Shannon Poellnitz
Toledo
Summary
Psychiatric Registered Nurse 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
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Bon Secours Mercy Health
07.2023 - Current
- 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.
- Advocated for and strived to protect patients' health, safety, and rights.
Psychiatric Licensed Practical Nurse
Northwest Ohio Psychiatric Hospital
01.2020 - 04.2023
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
Psychiatric Licensed Practical Nurse
Harbor Behavioral Health
10.2018 - 01.2020
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering positive relationships built on trust and compassion.
- Served as a liaison between patients and healthcare providers, facilitating clear communication regarding treatment plans and expectations.
- Provided direct quality care to patients by monitoring, recording and evaluating psychiatric conditions.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Evergreen Health and Rehabilitation
10.2012 - 09.2018
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nursing
Owens Community College
Toledo, OH05-2023
Practical Nursing
Toledo School of Practical Nursing
Toledo, OH06-2012
Skills
- Behavioral Health Evaluation
- Patient Care Proficiency
- Clinical Record Management
- Thorough Clinical Assessments
Timeline
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Bon Secours Mercy Health
07.2023 - Current
Psychiatric Licensed Practical Nurse
Northwest Ohio Psychiatric Hospital
01.2020 - 04.2023
Psychiatric Licensed Practical Nurse
Harbor Behavioral Health
10.2018 - 01.2020
Licensed Practical Nurse
Evergreen Health and Rehabilitation
10.2012 - 09.2018
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nursing
Owens Community College
Practical Nursing
Toledo School of Practical Nursing
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