Treka Rideau
Gonzales,LA
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated medical professional with 13 years of hands-on expertise in the field of nursing. Committed to providing all patients with outstanding care and support to help improve quality of life. Proven ability to collaborate with colleagues to foster a friendly and caring environment. Proven ability to provide direct patient-care in a fast paced environment. Use strong verbal communication skills to develop strong relationships with patients and their families. Dedicated Nurse Manager with expertise in supervising staff and ensuring high-quality patient care. Committed to fostering a collaborative environment and implementing effective training programs to enhance clinical competencies.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Manager
Apollo Behavioral Health Hospital
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
06.2025 - Current
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure high-quality patient care and safety.
- Managed scheduling and staffing to maintain adequate coverage for patient needs.
- Developed training programs for new nurses to enhance clinical skills and knowledge.
- Collaborated with physicians to coordinate patient treatment plans and discharge processes.
- Conducted performance evaluations and provided feedback to nursing personnel regularly.
- Oversaw compliance with regulatory standards and hospital policies in daily operations.
- Trained other nurses on patient care and daily tasks, supporting growth, and professional development.
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Beacon Behavioral Hospital
Lutcher, Louisiana
10.2024 - 06.2025
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions for patients in a residential setting.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Ochsner Medical Center
Baton Rouge, LA
09.2022 - 10.2024
- Triage incoming patients based on level of injury or illness
- Immediately stabilize incoming patients
- Administer medication as instructed by physicians
- Treating critical injuries, allergic reactions and trauma
- Maintaining emergency room care standards.
- Displaying strong decision-making skills in emergency scenarios.
- Monitoring, reporting, and recording symptoms or changes in patient conditions.
- Maintaining accurate, complete health care records and reports.
- Modifying patient health treatment plans as indicated by patient conditions and responses.
- Performed venipuncture procedures for access to veins for IV therapy.
- Educated and informed patients about their diagnosis, medications, treatments and follow-up care instructions.
Assistant Director of Nursing; Registered Nurse
The Woodleigh of Baton Rouge
Baton Rouge, LA
06.2022 - 11.2023
- Responsible for hiring, progressive discipline, training, mentoring, and coaching staff
- Serve as a resource for the staff regarding the resident’s cognitive and functional ability
- Evaluates the quality and appropriateness of care and the effectiveness and efficiency of systems within the facility setting
- Assist and participate in developing a care plan and comprehensive assessment of each resident
- Schedule daily rounds and monitor resident’s treatment and medications to ensure residents are receiving proper care
- Ensure that all nursing services personnel are performing their respective duties
- Supervise nursing care provided to residents
- Assure adequate staffing to provide nursing care
- Ensure infection control and prevention.
- Responded promptly to inquiries from physicians, families, staff members, and other healthcare professionals.
- Conducted performance evaluations for all nursing personnel.
Licensed Practical Nurse
The Woodleigh of Baton Rouge
Baton Rouge, LA
04.2019 - 06.2022
- Assessed patients for changes in their condition or behavior, reported findings to the supervisor or physician in charge.
- Maintained strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
- Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
- Provided behavioral and emotional support and closely supervised patients suffering from dementia and Alzheimer's.
- Delivered high-quality direct and indirect nursing care to up to 30 patients per day.
Staff Development Nurse
The Guest House
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
01.2013 - 06.2022
- Developed training programs for nursing staff on best practices and compliance.
- Facilitated workshops to enhance clinical skills and team collaboration.
- Evaluated nursing competencies through regular assessments and feedback sessions.
- Coordinated orientation sessions for new nursing staff integrating hospital policies.
- Analyzed training needs based on regulatory changes and staff performance reviews.
- Collaborated with department heads to align training with organizational goals.
Education
Associate of Science - Registered Nursing
Delgado Community College
New Orleans, LA05-2022
Diploma - Practical Nursing
LA Vocational College
Baton Rouge, LA05-2010
High School Diploma -
Baker High School
Baker, LA05-2004
Skills
- IV and Venipuncture Certified
- SBAR Communication
- Medical Screening
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification
- ER Experience
- Gastrostomy Tube Care
- Life-Sustaining Machines
- Long-Term Care
- Infectious Disease Control
- Electronic Health Records Management
- Culturally-Sensitive Care
- Direct Patient Care
- Infant CPR Certified
- Geriatric Treatment Knowledge
- Acute and Rehabilitative Care
- Strong Medical Ethic
Certification
- ACLS Certification
- BLS Certifications
- PALS Certification
- CPI Certification
- TNCC Certification
- NIH Stroke Certification
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Nurse Manager
Apollo Behavioral Health Hospital
06.2025 - Current
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Beacon Behavioral Hospital
10.2024 - 06.2025
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Ochsner Medical Center
09.2022 - 10.2024
Assistant Director of Nursing; Registered Nurse
The Woodleigh of Baton Rouge
06.2022 - 11.2023
Licensed Practical Nurse
The Woodleigh of Baton Rouge
04.2019 - 06.2022
Staff Development Nurse
The Guest House
01.2013 - 06.2022
Associate of Science - Registered Nursing
Delgado Community College
Diploma - Practical Nursing
LA Vocational College
High School Diploma -
Baker High School