North Port, FL 34286
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Zarak S. Haider, RN
OBJECTIVE
To obtain a Registered Nurse position in which there is growth potential.
QUALIFICATIONS SUMMARY
Dedicated and patient-focused Registered Nurse with proven expertise in
both psychiatric care and case management
Background in psychiatry with 14 years experience including Psych Tech,
Charge Nurse, Evening Supervisor, and Team Leader for F.A.C.T. Team
Flexible, quick learner who adapts easily to new situations and enjoys a
challenge
Self motivated professional with strong organizational and communication
skills
Excellent at multi-tasking
Overseen care of patients with medical issues such as diabetes, COPD,
emphysema, asthma, hypertension, and various cardiac issues
CAREER EXPERIENCE
Coastal Behavioral Healthcare
2008-present
Nursing Supervisor (promoted from Charge Nurse), Crisis Stabilization Unit
Serve as nursing supervisor, in charge of all nursing staff and psych
techs. Promote health and support patients and families in coping with
illness.
*Complete admission assessments
*Distribute medication
*Evaluate clients' need for medical clearance
*Ensure safety of both patients and staff
*Interact with family members, physicians, hospitals
*Have knowledge of all legal documents relating to Baker Acts
*Work with multi-disciplinary team daily
*Interview prospective employees and orientate new employees
*Ensure completion of all continuing education
*Audit charts
*Complete treatment plans
*Have knowledge of standards of both ACHA and Joint Commission
CBHC F.A.C.T. Team
2007-2008
Acting Team Leader
Serve as team leader in charge of 90 clients and a staff made up of nurses,
therapists, vocational specialists.
*Maintain relationships with local law enforcement agencies and DCF
*Review client care
*Communicate with mental health courts and state hospital
*Oversee day-to-day operations
Bayside Center for Behavioral Health
1996-2007
Evening Supervisor, Charge Nurse, Psych Tech
Serve as supervisor of Adult, Acute, and Children's units
*Directly supervise RN's, LPN's, and psych techs
*Work closely with physicians, nurse manager, and staff to ensure a
safe, therapeutic environment
*Ensure compliance with unit policies and procedures
*Interview prospective employees and implement employee orientation
and continuing staff education
E4 U.S. Army - Schofiled Barracks, Hawaii
1989-1994
*In charge of squad of 10 soldiers
*Responsible for weapons/combat training
EDUCATION
AS Nursing, Manatee Community College
2002
AA of Arts, Manatee Community College
1992