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0-5 years of experience
Supervised up to 10 staff on a 35-bed adult unit of a psychiatric facility, specializing in rapid stabilizing and crisis interventions.
- Provided direct quality care to patients including daily monitoring, recording, and evaluating psychiatric medical conditions of up to 20 patients per day.
- Lead and trained newly staff registered nurses on unit routine, hospital protocol, and direct patient care, and duties within the unit.
- Responded to numerous volatile situations and violent outbreaks, earning the respect of physicians and coworkers for calm, levelheaded and quick thinking to restore the safety and security of patients and staff.
- Developed and implemented treatment plans for patients with broad range of mental health issues.
- Ensured that doctors' orders were effectively carried out, including testing, medical procedures, consultations and stat orders for restraint.
6-10 years of experience
Training and Supervision of nursing staff and mental health program specialists.
- Ensured quality care and monitoring of adult psychiatric patients on two units.
- Audited compliance for patient labwork.
- Monitored medication records for accuracy's and completed monthly renewals.
- Provided information to infection control Dept. for compliance.
- Implemented and assured policies and procedures completed as written.
10+ years of experience
Responsible for supervising and managing the inpatient Admission Unit and Office on a 24-hour basis
- Responsible for emergency assessment of persons seeking treatment for psychiatric or substance abuse illnesses
- Provided treatment for existing and emergency health conditions both medical and psychiatric
- Assessed clients for medical appropriateness for admission and/or recommendations for out-patient treatment options
- Consulted with Psychiatrist on Duty for orders when clients medical status changed or situation presented to make referrals to more appropriate level of care was required
- Administered medication/treatments and documented administration with reaction in clients clinical charts. Observed, recorded and initiated appropriate action to medication and therapeutic procedures
0-5 years of experience
Directed, assessed and evaluated the medical and psychiatric care for all the clients residing within a 45-bed acute child and adolescent residential facility.
- Performed physical assessments, triage and diagnosed urgent care needs for all residents.
- Provided direct care and collaborated with psychiatrist and pediatrician.
- Monitored all primary care needs for clients including immunizations, vision/hearing, dental and coordinated access to appropriate providers.
- Provided individual and family therapy to caseload of clients.
- Provided direct management of clinic staff of four and provide clinical supervision for employees and graduate students.
- Provided in-services to all clinical staff on differing topics including: regulatory compliance, psychopharmacology, physical restraint, and psychopathology.
0-5 years of experience
As a member of mental health team
- Provide direct psychiatric care to inmates. Assist with appointment lines, medication reviews, and responding to psychiatric emergencies.
- Educated nursing staff in monitoring of patients in withdrawal
- Developed policy and procedures for program
- Participated in out-reach to community and school in education of substance abuse
10+ years of experience
Performed basic assessments of the patients nursing care needs.
- Documented observations of patient's behavior and status to the administered
- Provided therapeutic interactions with patient to assist them in identifying sources of anxiety.
- Administered medications and treatments ordered by a physician.
- Identified behavioral problems to make suitable recommendations.
- Acted in accordance with facility policy and appropriate nursing standard of care.
- Maintained the therapeutic milieu using acceptable standards.
10+ years of experience
Provided community based psychiatric rehabilitation nursing services to adults diagnosed with a major mental illness
- Founded and chaired Utilization Review Committee
- Member of Quality Assurance Team
- Senior staff leader responsible for in-service education concerning wellness, disease management and medication management in accordance with state guidelines
- Conducted psychiatric and physical assessments on all new clients
- Performed quarterly assessments for all current clients to ensure continued effectiveness of treatment plan
- Designed, planned, and conducted wellness education for all clients
- Designed, planned, and conducted self-esteem and empowerment groups for clients
0-5 years of experience
Charge Nurse of Psychiatric Inpatient Unit.
- Planned and conducted group therapy.
- Managed over 25 incidents of patient violence via use of deescalation techniques, psychotropic medications, and physical restraints.
- Contributed to quarterly Hospital Newsletter by writing original articles.
- Administered PO and IM psychotropic medication as scheduled and as needed while monitoring patients for side effects.
