Dedicated registered nurse experienced in delivering patient-centered care within interdisciplinary teams. Proficient in patient education, documentation, and crisis intervention, consistently contributing to enhanced patient experiences and health management.
Overview
1
1
Certification
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Trinity Health
Muskegon, MI
01.2024 - Current
Works in a collaborative environment to deliver excellent patient care as part of an interdisciplinary team providing evidence-based medicine and individualized patient care. Coordinated all aspects of patient visit experience to enhance satisfaction and care quality..
Familiarized with hospital and department policies and procedures, accepted methods of requisitioning ancillary department service work, and familiarity with the medical staff
Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care outcomes.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
Educated patients and families on health management and treatment protocols for improved adherence.
Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
Mental Health Worker
Trinity Health
Muskegon, MI
06.2021 - 01.2024
Participate in crisis intervention when patients are experiencing a mental-health crisis.
Identified patients needing intervention and promptly alerted RN, social worker, psychiatrist, or other appropriate professionals.
Engaged in crisis intervention during mental-health crises to ensure patient safety and support recovery.
Participate in group therapy and treatment activities and encourage patients to participate.
Document observations about patients' behavior, progress, and emotional condition.
Contributed to discharge planning by supplying treatment team with insights on patient strengths, weaknesses, needs, and progress.
Interacted with patients daily to provide emotional support and build rapport. and their families, including people who may be experiencing significant emotional or psychiatric difficulties.
Collaborated with an RN, social worker, and psychiatrist on the behavioral-health treatment team.
Transportation Security Officer
Department of Homeland Security
Muskegon, MI
05.2018 - 06.2021
Screen passengers and their belongings to detect weapons, explosives, and other prohibited items.
Operate security screening equipment, including X-ray and other detection technology.
Inspect carry-on and checked baggage when screening equipment identifies something that needs additional examination.
Perform passenger screening, which can include pat-downs and other physical screening procedures.
Identify and respond to security threats, alarms, suspicious items, and other potentially dangerous situations.
Identified and responded to security threats, alarms, and suspicious items to ensure passenger safety.
Interacted with travelers professionally, providing information and assistance while effectively managing difficult situations.
Maintained constant attention in a fast-paced environment, effectively handling alarms, crowds, and time pressures to ensure security protocols were followed.
Interact with travelers professionally, answer questions, give directions, and deal with difficult or upset passengers.