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Registered Nurse Mental Health

Location:
San Marcos, TX
Posted:
September 12, 2020

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*** ********, *** ******, ** 78666 • Home: 512-***-**** • Cell: 512-***-**** • ***************@***.*** Hardworking nursing professional bringing [Number]+ years of experience delivering exceptional care to [Type] patients. Knowledgeable about [Type] and [Type] requirements and skilled at maximizing patient comfort and safety while meeting strict cost control standards. Well-organized and forward-thinking in managing patient needs. Compassionate Registered Nurse with over

[Number] years of experience in offering comprehensive patient care in [Type] environments. Work well with diverse patient population and foster trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care. Enthusiastic [Job Title] knowledgeable in health screenings and treating patients with [Type] and [Type] conditions. Well-trained professional with talents in [Skill] and [Skill]. Highly experienced in [Area of expertise]. [State] Board-Certified Registered Nurse with over [Number] years of experience delivering high-quality care to patients in [Type] and [Type] care units. Proven leader effective at uniting and guiding nursing teams toward achieving patient care goals, improving satisfaction and continuously driving widespread healthcare system initiatives. Focused on continuously advancing expertise in [Area of expertise] while driving innovation. Patient and family advocacy

Intravenous therapy

Patient check-ins

Medical laboratory procedures

Feeding assistance

Patient counseling

Case Management

Ear, nose and throat care

Managing deadlines

Preventative health

Emergency Procedures

Strong clinical judgment

ICD-9 forms

Physical assessments

Insulin medication assistance

Staff supervision

Family Education

Disease specialization

Diabetes and nutrition education

Direct Patient Care

Tracheostomy Care

Chest pain management

Setting up referrals

Foley catheters

Patient discharge

Acute care expertise

Removing sutures

Hospice and palliative care

Vaccine administration

RN, 08/2018 to Current

Southpark Meadows Nursing And Rehab – Austin, TX

worked on a fast pace skilled hall

Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.

Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities to prevent further disability.

Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.

Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.

Informed patients and families of effective treatment options and at-home care strategies, enhancing long-term outcomes.

Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery. Orchestrated quality-driven, cost-effective care for as many as [Number] patients each day in high-volume [Type] setting.

Relieved external units such as outpatient IV therapy, pre- and post-operatives, PACU and recovery, dialysis, labor, delivery, recovery and postpartum with skilled nursing services. Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.

Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action. Addressed disruptions in patient care, including delays in discharge, postponed procedures and discharge equipment unavailability.

RN, 12/2016 to 04/2018

Riverside Nursing And Rehab – Austin, Texas

worked on a fast pace skilled hall for about 30 patients and managed 3 staff members Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stabilit Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery. Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.

Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities to prevent further disability.

Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.

Informed patients and families of effective treatment options and at-home care strategies, enhancing long-term outcomes.

Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.

Developed strategy to target nursing and patient satisfaction issues, improve response and patient care quality and suggest actionable improvements to promote hospital-wide quality and safety initiatives .

Administered [Type] testing and sent results to physician to create focused treatment plans, adjust treatment and [Action].

Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.

Performed ongoing assessments to evaluate mental health needs, working with multidisciplinary team to develop, initiate, manage and modify individualized plans of care. Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy. Addressed disruptions in patient care, including delays in discharge, postponed procedures and discharge equipment unavailability.

Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations. Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.

Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.

Evaluated system data to calculate and update Medicare and Medicaid budgeting systems. Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented progress of individuals participating in clinical trials.

Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates.

Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures, including facilitating wound care, ostomy care, pressure ulcer prevention and pain management. Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations. Changed out tracheostomies, gastrostomy buttons and catheters regularly to prevent infection or other problems.

Secured controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule to meet patient needs and minimize misuse opportunities.

Registered Nurse, 02/2016 to 04/2016

South Austin Hospital – Austin, Texas

Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery. Informed patients and families of effective treatment options and at-home care strategies, enhancing long-term outcomes.

Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.

Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.

Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity. Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.

Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates.

Implemented interventions, including medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.

Cared for patients in [Number]-bed unit, supporting fellow nurses in delivering outstanding treatment to patients.

RN, 12/2001 to 06/2012

Dell Seton Hospital – Austin, Texas

worked on a fast pace tele and infectious disease floor Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery. Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.

Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities to prevent further disability.

Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.

Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity. Informed patients and families of effective treatment options and at-home care strategies, enhancing long-term outcomes.

Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.

Orchestrated quality-driven, cost-effective care for as many as [Number] patients each day in high-volume [Type] setting.

Developed strategy to target nursing and patient satisfaction issues, improve response and patient care quality and suggest actionable improvements to promote hospital-wide quality and safety initiatives .

Administered [Type] testing and sent results to physician to create focused treatment plans, adjust treatment and [Action].

Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.

Performed ongoing assessments to evaluate mental health needs, working with multidisciplinary team to develop, initiate, manage and modify individualized plans of care. Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy. Led successful [Number]-person team comprised of RNs, LPNs and ancillary staff. Addressed disruptions in patient care, including delays in discharge, postponed procedures and discharge equipment unavailability.

Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations. Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.

Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.

Education

Evaluated system data to calculate and update Medicare and Medicaid budgeting systems. Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented progress of individuals participating in clinical trials.

Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates.

Prepared patients for surgery, educating patients and family members on surgical procedures such as [Type] and [Type].

Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures, including facilitating wound care, ostomy care, pressure ulcer prevention and pain management. Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations. Changed out tracheostomies, gastrostomy buttons and catheters regularly to prevent infection or other problems.

Secured controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule to meet patient needs and minimize misuse opportunities.

Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.

Cared for patients in [Number]-bed unit, supporting fellow nurses in delivering outstanding treatment to patients.

Bachelor of Science: NUrsing, Expected in 01/2022

West Coast University - Dallas

Associate of Science: Nursing, 01/2002

Austin Community College - Austin

LVN: Nursing, 01/1992

Schreiner College - Kerrville, Tx



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