- Triaged and managed acutely psychotic patients in the Psychiatric Emergency Room.
- Performed phlebotomy services, urine sampling, blood glucose testing and diabetes management.
- Used Nursing judgment to determine proper board rates for reviewed foster child case files.
- Requested appropriate consults to determine whether given board rate is appropriate for the child's specific needs.
0-5 years of experience
Performed basic assessment of the patient's nursing care needs.
- Documented observations of patient behavior and status to the administered plan.
- Provided therapeutic interactions with patients to assist them while in crisis.
- Administered medications and treatments as ordered by a physician.
- Planned and tutored basic health teaching to assist patients' in meeting their needs.
6-10 years of experience
Cared for patients in a 22-bed adult inpatient psychiatric unit and geriatric psychiatric unit as needed
- Applied both psychiatric and medical nursing skills to effectively multi-task and stay organized
- Collaborated with staff to form a plan of care based off clinical information and patient observations
- Explained details of mental illness and psychotropic medications to patients and family members
- Exercised effective judgment and medical training when handling psychiatric and medical emergencies
0-5 years of experience
- Facilitated nursing education groups with patients
- Administered and educated patients about their medications
- Frequently lead the treatment team as the charge nurse
- Collaborated with the treatment team about the progress of each patient's treatment goals
- Assessed the condition and implemented nursing care plans of assigned patients
0-5 years of experience
Delivered therapeutic acute care for on average 8-10 adult patients in the Crisis Recovery Unit, the facility's inpatient unit.
- Performed the vital role of team leader in the stabilization unit, performing routine daily assessments and overseeing the duties of assigned LVN and MHA staff.
- Floated as RN on the Emergency Psychiatric Unit, screening patients' mental health status quickly and efficiently for rapid stabilization and treatment.
- Experience with patient screening, transfers, admissions, daily assessments, and discharges as well as medication administration in both routine and emergency situations.
- Assisted the DON with reviewing the "Policies and Procedures of Pyxis Medication Administration" and creating a tip sheet for quick reference in the medication room.
0-5 years of experience
Provided clinical therapy to children, adults, couples and families in the South Shore area
- Provided initial diagnostic evaluations to determine need of services, facilitated effective communication with prescribing Nurse Practitioner and Clinical Director
- Facilitated the coordination of care with educational providers, Department of Children and Families, medical providers and other community agencies as required
- Prepared individual treatment plans, progress notes and Child and Adolescent Needs and Strengths (CANS) for children on routine basis
0-5 years of experience
Assessed and admitted psychiatric clients
- Created and implemented nursing care plans
- Administered medications and observed for therapeutic effects
- Conducted therapeutic group and individual therapy sessions
- Supervised a staff of 5-6 health technicians
0-5 years of experience
- Provided treatment, rehabilitation and support services to individuals diagnosed with a severe mental illness and/or substance abuse
- Coordinated medication distribution and administration of decanoate injections for current caseload
- Worked with a multi-disciplinary team to assess clients' status, coordinate bi-weekly wellness visits, and facilitate transition/graduation
- Created and maintained yearly health assessments and referrals for PMD follow-up care
- Assisted clients with obtaining entitlements such as Medicare, Medicaid, SSI/SSD, coordinating all medical appointments, applying for HRA housing, and obtaining resources within clients' community
0-5 years of experience
- Diagnose/Treat patients with memory difficulties and dementia in a specialized long term setting and in an outpatient clinic using multimodal diagnostic tools and treatments.
- Developed and Implemented Continuing Education Programs for Nursing Personnel.
- Consulted and Advised nursing personnel on effective ways to deal with patients with behavioral disturbances related to dementia and delirium
- Consulted with treatment teams and families on optimal inpatient and home care for persons with dementia.
- Education, Training and Continuing Education of nursing staff and graduate students in nursing, psychology, and social work. Expanded family education and Patient care rounds to include interpretation of MRIs
6-10 years of experience
Thorough knowledge of Mental Health Nursing
- Provided therapeutic interactions with patients to assist them in identifying sources of anxiety and depression in locked unit
- Coordinated with medical and paramedical professionals to provide appropriate input and effectively formulate and implement treatment plan for the patient
- Identified behavioral problems to make suitable recommendations
0-5 years of experience
Provided Medical and Psychiatric care on a 33 bed Acute Detox unit.
