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Shannon Knerr

Shannon Knerr

Mentor,OH

Summary

Psychiatric healthcare professional with comprehensive experience in mental health nursing. Skilled in patient assessment, crisis intervention, and therapeutic communication. Adept at collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to provide high-quality care and achieve optimal patient outcomes. Reliable, adaptable, and focused on patient-centered care.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse

Windsor Laurelwood
02.2023 - Current
  • Managed challenging behaviors effectively through de-escalation techniques and implementation of behavior management plans.
  • Enhanced patient safety by conducting thorough assessments, identifying potential risks, and initiating appropriate interventions.
  • Provided direct quality care to patients by monitoring, recording and evaluating psychiatric conditions.
  • Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
  • Enhanced treatment efficacy by collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive mental health care.

Mental Health Technician

Saint Vincent Charity Medical Center
04.2021 - 03.2022
  • Provides for psychiatric patients activities of daily living
  • Plans and implements unit safety milieu requirements consistent with the patient’s treatment plan interventions and goals
  • Promotes an environment of healing and safety through visitor control, regular rounding, and searches as warranted in the individuals treatment plan
  • Consults with and keeps the registered nurse informed of patient’s activities, behaviors, mental conditions, reaction and statements
  • Participates in the admission process by orienting the patient to the unit, informs them of unit rules and daily expectations, and secures patient’s belongings/valuables and documents their disposition

STNA

Patrice Scott- Private Home Health Contractor
01.2018 - 09.2019
  • Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding, and ambulation
  • Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery
  • Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patient achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals
  • Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individual carry out personal tasks such as errands, dressing, and walking

STNA

Chardon Healthcare
05.2016 - 01.2017
  • Facilitated activities of daily living including personal hygiene management, feeding, and ambulation
  • Checked patients vitals signs such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar to stay on top of symptoms and keep nurses informed of change
  • Gathered dietary information, assisted with feedings, and monitored intake and output to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals
  • Answered call lights and supported patients comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment
  • Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs, and preparing assistive devices

Education

Bachelor’s - Nursing

Kent State University
Kent, OH
05.2019

Skills

  • Patient-focused care
  • Therapeutic Communication
  • Patient Documentation
  • Supporting personal needs
  • Documenting Behaviors
  • Computer skills
  • BLS certified
  • CPI certified

Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Work Location

On-Site

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Windsor Laurelwood
02.2023 - Current

Mental Health Technician

Saint Vincent Charity Medical Center
04.2021 - 03.2022

STNA

Patrice Scott- Private Home Health Contractor
01.2018 - 09.2019

STNA

Chardon Healthcare
05.2016 - 01.2017

Bachelor’s - Nursing

Kent State University

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