Stella Marie Tchamo Kondjo
Elk Grove,CA
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse with over five years of experience in psychiatric and behavioral health, transitioning from CNA to LVN to RN. Expertise includes psychotropic medication management, crisis intervention, therapeutic communication, and trauma-informed care. Demonstrated ability to excel in both acute and long-term psychiatric settings, focusing on safety, clinical knowledge, professionalism, and a commitment to patient recovery through evidence-based practices. Strong advocate for holistic approaches that promote mental wellness and resilience in patients.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
View Height Convalescent Hospital
11.2025 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive mental health assessments to evaluate patient conditions and direct treatment strategies.
- Developed individualized care plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to address patient needs.
- Administered psychotropic medications and monitored patient responses to ensure safety and effectiveness.
- Led crisis intervention sessions, employing therapeutic techniques to stabilize high-risk patients effectively.
- Collaborated with social workers and psychologists to coordinate holistic care approaches for complex cases.
- Coordinated discharge planning for patients transitioning back into their communities, ensuring continuity of care posthospitalization.
- Administered psychiatric medications accurately and safely, contributing to the stabilization of patients'' symptoms.
- Enhanced therapeutic communication skills by actively listening and empathizing with patients during their recovery process.
- Demonstrated strong crisis management skills by effectively deescalating volatile situations involving agitated patients.
- Educated families about mental health conditions and coping strategies, strengthening support systems for long-term recovery.
- Coordinated with medical and paramedical professionals to provide appropriate input and effectively formulate and implement treatment plans for patients.
- Monitored primary care needs for patients to coordinate access to appropriate providers.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Provided direct quality care to patients by monitoring, recording and evaluating psychiatric conditions.
- Administered medication and treatments to patients to observe and record responses.
- Performed patient assessments to monitor expected response to medications and altering treatment plans.
- Oversaw care of suicidal patients and acted swiftly to reduce risk of harm to themselves or others.
- Decreased the risk of patient self-harm through continuous monitoring and creating a safe environment.
- Provided compassionate care for patients experiencing mental health crises, resulting in increased patient satisfaction.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
ViewHeights Convalescent Hospital
11.2020 - Current
- Performed psychiatric intake assessments, completed admission documentation, and assisted with discharge planning and education.
- Collaborated with the MDS nurse to coordinate assessments, update care plans, and ensure accurate documentation.
- Tracked patient progress, identified clinical trends, and reported findings to management.
- Provided psychiatric nursing care for adult and geriatric patients in a locked behavioral-health setting.
- Administered oral, IM, and PRN psychotropic medications with five-rights accuracy.
- Monitored responses, side effects, and labs including Lithium, Depakote, and Clozapine (ANC).
- Managed psychiatric emergencies, suicidal precautions, and crisis interventions.
- Collaborated with psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, and interdisciplinary teams.
- Mentored junior nursing staff, providing guidance on best practices and enhancing overall team performance.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Maintained accurate medical records, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory standards in corrections healthcare.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of evidence-based nursing practices through ongoing professional development opportunities and trainings.
- Evaluated patient conditions regularly, adjusting care plans as necessary based on observations.
Field Nurse – Home Health
Care to Stay Home
01.2023 - 01.2023
- Delivered skilled home-health care including medication management and wound care.
- Coordinated with physicians and case managers for safe discharge planning.
- Provided patient and family education to support home-care success.
- Complied with applicable legal requirements for HIPAA and documentation standards.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult situations, fostering trust and open communication.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive care plans, facilitating optimal patient recovery.
- Served as a mentor to new nurses entering the field, sharing best practices and offering guidance when needed.
- Conducted regular home safety assessments to minimize fall risks and ensure a secure environment for recovery.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing -
International College of Health Sciences
Boynton Beach, FL09.2025
Vocational Nursing Program -
Homestead Schools Inc.
Torrance, CACertified Nursing Assistant Program -
Conquistador Training Academy
Long Beach, CASkills
- Psychiatric & Behavioral Health Nursing
- Psychotropic Medication Administration (Oral, IM, PRN)
- Mental Status & Risk Assessments
- Therapeutic Communication & Patient Engagement
- Behavioral Observation & Documentation
- Multidisciplinary Treatment Planning
- Patient & Family Psychoeducation
- Regulatory Compliance & Patient Rights Advocacy
- Aseptic Technique & Infection Control
- Deliver therapeutic communication to diverse patient populations
- Encourage patient participation and treatment adherence
- Follow physician orders and emergency protocols accurately
- Work effectively within multidisciplinary teams
- Respond calmly to psychiatric and medical emergencies
- Perform accurate and timely documentation
- Strong clinical judgment and autonomy in high-acuity settings
- Empathetic communicator skilled at building rapport
- Calm, focused, and effective during crises
- Dedicated to evidence-based practice and lifelong learning
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- De-escalation techniques
- Suicide risk assessment
- Stress reduction strategies
- Psychiatric assessment
- Self-harm prevention
- Medication administration
- HIPAA
- Relapse prevention
- Behavioral management
Accomplishments
- Supervision - Headed onboarding process for new nursing staff.
- Documentation - Ensured charting accuracy through precise documentation.
- Charting - Developed and organized 300+ charts for all new and current patients, routinely updating information for physician reference.
- Patient Care - Delivered compassionate care that exceeded hospital requirements. Successfully provided quality care to 130+ patients in mental health environment.
- Patient Advocacy - Explained treatment procedures, medication risks, special diets and physician instructions to patients.
- Clinical Skills - Monitored patients' respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN), California
- Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN), California
- Basic Life Support (BLS) – American Heart Association
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Registered Nurse
View Height Convalescent Hospital
11.2025 - Current
Field Nurse – Home Health
Care to Stay Home
01.2023 - 01.2023
Licensed Vocational Nurse
ViewHeights Convalescent Hospital
11.2020 - Current
Associate Degree in Nursing -
International College of Health Sciences
Vocational Nursing Program -
Homestead Schools Inc.
Certified Nursing Assistant Program -
Conquistador Training Academy
Clinical Rotations (RN Program – Florida & California)
- Cleveland Clinic Traditional & North Hospitals – ICU, ER, Med-Surg, Telemetry
- Broward Children’s Hospital – Pediatric Nursing
- Neuro Behavioral Center – Psychiatric & Behavioral Health
- Ventura Health & Rehabilitation, Abbey Delray South, Boulevard Rehabilitation Center, Barrington Terrace, Boynton Beach Rehab – Geriatric & Rehabilitative Care