- Administered medications, evaluate response to medications and recorded in patients chart.
- Monitored vital signs, nutritional intake, signs and symptoms of complications and reported to the supervisor any deviations.
- Notified MD as needed, received orders, acknowledges and caries out orders.
10+ years of experience
Observed and monitored client behavior and responses to treatment.
- Connected clients with community service and resource agencies.
- Kept abreast of new and developing information in the mental health field by regularly attending professional
- Presented case history material to review and discussion with other staff members.
- Involved clients' family members in planning social service programs.
- Documented psychiatric services and responses to treatment in patient case files.
- Consulted with and trained highly skilled mental health and medical staff.
6-10 years of experience
Nursing Care to psychiatric patients of all ages 4-17 in the hospital.
- Observed and maintained the medical history records of the patient and his continuous progress.
- Perform the medication administration both by oral drugs and intramuscular injections.
- Worked closely with all medical staff maintaining a proper communication.
- Provided assistance, suggestions and conduct clinical supervision of patient care during specific shifts.
- Provide psychosocial interventions, behavioral therapy, family therapy and milieu therapy
6-10 years of experience
Supervised 12+ employees
- Performed employee evaluations
- Wrote and maintained monthly staffing schedule
- Administered medication on a time schedule
- Taught educational groups on medications and disease process
- Problem solved and prioritized various critical situations
- Coordination of patient's outside appointments
- Documentation of Patient's behavior and progress toward goals
10+ years of experience
Nursing: Successfully provide psychiatric nursing services for nationally known hospital system in outpatient psychiatry. Duties include performing telephone triage for interdisciplinary outpatient psychiatric department including assessing emergency situations, providing patient referrals and scheduling patient visits. Consult with multiple medical professionals on patient care issues such as medication management and case management. Voluntary Critical Incident debriefing Team member.
- Leadership: Participated in the Labor Management Partnership Committee for 3 years; Member of Member of the Transition Task Force to integrate 2 Mental Health Clinics into one location, assisted with productivity project for Mental Health Nurses; Served on the Mental Health Department Finance Committee
- Group Facilitation: Facilitate with an MD in a medication and symptom management group
- Awards: Received the Summit Seeker Award for a Documentation/Audit Project for Mental Health Nursing and the Behavioral Health Quality of Service Award 2005. Nominations: Hidden Lake Behavioral Health Unsung Hero Award and the Summit Award 2006 Nomination
0-5 years of experience
Worked in each of three units: Adolescent Acute, Residential Boys, and Residential Girls
- Offered support and active listening, teaching, and counseling to adolescents in crisis along with the parents and guardians caring for them
- Administered medications to patients and watched for any possible side effects
- Managed and worked with other staff including other RNs, LPNs, and Mental Health Associates to create a positive environment promoting wellness
- Worked as a member of a team with physicians, social workers, activity therapists and nutritionists to create and implement plans of care
0-5 years of experience
Provided patient psychiatric assessments and reported directly to doctors and clinical staff.
- Monitored medication, correct usage, side effects, effectiveness, compliance and availability.
- Coordinated care with the Little Colorado team and affiliates to ensure best possible services.
- Responsible for patient and staff teaching regarding medication, healthy living, eating right, disease processes and the effects on the body and mind.
0-5 years of experience
Comprehensive assessments on new patients, compiling and evaluating both the medical and mental health history.
- Close monitoring patient and making recommendations for changes when advisable.
- Administer medication properly, maintaining confidentiality, ensuring safety all times. Therapeutic communication and environment throughout the course of treatment.
- Accompany patient outside the hospital to their check up for their medical concerns.
- Do's home conduction part of the pick up team if relative unable to bring their patient to the facility for admission.
- Receive Verbal and Telephone orders from Physicians.
