Compassionate Registered Psychiatric Nurse

KEHINDE WALE - JAMES

REGISTERED NURSE CPMHN(C)

513-***-**** ***.*******@*****.*** Houston, TX 77469

CAREER SUMMARY

Empathetic and attentive nurse with experience in long term care facility, home health and hospital settings with over 10 years healthcare experience in personal support work, RPN/LPN and RN. Compassionate, professional approach, committed to service-oriented work, experienced and effective in helping patients adjust to changes in health ability to develop rapport, inform, and instruct a diverse range of people. Organized, thorough, and highly dedicated.

Willing to relocate: Anywhere

EDUCATION

Bachelor’s degree in BSCN Ryerson University (Toronto Metropolitan University) 2019 - 2021

Diploma in Practical Nursing Sheridan Institute of Technology and Advanced Learning 2013 - 2014

Higher National Diploma Federal Polytechnic Nigeria 1999 - 2001

RPN bridging to University Nursing Centennial College Ontario, Canada 2018 - 2018

PSW bridging to Practical Nursing George Brown College Ontario, Canada 2011 - 2012

NURSE ELIGIBLITY

NCLEX – RN Passed.

Nurses Association of New Brunswick License number 031682.

Valid through November 2025

CPMHN (C) – Canadian Nurses Association Certification Number 25MH62813.

Valid Through December 2030

State of Montana Employment Standards Division Board of Nursing NUR-RN-LIC-259602 (compact license)

WORK EXPERIENCE

Registered Nurse – Psychiatric Services

Shodair Children’s Hospital (RN) Helena, Montana, USA Dec 2025–Present

Provide traumainformed psychiatric nursing care to children and adolescents in acute crisis.

Conduct mental health assessments, risk evaluations, and crisis stabilization interventions.

Administer psychotropic medications and monitor therapeutic response.

Collaborate with psychiatrists, therapists, and social workers to develop individualized treatment plans.

Utilize deescalation strategies and behavioral support techniques to maintain a safe therapeutic environment.

Support families through education, care coordination, and discharge planning.

Registered Nurse (RN) Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada 2022 – Dec 2025

The Moncton Hospital operated by Horizon Health Network

Staff Nurse / Charge Nurse, Child/Adolescent/ Adult Psychiatry

Providing mental health assessment and treatments to both child and adult population on the psychiatry unit (local and province wide). Liaised with other healthcare team members directly

Registered Nurse (RN) and Graduate Nurse (GN) Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada May 2022 – Aug 2022

The Detox Clinic is operated by Horizon Health Network –

Staff Nurse / Charge Nurse Staff Licensed Graduate Nurse

Providing holistic care to providing safe environment for detox treatment of alcohol/substances and/or gambling use/dependence and for occurring /reoccurring setbacks. Monitoring for and prevention of withdrawal and providing treatments.

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada 2019 – 2022

The Moncton Hospital operated by Horizon Health Network

Staff licensed practical nurse, Psychiatry

Providing mental health assessment and treatments to both child and adult population on the psychiatry unit (local and province wide). Liaised with other healthcare team members directly.

Staff licensed practical nurse, inpatient Addition (Detoxification services) September 2021 -December 2021 – providing safe environment for detox treatment of alcohol/substances and/or gambling use/dependence and for occurring /reoccurring setbacks. Monitoring for and prevention of withdrawal and providing treatments

Licensed Practical Nurse The Drew Nursing Home Sackville NB, Canada Jan 2019 – June2019

Assessed patient needs, provided timely interventions, and regularly monitored progress to ensure optimal outcomes.

Delivered comprehensive rehabilitative care and implemented individualized treatment plans, including post-surgery protocols.

Provided care for clients with life-limiting chronic conditions, aligning services closely with medical prognosis.

Delivered patient- and family-centered care, employing therapeutic communication to address emotional, psychosocial, and informational needs.

Supported patients and families with end-of-life care, including comfort measures, death preparation, and post-mortem care.

Registered Practical Nurse St. Joseph Home Care - Hamilton, ON 2015 – 2018

Assessed patient needs, provided timely interventions, and regularly monitored progress to ensure optimal outcomes.

Delivered comprehensive rehabilitative care and implemented individualized treatment plans, including post-surgery protocols.

Provided in-home care for clients with life-limiting chronic conditions, aligning services closely with medical prognosis.

Delivered patient- and family-centered care, employing therapeutic communication to address emotional, psychosocial, and informational needs.

Supported patients and families with end-of-life care, including comfort measures, death preparation, and post-mortem care.

Personal Support Worker Dundurn Place Care Centre - Hamilton, ON 2011 - 2014

Provided client-centered care in collaboration with RPNs and RNs, ensuring coordinated and comprehensive treatment for each resident.

