SHIRRELLE JONES BAKER
Rialto,CA
Summary
Patient-focused Correctional Nurse delivers patient care in youth and adult detention facilities. Determined individual with background assessing chronic and acute conditions, mental health, and drug-induced conditions. Provides exceptional care and support to improve overall health and wellness of inmates. . Highly experienced in [ Behavioral Health & Correctional NURSING]. Patient-oriented Nurse with 30 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision, and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise with 30 YEARS OF NURSING.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Correctional Nurse
CHUCKWALLA STATE PRISON
Blythe, CA
07.2020 - Current
- Performed mental health evaluations when warranted and recommended patients to therapists.
- Complied with all security regulations within prison system and administered care in safest possible environment.
- Created and implemented care plans for prisoners suffering from chronic conditions.
- Treated variety of illnesses affecting offenders in close quarters.
Charge RN
San Bernardino Community Hospital
San Bernardino, CA
07.2010 - 09.2019
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Monitored nursing care, patient assessment processes and treatment implementations.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Administered medication and treatments to patients to observe and record responses.
- Responded to numerous volatile situations and violent outbreaks to restore safety and security of patients and staff.
- Oversaw care of suicidal patients and acted swiftly to reduce risk of harm to themselves or others.
- Provided direct quality care to patients by monitoring, recording and evaluating psychiatric conditions.
Administrative House Supervisor
RCRMC
Riverside, CA
05.2010 - 05.2015
- Administered medications subcutaneously, orally and via Im.
- Provided emergency response during shifts and when on-call.
- Reviewed clinical documentation to asses standards and quality of care.
- Oversaw lab work and testing procedures.
- Collaborated with physicians regarding patient conditions, updates and necessary care changes.
- Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Strengthened training and nursing knowledge by taking part in continuing education programs and [Type] workshops.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Reported findings to quality departments after conducting routine restraint audits and worked with team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
Psychiatric Nurse
Riverside Regional Medical Center
Riverside, CA
06.2006 - 05.2015
- Explained useful coping methods to relieve depression and anxiety.
- Performed patient assessments to monitor expected response to medications and altering treatment plans.
- Responded to numerous volatile situations and violent outbreaks to restore safety and security of patients and staff.
- Provided direct quality care to patients by monitoring, recording and evaluating psychiatric conditions.
- Administered medication and treatments to patients to observe and record responses.
- Monitored vital signs, nutritional intake and signs and symptoms of complications to report deviations to supervisor.
- Conducted therapy for mentally ill patients in group and individual settings to assist patients in achieving normalcy.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Applied nursing expertise to meet needs of psych patients in challenging behavior health environment.
- Adhered to strict safety measures by carefully determining proper dosages before administering medications.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
MARTIN LUTHER KING HOSPITAL
Compton, CA
03.1996 - 04.2004
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Exceeded department-specific productivity standards, collection targets, quality audit scores for accuracy productivity and collection standards for registrations and insurance verifications.
- Secured controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule to meet patient needs and minimize misuse opportunities.
- Delivered proper care to victims of domestic violence at urgent care clinic.
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension and other conditions.
- Oversaw delivery of care for patients on medical-surgical unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments, and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians and unit clerks.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Performed arterial cut-downs, inserted central lines and inserted endotracheal tubes as part of trauma team.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
- Led successful team comprised of RNs, LPNs and ancillary staff.
- Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
- Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage and other areas to meet typical patient loads.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
Education
Management
MANAGMENT EXCELLENCY ACADEMY
Riverside, CABSN iN NURSING
CAL STATE LA
City Of Los Angeles, CAAssociate of Science - REGISTERED NURSE
Antelope Valley College
Lancaster, CA06.1992
Associate of Arts - Nursing Science
Mt San Antonio College
Walnut, CA06.1989
Skills
- Accurate Documentation
- Critical Thinking
- Treatment Preparation
- Medical Supply Management
- Medication Administration
- Monitoring Vital Signs
- Patient Care Assessment
- Clear Patient Communication
- Procedure Assistance
- Decision Making
- Nursing Consultation
- Immunizations and Vaccinations
- Diet and Nutrition
- Care Coordination
- Attention to Detail
- Specialized Healthcare Referrals
- Preventive Healthcare
- Creative Problem Solving
- Equipment Sterilization
- Patient Examination
- Compassionate and Caring
Certification
- BCLS
Timeline
Correctional Nurse
CHUCKWALLA STATE PRISON
07.2020 - Current
Charge RN
San Bernardino Community Hospital
07.2010 - 09.2019
Administrative House Supervisor
RCRMC
05.2010 - 05.2015
Psychiatric Nurse
Riverside Regional Medical Center
06.2006 - 05.2015
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
MARTIN LUTHER KING HOSPITAL
03.1996 - 04.2004
Management
MANAGMENT EXCELLENCY ACADEMY
BSN iN NURSING
CAL STATE LA
Associate of Science - REGISTERED NURSE
Antelope Valley College
Associate of Arts - Nursing Science
Mt San Antonio College