0-5 years of experience
Perform basic assessment of the patient's nursing care needs
- Document observations of patient behavior and status to the administered plan
- Provide therapeutic interactions with patients to assist them in identifying sources of anxiety
- Identified behavioral problems to make suitable recommendations
- Ensure to carry out physician orders and implemented basic nursing interventions
0-5 years of experience
Assessed mental health needs and evaluate the needs of patients
- Developed care plans in response to the needs of the individual patient
- Administered and monitor treatment regimens that help patients improve their coping abilities and function as normally as possible
- Performed crisis intervention and counseling
- Conducted therapy for mentally ill patients in group and individual settings and assist patients in making life as normal as possible
- Worked in conjunction with the doctor/s on staff to develop treatment plans right for each patient and ensured the treatment plan provided relief and functionality for the patients.
- Administered medications under doctor's orders and assist with developing psychiatric care programs.
- Provided direct patient care and educate other nurses, patients and their families on the appropriate care for the patient.
- Monitored suicidal patients and act swiftly to protect the patient from doing harm to themselves or others.
0-5 years of experience
Assist patients with activities of daily living, pass medications according to safe medication administration practices, foster and maintain therapeutic relationships with patients, respond to behavioral and medical emergencies, create and establish treatment plans with members of interdisciplinary treatment team.
- Supervise hospital overnight, assign staffing, manage mental health techs and registered nurses, coordinate admissions, work closely with intake department. Promoted to House Supervisor 2 months into employment with Spring Mountain
- Interim infection control nurse
- NV RN71500
0-5 years of experience
Perform admissions, discharges, full assessments in 28-bed inpatient psychiatric unit, focusing on patients with acute symptoms of mental illness, polysubstance abuse.
- Independently monitor patients' behavior and physical wellness; promptly address medical conditions, collaborate with multidisciplinary team to develop, implement and evaluate an effective care plan for each patient.
- Responsible for custody, storage, administration of narcotics and medication; trained in prevention/management of aggressive behavior
- Complete administrative duties, maintain patient records, conduct shift-to-shift report with accurate turnover information.
- Responsible as charge nurse of unit; manage RNs, LPNs and ancillary staff, including BHAs and PSHTs
- Provide patients with a safe, therapeutic environment; educate patients and families on condition, medication and treatment plan
0-5 years of experience
Fulfilled role of psychiatric nurse with responsibility to care for 13-15 psychiatric patients.
- Perform a nursing assessment and initial plan of care within 8 hours of patient's admission.
- Participated in discharge planning and consultations.
- Maintain current knowledge of medication policies and practices, including side effects, dosage and patient response.
- Demonstrate a working knowledge of DSM IV diagnosis as evidenced by individual, group and milieu therapeutic interventions.
0-5 years of experience
Assess and respond to the rapidly changing needs of my patients
- Create and carry out care plans to help patients achieve desired objectives
- Work as charge or medication nurse on all hospital psychiatric units including adult acute, adult detox, adolescent, child and geriatric
- Perform daily nursing assessments on assigned patients including assessment of mood, suicide risk, safety risk, and narrative of patient's daily activities
- Commendation from unit managers for consistently providing thorough, objective documentation
- Selected as a "go live" specialist for my computer proficiency and teaching ability to assist with the transition from Powerchart to Epic EMR systems
- Frequent placement in charge nurse role for my ability to confidently manage a unit
0-5 years of experience
Provided patients with a safe, person-centered secure environment
- Maintained therapeutic milieu using acceptable standards
- Performed basic assessments of patients' nursing care needs
- Provided therapeutic interaction with patients to assist them in identifying sources of anxiety
- Looked after patients with severe and end enduring mental illness
0-5 years of experience
Head Triage Nurse-emergency assessment and identification of psychiatric/medical crises
- Extensive knowledge in crisis management, mental illness, substance abuse and medical plan of care
- Direct emergency psychiatric and medical care to the adult, elderly, child and adolescent population
- Provide intervention, medication and support to patients with acute, chronic and drug induced mental illness
- Collaborate with psychiatrists, nurse practitioners, social workers, patients and their families to establish the best method of treatment
- Work in conjunction with Main Emergency Room Charge Nurse to address the medical needs of patients
10+ years of experience
A local community hospital Registered Nurse (Per diem) Psychiatric Nurse on acute adult inpatient psychiatric unit.
