SHERIN JOY
Wylie,TX
Summary
Psychiatric charge nurse having skills needed to help mental health patients make beneficial life changes. Promoting successful 13-year nursing career. Ready to tackle new nursing position helping people lead healthy, successful lives.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Behavioral Health Registered Nurse PRN
Methodist Healthcare
08.2023 - Current
- Educated patients and families on mental health conditions, treatment options, and community resources to promote informed decisionmaking.
- Advocated for patient rights within the healthcare system by maintaining confidentiality standards, addressing ethical concerns when necessary.
- Facilitated family involvement in the recovery process by offering psychoeducation sessions designed to increase understanding of the patient''s diagnosis and treatment.
- Encouraged a culture of continuous learning among colleagues by participating in professional development opportunities such as conferences, webinars, and certification programs.
- Served as a resource for nursing staff by providing ongoing education regarding behavioral health best practices and current research findings.
- Coordinated closely with case managers to ensure seamless transitions between levels of care for patients requiring additional support services upon discharge from the hospital setting.
- Implemented evidence-based interventions tailored to each patient''s unique needs, promoting optimal recovery outcomes.
- Provided crisis intervention and stabilization for acute behavioral health situations, ensuring patient safety and proper treatment implementation.
Psychiatric Charge Nurse
Perimeter Behavioral Hospital
11.2022 - Current
- Completes behavioral health assessments on patients referred for services about addiction, Alzheimer's, Dementia, PTSD, and other mental health conditions in home habitats
- Provides coping skills for patients and their caregivers dealing with grief, diagnosis and treatment, and therapy of chronic or terminal illness
- Performs behavioral health teaching with skilled medical care
- Works collaboratively with Physicians, Social Workers, and Speech, Occupational, and Physical Therapists as part of the patient treatment team
- Chart on patients care and send data promptly using an approved documentation system
- Conducts group therapy
- Performs nursing skills daily including but not limited to performing general health assessments, collecting labs and wound care
- Able to manage patient care and coordinate with other disciplines involved in the treatment team
- Provided guidance and support to new nurses during their orientation period
- Conducted performance evaluations for preceptees regularly
- Instructed preceptees on hospital policies and procedures and professional practice standards.
Medical Surgical Charge Nurse
Dallas Medical Center
10.2022 - 12.2022
- Maintained and managed in the patient database in Epic software
- Performed patient assessments, including cardiovascular, urinary catheters, respiratory, neurologic
- Aided patients with bathing, dressing, keeping personal hygiene, moving in bed, standing, and walking
- Educated patients and their families on disease processes, med/surg procedures, and medication
- Managed patient room assignments
- Assessed, checked, and documented patient vital signs and other important patient information
- Provided education to patients and families about medications, treatments, procedures, nutrition, and health promotion
- Monitored vital signs, laboratory values, and other pertinent data related to the medical condition of each patient
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members about patient care needs
- Evaluated effectiveness of nursing interventions and modified plan of care accordingly
- Provided leadership to nursing staff through delegation of tasks and direction of workflow within the unit.
RN Weekend Supervisor/WOUND CARE NURSE
Garnett Hill rehabilitation & skilled nursing care
01.2021 - 12.2022
- Ensured adherence to all relevant nursing standards
- Ensured compliance with nursing policies and procedures
- Provided psychological and emotional support to patients, family members, and staff
- Offer clinical ability in the management of medical and psychiatric emergencies
- Maintained quality assurance of nursing documentation and client records
- Managed and coordinated nurse schedule
- Collaborated with physicians in developing patient-specific treatment plans
- Responded quickly to life-threatening situations by providing proper interventions
- Ensured compliance with infection control policies and procedures
- Advised family members on the best course of action for their loved ones' healthcare needs
- Provided emotional support to families facing tough decisions about a loved one's care.
RN Staff Nurse Local Contract
Baylor Scott & White Rehab
03.2022 - 06.2022
- Handled all aspects of treatment, from medication to wound care to monitoring
- Assessed the need for, ordered, obtained, and interpreted proper lab tests
- Counseled and educated patients about health issues and wellness
- Provided effective counseling in health maintenance and disease management
- Managed care for post-operative patients through discharge
- Liaised between clients and physicians to ensure client comprehension of treatment plans
- Instructed patients and family members on proper discharge care
- Provided physical, psychological, and emotional support to patients
- Instructed patients in adaptive equipment for mobility and daily living activities
- Performed wound care procedures including dressing changes and debridement of wounds
- Conducted assessments of movement capabilities post-injury or surgery using range-of-motion exercises, balance tests, gait training
- Provided evidence-based education related to health promotion and disease prevention strategies to patients and families
- Aided with ambulation using proper assistive devices such as canes or walkers
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, ability and level-headed approaches to provide best care, support and life-saving interventions
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment.
