Veronica Armstrong
Ironton,OH
Summary
Highly focused PMHNP Student with relevant experience in providing comprehensive psychiatric care and mental health support. Strong background in diagnosing, treating, and managing mental health conditions while collaborating closely with healthcare teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes. Emphasize compassionate communication skills, sound judgment, and ethical decision-making abilities that enhance the quality of care delivered. Previous roles have demonstrated significant impact through consistent, high-quality psychiatric nursing care and tailored patient treatment plans.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Psychiatric Bedside Nurse
UK-Kings Daughter's Hospital
Ashland, KY
02.2024 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Assisted with the admission process for new patients.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal care for each patient.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, and concerns in electronic medical records system.
- Documented all nursing interventions in a timely manner according to accepted standards of practice.
- Provided a safe environment for patients through proper use of safety protocols.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Coordinated discharge planning to ensure continuity of care post-hospitalization.
- Facilitated discharge planning processes by providing information on available resources within the community.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving life threatening conditions.
- Managed time efficiently between multiple tasks throughout shift.
Passport Case Manager
Area of Aging
Rio Grande , OH
08.2019 - 01.2023
- Facilitated communication between clients, families, caregivers, social services, and other agencies to meet client needs.
- Provided crisis intervention support for clients in emergency situations.
- Conducted home visits to assess the safety of clients' living environments.
- Provided case management services, including intake, assessment, crisis intervention, advocacy, referral, and monitoring of families.
- Maintained accurate case records and documentation according to agency guidelines.
Advanced Illness Management Clinical Nurse
UK-King's Daughters Hospiatl
Ashland, KY
06.2018 - 08.2019
- Administered medications, treatments, and therapies in accordance with physician orders.
- Counseled patients on health maintenance and disease prevention strategies.
- Analyzed laboratory results and implemented appropriate interventions accordingly.
- Reported changes in patient status promptly to supervisor or attending physician.
- Utilized critical thinking skills when making decisions about patient care needs.
- Adhered to ethical standards of practice while providing compassionate care.
- Responded quickly and effectively during medical emergencies and provided life saving measures as necessary.
- Collaborated with physicians and staff in other disciplines.
- Educated patients and family members about preventive health care and recovery.
- Conducted physical examinations to make tentative diagnoses and treat patients.
- Provided direct patient care, including wound care, IV therapy, and assistance with daily activities.
- Managed the administration of blood and blood products, observing patients for adverse reactions.
- Educated patients and their families on disease management, treatment plans, and preventive health practices.
- Provided post-operative care and education to patients and families.
- Assessed patient conditions and monitored vital signs to determine appropriate care plans.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, and concerns.
- Coordinated multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress and issues.
- Developed teaching plans for patients regarding self-care management techniques for chronic illnesses or rehabilitation goals.
- Educated staff on new clinical protocols or procedures as needed.
Inpatient Rehabilitaion Team Leader
Premiere Health Care
Dayton, OH
03.2005 - 08.2017
- Coordinated team activities and delegated tasks to ensure efficient completion of projects.
- Developed strategies for problem-solving and conflict resolution among team members.
- Provided coaching and feedback on employee performance, encouraging professional development.
- Monitored daily workflow to ensure adherence to established policies and procedures.
- Maintained a positive work environment that promoted collaboration between team members.
- Ensured compliance with all safety regulations in the workplace.
- Resolved customer complaints effectively while maintaining a high level of customer service.
- Promoted to leadership position in recognition of strong work ethic and provided exceptional customer service.
Education
Master of Science - Psychiatric Mental Health NP
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN11-2024
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN08-2016
Skills
- Discharge Planning
- Healthcare technology
- Documentation accuracy
- Physical assessments
- Emotional Support
- Compassionate Care
Accomplishments
- Wall of Excellence at Premiere Health Care for Leadership in 2016
- Nursing Recognition Award at PRemiere Heath Care for Preceptorship in 2014
- Clinical Nurse Excellence Award in 2013 for Outstanding Performance
Timeline
Psychiatric Bedside Nurse
UK-Kings Daughter's Hospital
02.2024 - Current
Passport Case Manager
Area of Aging
08.2019 - 01.2023
Advanced Illness Management Clinical Nurse
UK-King's Daughters Hospiatl
06.2018 - 08.2019
Inpatient Rehabilitaion Team Leader
Premiere Health Care
03.2005 - 08.2017
Master of Science - Psychiatric Mental Health NP
Walden University
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Walden University
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