- Patient assessment, administer MD ordered medications and treatments, admissions, discharges, patient and family education, therapeutic interaction with patients.
- Also worked one year full time on Transitional Care Rehab Unit Direct care included nursing assessment, med administration, pain management, wound care, patient and family education, documentation, etc.
- Patient diagnoses included MI, orthopedic surgery, stroke, pneumonia, diabetes, and other illness or injury requiring rehabilitation.
- Followed interdisciplinary model with MD, PT, OT, SLP, and MSW.
0-5 years of experience
Provides care for patients experiencing acute mental distress on a 23-bed adult behavioral health unit.
- Assesses the physical and mental status of patients and works to establish a treatment plan
- Conducts nursing admission assessments and discharge planning
- Implements, evaluates and documents patient care interventions including medication administration and stabilization and documents patient responses to all treatments.
- Performs crisis intervention/prevention procedures to ensure patient/staff safety
- Assesses patient/family learning needs and provides and documents psycho-educational interventions by utilizing a variety of therapeutic modalities including group, constant observations, educational materials, etc.
- Collaborates with other members of the healthcare team including psychiatrists, physicians, case managers, occupational therapists, etc. to ensure continuity of care and best practice treatment
- Acts in accordance with facility policy and appropriate nursing standards of care
6-10 years of experience
Provided individual, group and family therapy
- Member of emergency services team, providing on-call services to the community
- Facilitated Partial Hospitalization Program for SPMI population
- Provided medication management for psychiatric outpatients
6-10 years of experience
Provide professional nursing care to emotionally disturbed and/or mentally ill patients for Behavioral Health and Recovery Services
- Work with clinical and case management staff to coordinate care and assist in treatment plans for patients
- Conducts intake assessments through interviews with patients and relatives to gather case history
- Make nursing diagnosis of the medical and emotional status of patients and recommends treatment options
- Administers and notes reactions to psychotropic drugs and other medications and assists in maintaining a safe and secure environment for patients
- Performs administrative assignments such as filing, answering phones, typing, and completing progress notes in the computer system.
- May exercise supervision over lower level staff.
0-5 years of experience
Serve as a psychiatric nurse caring for clients with medical & psychiatric illness
- Worked intensive treatment acute & chronic child & adolescent, additions, eating disorder, young adults and geriatrics
- Medical health evaluation with complete medical history
- Mental Health Status Admission assessment
- Develop and implement individual treatment plan
- Administer & assess the effects of prescribed medication
0-5 years of experience
Provides long term residential care nursing for up to thirty-two individuals with cognitive, psychiatric, and physical disabilities.
- Functions as an interdisciplinary team member within a residential care facility, involved in planning, implementing, teaching and assessing the efficacy of health care interventions, while promoting a sense of dignity and addressing individual needs.
- Schedules daily shift assignments for RNs and LPNs.
- Participates on interview committees for perspective LPN and RN applicants.
- Involved in the orientation and mentoring of newly hired nurses.
- Participates on committee to oversee unusual incident reports and recommends corrective action strategies.
0-5 years of experience
Provided compassionate, and empathetic care to patient in a safe, therapeutic environment.
- Monitoring monthly vital signs and medication reconciliation, ensuring accuracy.
- Working with numerous Psychiatrists to ensure patients are receiving quality care.
- Scheduling patient's appointments for medical doctor visits, labs, x-ray and special procedures.
- Handling all pharmacy refills and calling in new Rx for patients, guaranteeing accuracy.
- Educating patients on various health awareness and health prevention groups related to, patients age group.
- Admissions and Discharges from the program.
- Handling intakes for admission to program which include, all prior authorizations from patient's insurance companies.
