Nursing Student, Clinical Rotations – Mental Health – Course Mental Health in Nursing
· San Antonio Behavioral Healthcare Hospital, San Antonio, TX
· August 2024- October 2024
· Key Responsibilities:
- Conducted psychiatric assessments to evaluate patient mental status, risk factors, and psychosocial needs, contributing to individualized treatment planning.
- Utilized therapeutic communication techniques to establish rapport and provide emotional support to patients experiencing acute psychiatric conditions, including Bipolar Disorder, Schizophrenia, and panic disorder.
- Participated in group therapy sessions, supporting patients in discussing their experiences and developing coping strategies in a safe environment.
- Collaborated with the multidisciplinary team to develop and implement care plans, including administering and monitoring psychotropic medications.
- Facilitated patient education sessions focused on medication adherence, symptom management, and coping skills to promote mental health stability and recovery.
Nursing Student, Clinical Rotations – Medical-Surgical Unit- Course Med Surgical Nursing I
· Methodist Hospital Metropolitan, San Antonio, TX
· June 2024-August 2024
· Key Responsibilities:
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments and documented findings in electronic health records, ensuring accurate and up-to-date patient information.
- Provided pre-operative and post-operative care, including wound care, pain management, and patient education on surgical procedures and recovery expectations.
- Administered medications, including intravenous therapies, and monitored for adverse reactions, ensuring patient safety and protocol adherence.
- Assisted in managing complex patient conditions, such as diabetes, hypertension, and respiratory issues, by implementing appropriate nursing interventions and monitoring responses.
- Educated patients and their families on disease processes, post-discharge care, and lifestyle modifications to support health and recovery.
Nursing Student, Clinical Rotations – Nursing Home- Course Fundamentals of Nursing
· Morningside Ministries, Boerne, TX
· April 2024 – June 2024
· Key Responsibilities:
- Provided direct patient care to elderly residents, including assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, feeding, and mobility support.
- Monitored and recorded vital signs, fluid intake/output, and resident condition changes, reporting significant findings to the nursing team.
- Assisted in administering medications under a registered nurse's supervision, ensuring adherence to proper medication administration protocols.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members, including physical therapists and social workers, to develop and implement individualized care plans to improve residents’ quality of life.
- Educated residents and their families about chronic disease management, fall prevention, and nutritional needs.