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Taylor Hirsch

Summary

Highly motivated healthcare professional with 7+ years of experience in diverse psychiatric healthcare settings. Skilled in collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes. Committed to providing compassionate and evidence-based care to diverse patient populations.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Adult Psychiatric RN (Agency)

New Hampshire State Hospital
05.2024 - Current
  • Managed care from admission to discharge.
  • Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.

Forensic Psychiatric RN (Agency)

Western State Hospital
01.2024 - 03.2024
  • Conducted comprehensive assessments of civil and forensic patients to evaluate mental health status and develop individualized care plans
  • Administered psychiatric medications and provided therapeutic interventions to manage symptoms of mental illness and maintain a safe environment
  • Monitored and documented patient behaviors, responses to treatment, and progress towards goals in accordance with facility protocols and legal requirements
  • Responded to crises and emergencies effectively, utilizing de-escalation techniques and implementing appropriate interventions to ensure the safety and well-being of patients and staff
  • Conducted thorough psychosocial assessments and maintained accurate documentation to support continuity of care and timely communication with healthcare providers
  • Administered medications, conducted assessments, and implemented treatment plans in alignment with each facility's protocols and standards
  • Managed an acute milieu appropriately in order to maintain safety for staff and patients
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members, including psychiatrists, social workers, and therapists, to ensure holistic and effective treatment plans.

Adult Psychiatric RN (Agency)

Brattleboro Retreat
06.2022 - 12.2023
  • Conducted comprehensive assessments of civil and forensic patients to evaluate mental health status and develop individualized care plans
  • Administered psychiatric medications and provided therapeutic interventions to manage symptoms of mental illness and maintain a safe environment
  • Monitored and documented patient behaviors, responses to treatment, and progress towards goals in accordance with facility protocols and legal requirements
  • Responded to crises and emergencies effectively, utilizing de-escalation techniques and implementing appropriate interventions to ensure the safety and well-being of patients and staff
  • Conducted thorough psychosocial assessments and maintained accurate documentation to support continuity of care and timely communication with healthcare providers
  • Administered medications, conducted assessments, and implemented treatment plans in alignment with each facility's protocols and standards
  • Managed an acute milieu appropriately in order to maintain safety for staff and patients
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members, including psychiatrists, social workers, and therapists, to ensure holistic and effective treatment plans.

Geriatric Psychiatric RN (Agency)

U of L Health
02.2022 - 05.2022
  • Provided comprehensive psychiatric nursing care to elderly patients with various physical and mental health disorders, including but not limited to dementia, Alzheimer's disease, and depression
  • Monitored and evaluated patient responses to medication regimens, assessed for adverse reactions, and provided education to patients and families on proper medication administration and potential side effects
  • Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability when adjusting to diverse patient populations, varying facility protocols, and rapidly changing work environments while upholding the highest standards of nursing care and professionalism.

Forensic Psychiatric RN

Mendota Mental Health Institute
05.2020 - 02.2022
  • Conducted psychiatric assessments daily and developed care plans for individuals within the criminal justice system
  • Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team to ensure the delivery of comprehensive and trauma-informed care
  • Documented patient progress, behavior observations, and treatment interventions in an accurate and timely manner
  • Maintained a therapeutic milieu that ensured staff and patient safety.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing -

Herzing University
Kenosha, WI
04.2020

Bachelor of Science in Psychology - undefined

University of Wisconsin
Whitewater, WI
05.2015

Skills

  • Milieu Management
  • Medication Administration and Evaluation
  • Discharge Planning
  • Clinical Judgment
  • Therapeutic Communication
  • Documentation
  • Crisis Management
  • Treatment Planning
  • Collaborative Approach
  • Intake Assessment
  • Culturally Competent Care

Certification

  • Registered Nurse (Compact), State of Florida: RN9648796, Expires 4/30/2025
  • Crisis Prevention Intervention, Expires 4/30/2025
  • Basic Life Support, American Heart Association, Expires 01/2026

Timeline

Adult Psychiatric RN (Agency)

New Hampshire State Hospital
05.2024 - Current

Forensic Psychiatric RN (Agency)

Western State Hospital
01.2024 - 03.2024

Adult Psychiatric RN (Agency)

Brattleboro Retreat
06.2022 - 12.2023

Geriatric Psychiatric RN (Agency)

U of L Health
02.2022 - 05.2022

Forensic Psychiatric RN

Mendota Mental Health Institute
05.2020 - 02.2022

Bachelor of Science in Nursing -

Herzing University

Bachelor of Science in Psychology - undefined

University of Wisconsin

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