Darci Proudlove
Lake Cowichan,BC
Summary
Compassionate Registered Psychiatric Nurse with experience offering comprehensive patient care in outpatient environments. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care. Analytical and strategic Registered Psychiatric Nurse with excellent problem-solving and time management skills. Organized, efficient and always willing to go the extra mile to meet expectations. Caring Nurse with 12 years of experience in diverse healthcare organizations working with Mental Health and Substance use patients. Adept at introducing detailed care plans and coordinating patient care through interdisciplinary collaboration. Demonstrated expertise in physical, psychosocial, developmental and educational aspects of nursing care for all patients and families.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Psychiatric Nurse
Vancouver Coastal Health Authority
2023.04 - Current
- Increased access to healthcare services for underserved populations through targeted outreach initiatives and partnerships with local organizations.
- Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing comprehensive care plans tailored to individual needs.
- Collaborated with primary care providers to ensure timely referrals and appropriate healthcare services for at-risk patients.
- Contributed to the development of policies and procedures that improved the efficiency of the outreach nursing program.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of implemented interventions periodically by tracking measurable indicators such as reduced emergency room visits and improved health outcomes.
- Strengthened patient adherence to treatment plans by providing ongoing support, education, and resources.
- Identified gaps in healthcare delivery within the community by analyzing data trends and making recommendations for improvement.
- Promoted preventive care by organizing community health fairs, screenings, and immunization events.
- Provided culturally sensitive nursing care to diverse populations, taking into account unique social, cultural, and linguistic needs.
- Participated in interdisciplinary case conferences with other healthcare professionals to review complex cases and develop comprehensive care plans for high-risk patients.
- Facilitated continuity of care by maintaining detailed records on patients'' conditions, progress, and interventions provided during home visits.
- Streamlined communication between healthcare providers and patients by acting as a liaison during transitions of care from hospital to home settings.
- Served as a resource for community members by providing information on available healthcare services, insurance options, and navigating the healthcare system.
- Educated patients on their rights and responsibilities in regards to their healthcare, fostering patient autonomy and informed decisionmaking.
- Conducted assessments of patients'' mental health status during home visits to identify potential risks or challenges requiring further intervention or support from specialized professionals.
- Developed strong relationships with key stakeholders in the community such as schools, churches, senior centers, homeless shelters to promote awareness about available healthcare services.
- Reduced hospital readmissions through proactive follow-ups with patients and close collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
- Empowered patients to manage their chronic diseases more effectively through personalized coaching sessions on nutrition, exercise, medication management, and stress reduction techniques.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
Registered Psychiatric Nurse
CDH Emergency
2023.12 - Current
- Assessment of Psychiatric patients.
- Secure Rooms.
- Medical Overflow.
- Withdrawal management Opiate and ETOH (Suboxone and Methadone management).
- Educated patients and families about mental health, diagnoses and treatment options.
- Explained useful coping methods to relieve depression and anxiety.
- Deescalated agitated patients using verbal interventions before resorting to physical restraints or seclusion when necessary.
- Administered psychotropic medications as prescribed, monitoring side effects and adjusting dosages as needed under physician guidance.
- Developed successful discharge plans to help continuity of care upon patient release.
- Administered medication and treatments to patients to observe and record responses.
Registered Psychiatric Nurse
NRGH PES
2021.12 - Current
- Psychiatric Emergency Nurse.
- Assessment and treatment of patients with Acute Mental Health and Substance use disorders.
- Withdrawal management Opiate and ETOH (Suboxone and Methadone management),
- Medical and Psychiatric management.
- Youth Crisis Response.
Registered Psychiatric Nurse
CDH Emergency
2021.01 - Current
- Crisis Response, Assessment of Psychiatric Patients, Community and Hospital Consultations, Substance Use Support, Withdrawal management Opiate and ETOH (Suboxone and Methadone management), Community Liaison and Support, Child and Youth
Registered Psychiatric Nurse
CDH 4 South
2021.06 - 2023.08
- Administered medication and treatments to patients to observe and record responses.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for effective treatment planning and optimal patient outcomes.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions on various topics such as coping strategies, stress management, and medication adherence for improved patient understanding.
- Provided direct quality care to patients by monitoring, recording and evaluating psychiatric conditions.
- Monitored vital signs, nutritional intake and signs and symptoms of complications to report deviations to supervisor.
- Conducted suicide risk assessments for at-risk individuals promptly addressing any concerns identified throughout the evaluation process.
- Managed challenging patient behaviors with patience and empathy, utilizing therapeutic interventions to help individuals regain control over their emotions.
- Oversaw care of suicidal patients and acted swiftly to reduce risk of harm to themselves or others.
- Served as a resource person for colleagues seeking guidance on complex psychiatric cases or clinical challenges encountered within the unit.
- Advocated for patients'' rights and best interests during treatment team meetings, collaborating effectively with medical professionals from diverse disciplines.
- Reduced incidents of self-harm by providing appropriate supervision and timely intervention during crisis situations.
- Promoted a safe and supportive environment through consistent enforcement of unit rules and boundaries.
- Responded to numerous volatile situations and violent outbreaks to restore safety and security of patients and staff.
- Performed patient assessments to monitor expected response to medications and altering treatment plans.
