Psychiatric staff nurse possessing skills needed to help mental health patients make beneficial life changes. Promoting successful several-year nursing career. Ready to tackle new nursing position helping people lead healthy, successful lives.
Overview
2
2
Languages
3
3
years of post-secondary education
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Psychiatric Nurse assistant II
Rusk State Hospital
Rusk, Texas
07.2026 - Current
Assisted customers with food selections and provided excellent service.
Maintained cleanliness of kitchen and dining areas to ensure hygiene standards.
Followed food handling procedures to prevent cross-contamination and ensure safety.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for holistic patient care.
Educated patients on coping strategies and treatment options.
Documented patient progress and maintained accurate records.
Provided crisis intervention and support during emergencies.
Ensured compliance with safety and health regulations in the workplace.
Implemented safety protocols such as suicide prevention measures when necessary.
Provided emotional support to patients who were struggling with personal issues or traumatic events.
Provided direct care to psychiatric patients in an acute inpatient setting.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop patient care strategies.
Observed behavior of patients to assess their mental state and identify potential risks or safety concerns.
Maintained accurate records of patient progress, treatments, medications, and any changes in condition.
Educated patients on self-care strategies such as stress management techniques and lifestyle modifications.
Monitored vital signs regularly to detect changes in patient condition that require immediate attention.
Monitored patient behavior and reported any changes to the treatment team.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans.
Discussed non-medical techniques such as yoga and meditation to help patients alleviate depression and anxiety.
Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
Phlebotomy Technician
Christus Trinity Mother Frances Hospital
Jacksonville, TX
09.2012 - 05.2016
Collected blood samples from patients using sterile techniques.
Maintained accurate patient records in electronic health systems.
Assisted patients in understanding procedures and addressing concerns.
Managed inventory of phlebotomy supplies and materials
Labeled specimen containers with patient information accurately and legibly.
Labeled blood vials with critical information like time of collection, date and patient name.
Interacted with patients to gather and record data prior to blood draws.
Verified patient identification prior to collection of specimens using two forms of ID verification.
Collected urine and hair samples for drug test.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Birmingham Health Care
Rusk, Texas
05.2011 - 05.2012
Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal care routines.
Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
Maintained a clean and safe environment for patient comfort and safety.
Supported nursing staff in implementing care plans for individual patients.
ENFERMERA GENERAL(LVN)
(IMSS)
Mexico
Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team.
Assisted in creating and maintaining patient care plans.
Provided emotional support and education to patients and families.
Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
Managed infection control protocols to ensure a safe environment for patients.
Observed changes in patient conditions and reported any unusual findings to supervising physician or registered nurse.
Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate and respiration rate.
Maintained accurate patient records documenting treatments, medications administered and other pertinent information.
Performed basic medical procedures such as catheterization, EKGs and phlebotomy according to established protocols.
Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.