Adjunct Faculty Health Profession Can
Collin College
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Delivered the curriculum based on skill sets as mandated by the Texas State Education Department and handled building knowledge and developing clinical skills aimed at assisting students to buy the CNA certification
- Developed schedules for clinical rotations at various facilities and schedules for clinical support staff
- Supervised students during clinical training rotations
- Supervised and trained the clinical support staff on an as-needed basis
- Mentored students in the development of their research skills and critical thinking abilities
- Provided guidance to students in the clinical setting to ensure safe patient care practices
- Advised students on academic progress, course choice, and professional goals
- Evaluated student performance through written exams, presentations, and practical demonstrations of skills
- Guided and supervised nursing students in classroom, lab, and clinical learning activities.
Rn telephonic case manager
United Health Care
03.2020 - 12.2020
- Developed patient care plans, including assessments, evaluations, and nursing diagnoses
- Submitted insurance authorization for inpatient payers
- Coordinated home care, home infusion, and durable medical equipment to reduce patient stress and wait time
- Submitted cases to physician advisors for inpatient or outpatient recommendation using InterQual guidelines
- Communicated with payers to obtain authorizations for reimbursement of services
- Arranged placement of admissions and transfers by clinical standards and guidelines
- Secured insurance authorizations for sub-acute rehabilitation or long-term care placement
- Provided telephonic health coaching and education to patients
- Developed care plans in collaboration with physicians and other healthcare providers
- Monitored patient progress, named barriers, and intervened as needed
- Maintained detailed case notes in the electronic health record system
- Assessed patient eligibility for insurance coverage and benefits
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings related to individual cases
- Educated patients on various disease processes, treatments, medications, lifestyle modifications
- Served as a liaison between patients and families and healthcare providers
- Collaborated with other professionals to assess client needs
- Tracked patient or client care and followed through to provide service effectiveness.
Registered nurse Medical & surgical oncology
Medical city Plano
06.2019 - 05.2020
- Educated patients on their diagnosis and treatment plans, providing emotional support when needed
- Aided physicians in performing medical procedures such as biopsies, chemotherapy administration, and radiation treatments
- Monitored vital signs of cancer patients during treatments, adjusting medications accordingly
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create individualized plans of care for each patient
- Performed nursing assessments and developed interventions based on the assessment findings
- Aided with pre-operative preparation and post-operative recovery of surgical oncology patients
- Maintained correct documentation of patient assessments, changes in condition, treatments administered, and progress notes in electronic health records
- Reviewed laboratory results for abnormalities and reported them to physicians for further investigation
- Fostered positive relationships with patients by responding quickly to their needs while keeping a professional demeanor
- Managed complex pain management issues using proper pharmacological interventions when necessary
- Provided guidance to family members about end-of-life decisions related to advanced stages of cancer
- Instructed newly hired nurses on policies and procedures specific to the Oncology Unit
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system
- Administered oral, IV, and intra-muscular medications and watched patient reactions.
Registered nurse med surgical & oncology
Montefiore Medical Center
04.2017 - 06.2019
- Assessed patients for signs and symptoms of medical conditions and reported changes to physicians
- Monitored vital signs, administered intravenous fluids, medications, blood transfusions, and other treatments according to physician orders
- Performed wound care including dressing changes, debridement, and irrigation; checked healing progress
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure best patient outcomes
- Administered medications under the physician while watching for side effects or adverse reactions
- Demonstrated high degree of confidentiality, positive interpersonal skills, and adaptability in fast-paced and unpredictable medical environment
- Recorded actions or behaviors of clinical significance in EMR system charts and kept physicians informed
- Coordinated and interpreted radiological scans, EKGs, and other diagnostic screenings to diagnose patient conditions
- Administered oral, IV, and intra-muscular medications and checked patient reactions
- Achieved departmental goals and aims by instituting new processes and standards for in-patient care.
Registered nurse evening supervisor
Tolstoy Nursing Foundation and Rehabilitation
03.2017 - 06.2019
- Maintained correct records of employee performance, attendance, leave requests, and disciplinary actions
- Provided staff education and training on new equipment, techniques, and processes
- Resolved conflicts among medical staff in a professional manner
- Aided in the recruitment and choice of qualified nursing personnel
- Coordinated scheduling of staff to meet departmental needs
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss treatment plans for patients
- Reviewed incident reports involving nursing staff members or patients to decide proper corrective action
- Ensured that all nursing personnel are familiar with hospital policies and regulations
- Performed regular rounds throughout the facility to see the performance of assigned staff members
- Provided guidance and mentorship to newly hired nurses or those transitioning into a new role
- Trained other nurses on patient care and daily tasks, supporting growth and professional development
- Monitored staff performance and provided coaching and formal counseling to staff
- Received and investigated complaints from families, patients, and clinical staff, devising solutions to multifaceted challenges
- Maintained records management system to process personnel information and produce reports.