- Monitored primary care needs for patients to coordinate access to appropriate providers.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Registered Psychiatric Nurse
Cowichan Lodge
2021.09 - 2023.06
- Casual Adult Tertiary and Seniors Mental Health
- Monitored vital signs, nutritional intake and signs and symptoms of complications to report deviations to supervisor.
- Evaluated the efficacy of implemented care plans through regular monitoring of patient progress toward established goals.
- Conducted suicide risk assessments for at-risk individuals promptly addressing any concerns identified throughout the evaluation process.
- Managed challenging patient behaviors with patience and empathy, utilizing therapeutic interventions to help individuals regain control over their emotions.
- Enhanced therapeutic communication skills through active listening and empathetic responses, fostering trust and rapport with patients.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on evidence-based practices in psychiatric nursing care delivery methods.
- Advocated for patients'' rights and best interests during treatment team meetings, collaborating effectively with medical professionals from diverse disciplines.
- Reduced incidents of self-harm by providing appropriate supervision and timely intervention during crisis situations.
- Promoted a safe and supportive environment through consistent enforcement of unit rules and boundaries.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
Registered Psychiatric Nurse
AHS
2015.09 - 2019.09
- Inpatient, Detox, Forensics
- Administered psychotropic medications as prescribed, monitoring side effects and adjusting dosages as needed under physician guidance.
- Developed successful discharge plans to help continuity of care upon patient release.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for effective treatment planning and optimal patient outcomes.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions on various topics such as coping strategies, stress management, and medication adherence for improved patient understanding.
- Provided direct quality care to patients by monitoring, recording and evaluating psychiatric conditions.
- Provided education to patients'' families regarding mental health disorders, treatment options, and community resources available for support.
- Monitored vital signs, nutritional intake and signs and symptoms of complications to report deviations to supervisor.
- Conducted suicide risk assessments for at-risk individuals promptly addressing any concerns identified throughout the evaluation process.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by fostering open communication, teamwork, and mutual respect among colleagues and patients alike.
- Managed challenging patient behaviors with patience and empathy, utilizing therapeutic interventions to help individuals regain control over their emotions.
- Oversaw care of suicidal patients and acted swiftly to reduce risk of harm to themselves or others.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on evidence-based practices in psychiatric nursing care delivery methods.
- Enhanced therapeutic communication skills through active listening and empathetic responses, fostering trust and rapport with patients.
- Coordinated with medical and paramedical professionals to provide appropriate input and effectively formulate and implement treatment plans for patients.
- Advocated for patients'' rights and best interests during treatment team meetings, collaborating effectively with medical professionals from diverse disciplines.
- Reduced incidents of self-harm by providing appropriate supervision and timely intervention during crisis situations.
RPN
Interior Health Authority
2013.04 - 2016.09
- High Acuity Inpatient
- Psychiatric Intensive Care
- Emergency mental health
- Community mental health
- Long-term care and psychogeriatric
- Child and Youth Psychiatry
Unit Coordinator/Unit Clerk
Interior Health Authority
2010.09 - 2014.09
- Assisting and coordinating the day to day activities of medical, surgical, emergency and Mental health
Unit Coordinator/Unit Clerk
Interior Health Authority
2010.09 - 2013.09
- Assisting and coordinating the day-to-day activities of medical, surgical, emergency and Mental health
Education
BsPN - Psychiatric Nursing
Douglas College
Coquitlam, BC01.2024
Advanced Diploma - Psychiatric Nursing
Stenberg College
08.2013
Psychology and Criminology
Kwantlen College
Psychology, Sociology and Criminology
Okanagan College
Unit Coordinator Certificate
Thompson Rivers Career College
Welding-Second Year apprentice
NAIT
Skills
- Psychiatric assessment
- Suicide Risk Assessment
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Discharge Planning
- Continuing education
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration
- Individualized care planning
- Family Education
- Recovery-oriented care
- Co-occurring disorders expertise
- Patient Assessments
- Medication Administration
- Crisis Intervention
- Treatment Planning
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Critical Thinking
- Patient Care Assessment
- Wound Care
- Clinical judgment
- Nutrition counseling
- HIV and AIDS care
- Mental Health Support
Timeline
Registered Psychiatric Nurse
CDH Emergency
2023.12 - Current
Registered Psychiatric Nurse
Vancouver Coastal Health Authority
2023.04 - Current
Registered Psychiatric Nurse
NRGH PES
2021.12 - Current
Registered Psychiatric Nurse
Cowichan Lodge
2021.09 - 2023.06
Registered Psychiatric Nurse
CDH 4 South
2021.06 - 2023.08
Registered Psychiatric Nurse
CDH Emergency
2021.01 - Current
Registered Psychiatric Nurse
AHS
2015.09 - 2019.09
RPN
Interior Health Authority
2013.04 - 2016.09
Unit Coordinator/Unit Clerk
Interior Health Authority
2010.09 - 2014.09
Unit Coordinator/Unit Clerk
Interior Health Authority
2010.09 - 2013.09
BsPN - Psychiatric Nursing
Douglas College
Advanced Diploma - Psychiatric Nursing
Stenberg College
Psychology and Criminology
Kwantlen College
Psychology, Sociology and Criminology
Okanagan College
Unit Coordinator Certificate
Thompson Rivers Career College
Welding-Second Year apprentice
NAIT
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