Assisted residents with activities of daily living (ADLs), including total morning care, bathing, dressing, and feeding.

Supported residents with mobility and rehabilitation, encouraging safe ambulation and physical activity.

Delivered compassionate palliative care, ensuring comfort and dignity for residents in their final stages of life.

Maintained a vigilant and patient approach when caring for confused or disoriented residents, ensuring safety and emotional support.

Fostered effective communication with residents, responding to their needs and advocating on their behalf to ensure their well-being.

Registered Practical Nurse Dundurn Place Long Term Care Centre - Hamilton, ON 2014 – 2018

Delivered compassionate and patient-centered nursing care, including assessment, treatment, and medication administration via various routes.

Provided feeding assistance through oral and feeding tubes, ensuring proper nutrition and hydration.

Administered Foley and suprapubic catheter care, maintaining optimal patient comfort and hygiene.

Managed diverse types of drain care (e.g., pleural effusion drains) and implemented rehabilitative care plans for the geriatric population.

Followed nursing best practices and company protocols to deliver care for residents with varying medical conditions.

Processed physician’s orders accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring proper execution of care plans.

Provided palliative and end-of-life care to residents, offering comfort and dignity during their final stages of life.

Supervised and delegated tasks to UCPs, fostering a collaborative and efficient team environment.

Worked closely with physicians and Registered Nurses (RNs) to ensure cohesive care and clinical decision-making.

Maintained accurate and thorough documentation in compliance with regulatory standards.

Practical Nursing Student Surgical Unit, Trillium Health Partners – Mississauga, ON 2018 – 2018

Administered medications through various routes under supervision, ensuring accurate and timely delivery of prescribed treatments.

Performed dressing changes and wound assessments, following best practices for patient care and infection prevention.

Collected specimens for lab analysis, maintaining accuracy and proper documentation.

Delivered descriptive, accurate verbal and written reports on patient status, ensuring clear communication within the healthcare team.

Assisted with the use and maintenance of IV tubes, NG tubes, and G-tubes, following safety protocols and patient care standards.

Processed physician orders accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring seamless execution of care plans.

Provided catheter care, ensuring patient comfort and adherence to infection control standards.

Demonstrated proper techniques in transferring and positioning patients, maintaining patient safety and comfort.

Offered education and emotional support to patients and families, reducing anxieties and promoting a trusting nurse-patient relationship.

Received statements of appreciation from patients and families for compassionate care, and positive evaluations from Preceptors, Instructors, and Charge Nurses for performance and professionalism.

Practical Nursing Student General Medicine Unit – Brantford, ON 2014 – 2014

Administered medications via various routes, ensuring proper dosage and timely delivery.

Performed dressing changes and wound assessments, maintaining patient comfort and preventing infection.

Collected specimens for lab analysis, ensuring accuracy and adherence to protocols.

Provided clear and accurate verbal and written reports on patient status to ensure effective communication.

Assisted with the use and maintenance of IV tubes, NG tubes, and G-tubes, adhering to safety and care protocols.

Processed physician orders in a timely and accurate manner, facilitating proper execution of care plans.

Delivered catheter care, ensuring patient hygiene and comfort while preventing complications.

Demonstrated safe and proper techniques in transferring and positioning patients, ensuring patient safety.

Offered education and emotional support to clients and families, reducing anxiety and fostering a trusting nurse-patient relationship.

Received appreciation from patients and families for compassionate care and positive evaluations from Preceptors, Instructors, and Charge Nurses.

Practical Nursing Student Palliative Care and Medicine Unit – Brampton, ON 2014 – 2014

Applied principles of palliative care to the management of patients with life-limiting chronic conditions, focusing on holistic patient well-being.

Engaged in compassionate conversations with patients and families to understand their needs and wishes, ensuring individualized care.

Provided comfort measures, including pain and symptom management, to enhance the quality of life for patients nearing end-of-life.

Psychosocial support offered, addressing emotional, spiritual, and social concerns to ease patient and family anxieties.

Delivered clear and accurate information about patient conditions, care options, and prognosis to both patients and families.

Assisted with end-of-life care, preparing for death and providing guidance and support for care after death.

Practical Nursing Student Cawthra Gardens Long – Mississauga, ON 2013 –2013

Provided safe, thorough, and dignified care to residents in a long-term care setting, always ensuring comfort and respect.

Assisted with transfers using lifts, ensuring safety and minimal discomfort for residents during the process.

Delivered personal care, including tub and shower baths, while maintaining patient privacy and comfort.

Documented care accurately and promptly on the computer, ensuring clear and up-to-date patient records.

Communicated effectively with clients, healthcare team members, and other staff to coordinate care and address patient needs.