Nurse Educator
Excellent Care
06.2012 - 12.2015
- Assessed student performance through observation, testing, and evaluation methods
- Organized continuing education opportunities for nurses to support professional competency standards
- Created customized lesson plans based on individual student needs, interests, and abilities
- Created a library of resources including books, journals, articles, videos, and other materials relevant to nursing education
- Developed assessments such as quizzes and exams designed to evaluate student understanding of course material
- Monitored students' progress throughout the program; provided added help when needed
- Maintained records of all teaching activities including attendance logs, evaluations forms
- Responded promptly to inquiries from students or faculty members about educational matters
- Built life-long learning skills and strong study habits in students to help each prepare for higher-level education.
Registered nurse med surgical & oncology
MAX HEALTHCARE
05.2011 - 05.2012
- Surgical and Oncology Unit
- Assessed Patient Condition
- Maintained Patient Charts and confidential Files
- Administered Chemo medications
- Taking care of patients receiving Chemotherapy, Radiation, and PCA infusions
- Initiated and supported IV access, Foley catheters, PEG, and Blood Transfusion, and helped with PRN Medications
- Analyzed client ABGs, CBC/metabolic profiles, radiological results, and ECG
- Aided physicians in performing medical procedures such as biopsies, chemotherapy administration, and radiation treatments
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create individualized plans of care for each patient
- Administered prescribed medications including chemotherapy agents and checked side effects
- Fostered positive relationships with patients by responding quickly to their needs while keeping a professional demeanor
- Provided emotional support for patients receiving physically taxing treatments
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, ability and level-headed approaches to provide best care, support and life-saving interventions
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to follow HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches
- Achieved departmental goals and aims by instituting new processes and standards for in-patient care.
Education
RN BSN - Nursing
S.S INSTITUTE OF NURSING SCIENCES, Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences
Davangere, Karnataka India2010
Skills
- Behavioral Management
- Staff Training and Development
- Mental health counseling
- Clinical Supervision
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration
- Substance abuse treatment
- Family Education
- Discharge Planning
- HIPAA Compliance
- Suicide Prevention
- Medication Management
- Referral Scheduling
- Nursing Unit Collaboration
- Patient Observation
- Active Listening
- Care Plan Evaluation
- Emergency Medical Administration
- Restraint Techniques
- Therapeutic Intervention
- Patient Relationships
- Clinical Documentation Epic, Sigma, MediTech,Point of care etc
- Psychiatric assessment
- Bipolar Disorder Management
- Psychotherapy support
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Multitasking
- Time Management
- Infection Control
- Emergency Response
- Wound Care
- Basic Life Support
- Tracheostomy Care
- Catheter Care
- Blood Transfusion Administration
- Medication and IV administration
Certification
- BLS
- ACLS
- Infection Control
- Handle with Care and SAMA certification
Timeline
Behavioral Health Registered Nurse PRN
Methodist Healthcare
08.2023 - Current
Psychiatric Charge Nurse
Perimeter Behavioral Hospital
11.2022 - Current
Medical Surgical Charge Nurse
Dallas Medical Center
10.2022 - 12.2022
RN Staff Nurse Local Contract
Baylor Scott & White Rehab
03.2022 - 06.2022
Adjunct Faculty Health Profession Can
Collin College
08.2021 - 05.2022
RN Weekend Supervisor/WOUND CARE NURSE
Garnett Hill rehabilitation & skilled nursing care
01.2021 - 12.2022
Rn telephonic case manager
United Health Care
03.2020 - 12.2020
Registered nurse Medical & surgical oncology
Medical city Plano
06.2019 - 05.2020
Registered nurse med surgical & oncology
Montefiore Medical Center
04.2017 - 06.2019
Registered nurse evening supervisor
Tolstoy Nursing Foundation and Rehabilitation
03.2017 - 06.2019
Nurse Educator
Excellent Care
06.2012 - 12.2015
Registered nurse med surgical & oncology
MAX HEALTHCARE
05.2011 - 05.2012
RN BSN - Nursing
S.S INSTITUTE OF NURSING SCIENCES, Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences
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