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Vanessa Joseph

Port Saint Lucie,Florida

Summary

Accomplished Behavioral Health Clinical Nurse Educator with a proven track record at HCA Florida, enhancing nursing competencies and staff development through targeted training and interprofessional collaboration. Expert in clinical expertise and crisis prevention, significantly improving patient care and safety. Highly trained Psychiatric Staff Nurse offering well-developed interpersonal, acute care treatment and relationship building skills. Promoting pleasant personality and skills helping patients stay calm and communicative.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Behavioral Health Clinical Nurse Educator

HCA Florida
03.2021 - Current
  • Evaluated clinical staff performance, identifying areas of improvement and providing constructive feedback to drive continuous growth.
  • Utilized adult learning principles to adapt teaching methods according to individual learner needs, maximizing comprehension and retention of material presented.
  • Led the development of annual training plans based on identified gaps in knowledge or skills among clinical staff members.
  • Assisted in the design of simulation exercises, enhancing hands-on learning experiences for clinical staff members.
  • Improved nursing competency through the creation and delivery of targeted training sessions and workshops.
  • Supported departmental goals by aligning educational programs with organizational objectives.

Behavioral Health Charge Nurse

HCA Florida
03.2021 - Current
  • Managed crises efficiently by utilizing de-escalation techniques and coordinating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Mentored new hires in departmental protocols, policies, and procedures, ensuring smooth integration into the unit''s culture and workflows.
  • Coordinated with community resources, such as social services agencies and mental health organizations, in order to facilitate seamless transitions of care for patients postdischarge.
  • Conducted thorough assessments of patients'' physical, emotional, and psychosocial needs upon admission, utilizing findings to inform subsequent treatment planning processes.
  • Collaborated closely with physicians in developing individualized treatment plans that emphasized both pharmacological interventions and psychosocial support strategies for complex cases involving co-occurring disorders or comorbid conditions.
  • Ensured timely administration of medications according to prescribed schedules, reducing errors and enhancing overall medication safety for patients.
  • Evaluated patient progress regularly, adjusting care strategies as needed to promote optimal mental health outcomes during hospitalization and beyond discharge.

Registered Nurse

Heartland Hospice
01.2020 - 03.2021
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • 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.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Managed care from admission to discharge.

Education

Master of Arts - Nursing

Chamberlain University
Downers Grove, IL
10.2022

Skills

  • Staff Development
  • Quality Improvement
  • Clinical expertise
  • Interprofessional Collaboration
  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
  • Basic Life Support (BLS)
  • Crisis Prevention Intervention Instructor (CPI)
  • Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner Certificate (SANE)

Accomplishments

  • 2021 Daisy Award Winner at HCA Florida
  • 2023 Great Catch Winner at HCA Florida
  • Quality Assurance - Ensured and enforced medical office compliance with HIPAA, OSHA and CLIA regulations for maximum quality and control.

Affiliations

  • Board Member of Academy of Nursing

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Creole
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Behavioral Health Clinical Nurse Educator

HCA Florida
03.2021 - Current

Behavioral Health Charge Nurse

HCA Florida
03.2021 - Current

Registered Nurse

Heartland Hospice
01.2020 - 03.2021

Master of Arts - Nursing

Chamberlain University

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