Taylor Burns
St Louis,MO
Summary
Licensed Practical Nurse seeking a Behavioral Health role in a structured inpatient setting where safety, therapeutic communication, and patient-centered care are prioritized. Motivated to support individuals in acute psychological distress through vigilant observation, timely reporting of clinical changes, and calm, respectful interactions that promote stabilization and dignity. Committed to ethical practice and collaborative care consistent with professional nursing standards.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Behavioral Health Technician
St. Luke's Hospital
Chesterfield, MO
02.2022 - 09.2025
- Monitored patients in locked inpatient psychiatric unit and documented behavioral and mental status changes
- Implemented individualized safety and behavioral support interventions under nursing direction
- Facilitated structured therapeutic groups reinforcing coping and emotional regulation skills
- Maintained therapeutic milieu through consistent structure, boundaries, and safety monitoring
Patient Care Technician, Emergency Department
Mercy Hospital South
St Louis, MO
11.2020 - 03.2025
- Maintained continuous 1:1 suicide and behavioral risk observation in high-acuity emergency setting
- Monitored mental status and physiological indicators; escalated changes through established clinical protocols
- Implemented environmental safety and de-escalation measures to reduce agitation and prevent harm
- Documented real-time observations to support clinical assessment and care continuity
Education
Licensed Practical Nurse
Applied Technology
Florissant, MO03.2026
Associate in Human Services -
St. Louis Community College
St Louis, MO05.2024
Skills
- CPI Nonviolent Crisis Intervention
- Mandt Relational Crisis Intervention
- SAFE-T Suicide Assessment Framework
- Trauma-Informed Care (SAMHSA)
- Psychological First Aid (WHO/Red Cross)
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS), AHA
- IV Therapy Certification
- NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) Certification
- Telemetry Monitoring Certification
Languages
English
Spanish
Timeline
Behavioral Health Technician
St. Luke's Hospital
02.2022 - 09.2025
Patient Care Technician, Emergency Department
Mercy Hospital South
11.2020 - 03.2025
Licensed Practical Nurse
Applied Technology
Associate in Human Services -
St. Louis Community College