interpretation
  • Phlebotomy

Certification

  • Bachelor's of Science degree in Nursing
  • Registered Nurse in Pennsylvania, License number RN706754
  • BLS certified

Timeline

Clinical Experience - PMHNP Student

St. Luke's Adolescent BH & Lehigh Valley Muhl.
01.2024 - 04.2024

Clinical Experience - PMHNP Student

St. Luke's Lehighton & Luzerne County Corrections
08.2023 - 11.2023

Registered Nurse, Behavioral Health

St. Lukes University Health Network
10.2021 - Current

Registered Nurse Supervisor

Luzerne County Correctional Facility
07.2020 - 10.2021

Registered Nurse

Bayada Home Health
11.2018 - 05.2020

Registered Nurse

Geisinger Community Medical Center
06.2018 - 07.2020

Registered Nurse

Kingston Public Hospital
02.2011 - 04.2017

Master of Science - Mental Health Nursing

Wilkes University

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of The West Indies
Safeeyah Davis