Tasha-Gaye Brown-Hyde
North Chesterfield ,VA
Summary
I am a competent and knowledgeable Registered Nurse with over 17 years of experience in the emergency department, medical surgical unit and acute rehabilitation and psychiatric nursing. I have successfully completed all the requirements to be a nurse preceptor. I consider myself to be honest and accurate in assessing the needs of my patients. I am able to work calmly under pressure. I have been recognized for collaborating well with team members to maintain top-notch healthcare in my practices. I am willing to learn and take on new tasks in whatever work environment I am in. Nursing is a skill I enjoy and will continue to expand my knowledge in this field.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Central State Hospital
Dinwiddie, Virginia
04.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate patient treatment strategies.
- Provided crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques during psychiatric emergencies.
- Educated patients and families on mental health conditions and treatment options.
- Trained new nursing staff on hospital protocols and best practices in psychiatric care.
- Participated in staff meetings to enhance team communication and improve patient outcomes.
- Assisted with crisis intervention when needed.
- Administered medications according to physician orders.
- Assessed client responses to medication regimes and reported any adverse reactions.
- Instructed individuals on how to cope with their mental health conditions through lifestyle changes, such as diet or exercise regimens.
- Encouraged positive behavior change by reinforcing desired behaviors through reward systems.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss treatment plans and goals for each patient.
- Developed education materials about psychiatric illnesses for use by staff and clients.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
Registered Nurse
Johnston Willis Hospital
Richmond, VA
02.2021 - 04.2024
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Trained new nursing staff on best practices and hospital procedures.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
Registered Nurse
Medpro Healthcare Staffing
Sunrise, FL
09.2017 - 01.2021
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Cornwall Regional Hospital
01.2008 - 09.2017
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
- Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZGeneral Nursing Certification - Nursing
Cornwall School of Nursing
Montego Bay JamaicaSkills
- Patient Monitoring
- Medication Administration
- Accurate Documentation
- Monitoring Vital Signs
- Clear Patient Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Care Coordination
- Group therapy coordination
- Mental health evaluation
- Staff training
- Clinical supervision
- Interpersonal skills
Timeline
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Central State Hospital
04.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
Johnston Willis Hospital
02.2021 - 04.2024
Registered Nurse
Medpro Healthcare Staffing
09.2017 - 01.2021
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Cornwall Regional Hospital
01.2008 - 09.2017
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
General Nursing Certification - Nursing
Cornwall School of Nursing