San Juanita Graves
Floral
Summary
Bilingual Psychiatric Registered Nurse excelling in client education and mental health assessments. Experienced in crisis intervention and dedicated to improving patient outcomes through culturally competent care.
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Patient-oriented Nurse with 9 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments.
Thorough team contributor with strong organizational capabilities. Experienced in handling numerous projects at once while ensuring accuracy. Effective at prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines.
Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Unity Health - White County Medical Center
09.2020 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure therapeutic effectiveness.
- Conducted comprehensive mental health assessments to develop tailored care plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care and optimize treatment outcomes.
- Led crisis intervention sessions, employing de-escalation techniques to manage acute psychiatric episodes.
- Collaborated proactively with psychiatrists to adjust treatment plans based on observed changes in symptoms or behavior patterns among patients.
Psychiatric Registered Nurse, Travel
American Traveler
02.2022 - 05.2022
- Administered patient-centered psychiatric care in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
- Developed and implemented individualized treatment plans based on comprehensive assessments.
- Monitored patient behavior and response to medication, adjusting interventions as needed.
- Educated patients and families on mental health conditions, treatment options, and coping strategies.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care and improve treatment strategies.
- Built trust with patients from various cultural backgrounds through culturally competent care practices tailored to individual needs.
Registered Nurse, Program Manager
Elite Home Health Care
11.2017 - 10.2019
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Conducted thorough assessments to identify patient needs and respond with appropriate interventions.
- Managed complex case loads while maintaining high levels of accuracy in documentation and reporting.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
White River Medical Center
01.2017 - 11.2017
- Delivered patient care across multiple departments, adapting quickly to diverse clinical settings.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Administered medications and monitored vital signs to ensure patient safety and comfort.
- Mentored new nurses in best practices for patient assessment and care delivery.
- Implemented infection control protocols, reducing incidence of healthcare-associated infections.
- Educated patients and families on post-discharge care, improving overall health outcomes.
- Promoted patient advocacy by actively participating in interdisciplinary meetings and voicing concerns on behalf of patients.
Program Management Analyst, GS-12
Department of the Army
01.2004 - 01.2012
- Analyzed operational processes to identify inefficiencies and recommend improvements.
- Facilitated cross-functional collaboration to enhance project outcomes and resource allocation.
- Prepared detailed reports summarizing findings and proposed strategies for leadership review.
- Implemented performance metrics to evaluate program effectiveness and drive continuous improvement.
- Improved operational efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing best practices in management analysis.
- Developed comprehensive reports, providing valuable insights into business performance and aiding in strategic planning efforts.
- Served as a subject matter expert on management analysis principles, providing valuable counsel to stakeholders during critical business planning sessions.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for process improvement and increased productivity.
SGT/E-5
US Army
07.1996 - 12.1999
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions, and make decisions.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
University of Arkansas Community College of Batesville
Batesville12-2016
Bachelor of Science - Human Resources Management
Upper Iowa University
Fayette, IA10-2009
Skills
- Mental health evaluation
- Direct patient care
- Clinical documentation
- Patient assessments
- Client education
- Empathy development
- Fluent in Spanish
Affiliations
Veterans of Foreign Wars
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Psychiatric Registered Nurse, Travel
American Traveler
02.2022 - 05.2022
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Unity Health - White County Medical Center
09.2020 - Current
Registered Nurse, Program Manager
Elite Home Health Care
11.2017 - 10.2019
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
White River Medical Center
01.2017 - 11.2017
Program Management Analyst, GS-12
Department of the Army
01.2004 - 01.2012
SGT/E-5
US Army
07.1996 - 12.1999
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
University of Arkansas Community College of Batesville
Bachelor of Science - Human Resources Management
Upper Iowa University