0-5 years of experience
Responsible for providing ongoing medication management and supportive psychotherapy to private pay patients
- Assess and treat individuals suffering from a myriad of psychiatric disorders including thought disorders, mood disorders, personality disorders, substance abuse, anxiety, and ADHD
- In-depth knowledge of psychiatric as well as medical medications; provide medication education to clients
- Perform comprehensive psychiatric evaluations for new patients to determine diagnosis and course of treatment
- Thorough charting and documentation of client care and both written and e-prescribing of medications
- Close collaboration with therapists and other providers involved in the treatment of patients
6-10 years of experience
Responsible for administering doctor ordered psychiatric medications to patients
- Perform intake during patient's admission and daily assessments
- Create and implement nursing groups with staff
- Assist and document crisis interventions for at risk patients
- Oversee direct care staff who work on the therapeutic milieu
- Counsel families and patients whom are suffering from mental health illnesses
- Fill in as nursing supervisor on a regular basis
0-5 years of experience
Provides professional nursing services appropriate to individuals diagnosed with mental illness, in long term mental illness facility
- Treatment plan to facilitate patients' stabilization, recovery and discharge.
- Administers medications and treatments
- Facilitate educational and wellness groups
- Assisting patients with ADL's and skills to live in the community
- Supervise Licensed Practical Nurses and Therapy Aides
10+ years of experience
- Performed Charge Nurse Duties, staffed a 140 bed unit, responded to psychiatric and medical emergencies, disseminated and delegated tasks to other RN's, LPN's and nurse aids.
- Provided care for adults and children in an acute setting, administered medications, treatments, and provided groups: anger management, coping skills, substance abuse, and STD prevention and medication education. Precepted new employees.
- Assist with deescalating hostile and aggressive patients by use of least restrictive interventions, and proactively ensure safety of patients and staff.
- North Carolina Interventions Instructor: provided initial and annual training in personal safety skills and therapeutic interventions.
6-10 years of experience
- Completed Admission Health Assessments.
- Developed individualized nursing care plans.
- Administered prescribed medications.
- Participated in multidisciplinary patient care staffing.
- Assisted physician with physical examinations.
- Directed group and individual therapy sessions involving symptom awareness, medication education and life skills.
- Provided clinical supervision to Mental Health Program Specialists and LPN's
- Charge Nurse Duties.
0-5 years of experience
Provide nursing care to patients depending on their needs.
- Comprehensive assessments on new patients, compiling and evaluating both the medical and mental health history.
- Maintain interpersonal relationship with staff, patients, families and community.
- Administered medications as ordered by the physician.
- Care plans for each patient, describing the treatment methods and goals, including medications, therapy and other behavioral management systems.
- Crisis Intervention during a time of crises.
- Patient monitoring to know whether there is any improvement to medical or psychological.
0-5 years of experience
Working high acuity rapid stabilization unit, caring for patients in psychiatric crisis or detoxing from drugs/alcohol.
- Meet daily in treatment teams to coordinate total care for best patient outcomes.
- Monitor and assess patients daily to ensure success of treatment modalities.
- Provide rapid response to psychiatric and medical emergencies throughout the facility to maintain high standards of patient care.
- Manage team of behavioral health technicians to optimize patient safety on the unit.
0-5 years of experience
Provide in home care to patients with a variety of diagnosis, including psychiatric conditions.
- Ability to perform in an environment where critical thinking is a must.
- Perform wound care including wound vacs, central line management, lab draws, PT/INR monitoring via anticoagulant machine, tracheostomy management, and many other skills.
- Responsible for contacting managing physician to inform of patient status and work closely to keep patient in their home.
- Supervisory in-home visits of LPNs and Home Health Aides.
0-5 years of experience
Evaluate patients for psychiatric and medical needs upon arrival to the unit.
- Create an individualized plan of care for new patients.
- Coordinate with physicians and case management to meet individual patient needs.
- Deescalate agitated and combative patients.
- Administer prescribed oral and intravenous medications for psychiatric and medical issues.
- Communicate therapeutically with patients diagnosed with a variety of psychiatric disorders.
- Perform charge nurse duties and orient new staff members to the unit.
- Collaborate with crisis-team upon admission of new patients.
0-5 years of experience
Conduct mental health status assessments and suicide risk assessments.
- Address physical health needs as needed.
- Administer injectable medications as ordered and participate in patient education.
- Assess for extrapyramidal symptoms and other adverse effects of medication.
- Document changes in health status and report as needed.
- Communicate with outside entities on behalf of patients.
- Document client related activities electronically.
- Assist with crisis interventions as needed.
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