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Mental Health Registered Nurse

Location:
Argyle, TX
Posted:
November 20, 2023

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Leslie Miller

1-940-***-**** ad1bog@r.postjobfree.com Argyle, Texas 76226

CAREER OBJECTIVE

Detail-oriented professional with excellent communication, interpersonal, and creative thinking skills. Aiming to leverage my abilities to successfully fill the vacancy at your company. Frequently praised as hard-working by my peers, I can be relied upon to help your company achieve its goals. EXPERIENCE

PSYCHIATRIC REGISTERED NURSE, Wichita Falls, Texas North Texas State Hospital,

As a psych nurse working at the NTSH, I have experience working with numerous mental health diagnosis including bipolar with and without psychosis, depression, borderline personality disorder, substance induced psychosis, schizoaffective disorder and schizophrenia. My work responsponsibilites included: July 2017-May 2023

Implemented behavior modification techniques such as positive reinforcement in order to encourage desired behaviors from patients.

• Utilized therapeutic communication techniques to build rapport with patients and promote healing environment.

• Maintained accurate records of patient interactions using electronic medical records system. Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care and ensure optimal outcomes.

Assisted in the implementation of individualized treatment plans for psychiatric patients, utilizing evidence-based practice guidelines.

• Participated in weekly clinical rounds to discuss case studies and treatment plan modifications when necessary.

• Assisted psychiatrists with conducting intake interviews for new admissions into the facility. Provided compassionate care to individuals with mental health issues while adhering to ethical standards and legal regulations.

• Educated patients and their families on medication management, symptom recognition, coping strategies.

• Administered psychotropic medications as prescribed by physicians and monitored progress and side effects. Documented patient assessment findings and responses to nursing intervention to progress toward problem resolution.

• Performed EKGs using proper techniques and procedures.

• Reported symptoms, condition changes and vital signs to primary care doctors, patients, and families.

• Obtained specimens to run monitoring or diagnostic tests.

• Performed accurate documentation in the electronic medical record according to established standards.

• Maintained confidentiality in patient matters to comply with HIPAA guidelines and measures.

• Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.

• Protected patients' rights and dignity by delivering care without judgment or discrimination. Ensured compliance with regulatory agencies such as The Joint Commission and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.

LVN FLOOR NURSE, Wichita Falls, Texas

North Texas State Hospital, August 1998-June 2017

• Complied with HIPAA guidelines to protect privacy of patients.

• Followed medication management procedures to comply with state and company guidelines.

• Administered prescribed medications within scope of practice as defined by state law regulations.

• Assisted with collection, labeling, and timely processing of specimens.

• Helped with admission, transfer, and discharge of patients. Performed physical assessments on patients and monitored vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse, temperature and respiration.

• Monitored diabetic patients, fingers two is for blood sugar, administering diabetic medication as ordered

• Noting doctors orders and performing the duties that were required with the doctors order.

• Assisted in training new staff members on proper clinical procedures according to established guidelines. Evaluated effectiveness of nursing interventions by observing responses to treatments and making recommendations as needed to improve outcomes.

Assisted physicians in examining patients by taking histories, recording information, preparing patients for examinations and administering tests.

• Served as liaison between patients and other medical or mental health professionals. CONTRACT MED PASS LVN, Wichita County, Iowa Park, Burk, And Wichita Falls, Texas Educare,

Administered medications to IDD clients in group homes. I had four homes that I would go to and give the clients their medications.

June 1999-March 2006

CLINIC LVN, Wichita Falls, Texas

Community Health Care Center, January 1998-August 1998

• Assisted physicians with examinations and treatments as needed.

• Utilized clinical knowledge to assess patient health status and provide appropriate interventions.

• Organized supplies for efficient workflow during patient visits.

• Provided direct patient care in a clinic setting, including taking vital signs and administering medications.

• Managed time efficiently to ensure timely completion of patient visits without sacrificing quality of care. Administered immunizations according to established guidelines; documented immunizations administration accurately.

• Maintained cleanliness of work area; stocked supplies as needed; disposed of hazardous materials properly. EDUCATION

VOCATIONAL NURSE IN NURSING, Vernon, TEXAS

Vernon College, December 1997

ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCE (A.S.) IN NURSING, Vernon, TEXAS Vernon College, May 2017

SKILLS

Mental And Physical Assessments Medication Education Progress Evaluation Restraint Techniques Intramuscular Injections Crisis Resolution Team Collaboration New Nurse Training Substance Abuse Knowledge Mood Disorders Patient Monitoring Emergency Response Protocol Compliance

CERTIFICATIONS

• Registered nurse • Licensed vocational nurse

REFERENCES

References available upon request



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