BSCN Student Horizon Addiction and Mental Health Centre – Moncton, NB 2021 – 2021

Preceptorship at the detox unit providing bedside and mental health assessment, care and treatment for people with addiction problems under the supervision of a mentor.

BSCN Nursing Student-Family Medicine/Palliative Unit Moncton Hospital 2021 - 2021

Applied the principles of palliative care to patients with life-limiting chronic conditions, tailoring care to individual needs and prognosis.

Engaged in meaningful conversations with patients and families to understand and address their needs, wishes, and preferences for care.

Provided comfort measures, including pain and symptom management, to enhance patient quality of life.

Offered psychosocial support, addressing emotional, social, and spiritual needs to support both patients and families.

Delivered clear and comprehensive information regarding the patient’s condition, treatment options, and prognosis to facilitate informed decision-making.

Assisted with end-of-life care, preparing for death and providing guidance and support for care after death.

BSCN Nursing Student-Orthopedic/Family Medicine Unit Horizon Health Services – Moncton, NB 2020 - 2020

Delivered comprehensive pre- and post-surgery care for orthopedic patients, ensuring recovery and patient comfort.

Provided holistic nursing care in the family medicine unit, addressing a wide range of patient needs.

Assisted with ambulatory support, ensuring safe mobility and patient comfort during recovery.

Monitored and recorded vital signs, ensuring timely identification of any abnormalities.

Collected specimens for lab analysis, following proper protocols for accurate results.

Administered wound care, including dressing changes and ongoing wound assessments.

Administered medications via all routes, ensuring adherence to prescribed treatments and proper documentation.

Ensured infection control standards were met in all aspects of patient care.

Assisted with feeding, including the use of feeding tubes, ensuring adequate nutrition and hydration.

Provided Foley catheter care, managing comfort and hygiene while reducing the risk of complications.

Managed ostomy care, including education and patient support for long-term care.

Delivered tracheostomy care, ensuring airway safety and comfort for patients with respiratory needs.

Managed percutaneous drain care, ensuring proper maintenance and monitoring for complications.

Initiated PIV (peripheral intravenous) lines and provided PICC line care, ensuring safe and effective vascular access.

BSCN Nursing Student-Clinical Practicum Good Shepherd Organization – Hamilton, ON 2018 - 2018

Offered teaching on healthy living to the community; screening for breast, cervical and colon cancer; health promotion to people suffering from mental health.

SKILLS

Clients (10+ years)

Catheters (8+ years)

Problem-Solving (10+ years)

Punctual (10+ years)

Registered Nurse (3+ years)

Home Health (4 years)

LPN (8 years)

Medication Administration (10+ years)

EMR Systems (10+ years)

Vital Signs (10+ years)

Hospital Experience (8+ years)

Anatomy Knowledge (10+ years)

Critical Care Experience (8 years)

Tube Feeding (8 years)

Experience Administering injections (8+ years)

Caregiving (10+ years)

Senior Care (10+ years)

Patient Care (10+ years)

Palliative Hospice Care (6 years)

Home Care (10+ years)

Meal Preparation (10+ years)

Laundry (10+ years)

CORE CLINICAL PSYCHIATRIC SKILL

Assessment

Mental status exams, suicide risk assessments, behavioral observations.

Crisis intervention

Rapid stabilization, safety planning, responding to acute agitation or selfharm risk.

Trauma-informedcare

Understanding trauma responses, avoiding retraumatization, building trust.

De-escalation techniques

Verbal and nonverbal strategies to reduce agitation and prevent restraint use.

Medication administration and monitoring

Psychotropics, sideeffect monitoring, EPS recognition, withdrawal management.

Addiction & withdrawal management

CIWA/COWS scoring, detox safety, relapseprevention interventions.

Therapeutic communication

Motivational interviewing, active listening, rapportbuilding.

Behavioral management

Supporting patients with mood disorders, psychosis, ADHD, autism, and personality disorders etc.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Highlights of Qualifications

Considerable knowledge of principles and procedures

Excellent performer - assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating0020nursing care

Quick learner- ability to learn new nursing methods, equipment and applications

Caring, compassionate and patient

Ethical and non-judgmental- relate well to people from diverse backgrounds

Organized and multi-tasking- able to handle multiple priorities

Possess effective verbal and written communication skills

Good judgment, decision making and problem-solving skills

Loyal and dedicated employee; committed to doing a good job

Punctual, always on time Ability to meet deadlines

CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES

BSCN

ASSIST

NVCI/CPI

CBT

RPN bridge to BSCN

RPN/LPN

PSW bridge to PN

PALLIATIVE FOUNDATION

BLS Certification

LANGUAGES

English - Fluent

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