Timothy Etonde
Fargo,ND
Summary
Compassionate Mental Health Nurse with extensive hands-on experience in delivering quality patient care and implementing effective treatment plans for individuals facing mental health challenges. Proven track record in enhancing patient outcomes through clinical expertise, crisis management, and therapeutic interventions in high-pressure settings. Proficient in managing medication protocols, updating patient charts, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal care delivery. Committed to continuous professional development and improving mental health services.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Primary Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Practicum
Saint Sophie's Psychiatric Center
Fargo, ND
01.2024 - 12.2024
- Provided psychiatric evaluation and medication management to patients in an outpatient setting.
- Reviewed and interpreted diagnostic and laboratory tests.
- Collaborated closely with psychiatrists or other professionals to discuss unusual or complex cases.
- Cultivated relationships with patients, discussing ways to help improve overall health while alleviating self-harm practices.
- Referred patients to psychiatrists, primary care physicians, or other medical specialists for more specialized treatment.
- Diagnosed psychiatric disorders and mental health conditions through careful assessments.
- Discussed non-medical techniques such as yoga and meditation to help patients alleviate depression and anxiety.
- Advised and educated patients and families on mental health and medical conditions, medications, or treatment plans.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation of assessments, treatments, and progress notes.
- Performed comprehensive assessments using tools such as the MMPI-2, DSM-5 criteria.
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Sanford Medical Center
Fargo, ND
06.2021 - Current
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Updated physicians on patient test results and assisted in developing care plans.
- Administered blood and blood product transfusions, along with intravenous infusions, to manage patient symptoms or address underlying conditions.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Monitored and recorded the patient's condition, vital signs, recovery progress, and medication side effects.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages, and documented patient conditions.
- Treated patients suffering from chronic and acute asthma, seizure disorders, and pneumonia.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- I prioritized nursing tasks and assignments while accurately reporting the patients' status.
- Conducted psychosocial assessments to determine appropriate interventions.
- Performed physical and mental assessments of psychiatric patients.
- Provided emotional support to family members of psychiatric patients during difficult times.
Registered Nurse
Essential Health Center
Fargo, ND
10.2022 - 08.2024
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
Registered Nurse
CHI Mercy Hospital
Valley City, ND
05.2022 - 10.2022
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
Registered Nurse
Unity medical Center
Grafton, ND
01.2022 - 04.2022
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Participated in bedside reporting and handoff at change of shift and for patient transfers.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Updated physicians on patient test results and assisted in developing care plans.
- Performed blood and blood product transfusions and intravenous infusions to address patient symptoms or underlying causes.
- Documented nursing intervention and patient and family responses accurately and in compliance with hospital policies.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress, and medication side effects.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages, and documented patient conditions.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
Registered Nurse
Northwood deaconess health center
Northwood, ND
10.2020 - 06.2021
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care to deliver comprehensive services.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Cared for patients in recovery from medical procedures by caring for wounds, monitoring vitals and managing pain.
- Immunized patients against influenza and pneumonia to protect vulnerable populations from serious illnesses.
- Communicated with primary care physicians or emergency care providers to relay patient needs.
- Administered palliative care in outpatient settings ranging from assessment to development and implementation of care plans.
- Set up trays, supplies and sterile fields for office procedures.
- Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.
Registered Nurse
Red River Behavioral Health LLC
Grand Forks, ND
02.2020 - 09.2020
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Educated patients and families on treatment strategies and at-home care.
- Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
- Immunized patients against diseases such as influenza and pneumonia to protect vulnerable populations from serious illnesses.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate efficient movements and related paperwork.
- Delivered high-quality and compassionate treatment to all patients.
- Assessed patients in active drug and alcohol withdrawal and provided interventions to manage physical and psychological withdrawal symptoms.
- Promoted healthy lifestyle choices to reduce re-emergence of painful or dangerous symptoms.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
Education
Doctor of Nursing Practice - PMHNP
Maryville University of Saint Louis
St. Louis, MO12-2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of North Dakota
Grand Forks, ND12.2019
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Northland Community And Technical College
Thief River Falls, MN05.2017
Skills
- Clinical decision making
- Therapeutic communication
- Psychiatric assessment
- Substance abuse treatment
- Child and adolescent psychiatry
- Collaborative care
- Diagnostic evaluation
- Suicide risk assessment
- Psychiatric and mental health care
- Psychiatric medication
Certification
- CPR certified through the American Heart Association
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification [2023 to present]
- First Aid/CPR
- ACLs
- NHISS
- Registered Nurse in the State of North Dakota, License number R48834
Timeline
Primary Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Practicum
Saint Sophie's Psychiatric Center
01.2024 - 12.2024
Registered Nurse
Essential Health Center
10.2022 - 08.2024
Registered Nurse
CHI Mercy Hospital
05.2022 - 10.2022
Registered Nurse
Unity medical Center
01.2022 - 04.2022
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Sanford Medical Center
06.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse
Northwood deaconess health center
10.2020 - 06.2021
Registered Nurse
Red River Behavioral Health LLC
02.2020 - 09.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of North Dakota
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Northland Community And Technical College
- CPR certified through the American Heart Association
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification [2023 to present]
- First Aid/CPR
- ACLs
- NHISS
- Registered Nurse in the State of North Dakota, License number R48834
Doctor of Nursing Practice - PMHNP
Maryville University of Saint Louis
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