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Jaleesa Banks

Lancaster

Summary

Knowledgeable Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with solid foundation in psychiatric care and mental health treatment. Professional with a substantial background working with diverse patient populations in various healthcare settings. Demonstrated expertise in patient assessment and individualized care planning. Utilizes therapeutic communication and evidence-based practices to enhance patient outcome. Skilled in patient assessment, diagnosis, and therapeutic interventions. Collaborative team player, adaptable to changing needs, and reliable in achieving results. Known for excellent communication, empathy, and critical thinking skills.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit

Palmdale Regional Medical Center
08.2023 - Current
  • Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while educating family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Promoted a safe environment by enforcing infection control policies and maintaining a clean, organized workspace.
  • Demonstrated advanced critical thinking skills while managing complex clinical situations involving multiple organ systems failures in critically ill patients.

Correctional Registered Nurse

California City Correctional Facility
11.2022 - 06.2023
  • Performed mental health evaluations when warranted and recommended patients to therapists.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
  • Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
  • Complied with all security regulations within prison system and administered care in safest possible environment.
  • Stabilized prisoners suffering from falls, stab wounds or other injuries prior to hospital transfer.

Registered Nurse, ICU

Antelope Valley Hospital
06.2021 - 12.2022
  • Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
  • Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.

Licensed Vocational Nurse, Registered Nurse

Homeliving Health Providers, Inc.
08.2018 - 09.2021
  • Assessed and recorded patients vital signs, intake and output, and blood glucose and recorded in medical records.
  • Collaborated with RN on evaluation of care plan outcomes, implementing or adjusting interventions accordingly.
  • Administered prescribed medications, and intramuscular injections per agency protocol.

Education

Master of Science - Psychiatric Mental HEalth Nurse Practitioner

Charles R. Drew University of Medicine And Science
Los Angeles, CA
11.2023

Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science

Chamberlain University
Downers Grove, IL
04.2022

Associate of Science - Nursing Science

Antelope Valley College
Lancaster, CA
12.2020

Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences: Social/Behavioral

Antelope Valley College
Lancaster, CA
06.2015

Associate of Arts - Kinesiology

Antelope Valley College
Lancaster, CA
12.2014

Vocational Nursing

University of Antelope Valley
Lancaster, CA
04.2012

Massage Therapy

University of Antelope Valley
Lancaster, CA
08.2008

Skills

  • Suicide risk assessment
  • Clinical documentation
  • Individualized treatment planning
  • Patient health education
  • Medication management
  • Psychiatric evaluation
  • Psychotherapy techniques
  • Excellent teamwork and Collaboration
  • Exceptional Communication
  • Telepsychiatry
  • Crisis intervention

Certification

  • Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (Across the lifespan) Certification (PMHNP-BC), expires 2030
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) , expires 06/2027
  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), expires 06/2027
  • Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP), expires 09/2025
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), expires 01/2026
  • Intravenous Therapy (IV)
  • Blood Withdrawal

Student organization

  • California Nursing Student Association (CNSA). Communication Director (2020). Over 300 volunteer hours. Volunteer hours include: Kaiser flu clinic, Multiple Sclerosis walk, Directing and recording nursing skills, Plasma donation, Practice Practicum, Be the match, Meet and greet and the Young Marines.
  • Student Nurses Association Club (SNAC). Co-Vice President (2020). Provided leadership skills, planning and fundraising for the pinning ceremony.
  • National Student Nurse Association (NSNA) 2021
  • California Massage Therapy Council (CAMTC) 2008-2025

Timeline

Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit

Palmdale Regional Medical Center
08.2023 - Current

Correctional Registered Nurse

California City Correctional Facility
11.2022 - 06.2023

Registered Nurse, ICU

Antelope Valley Hospital
06.2021 - 12.2022

Licensed Vocational Nurse, Registered Nurse

Homeliving Health Providers, Inc.
08.2018 - 09.2021

Master of Science - Psychiatric Mental HEalth Nurse Practitioner

Charles R. Drew University of Medicine And Science

Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science

Chamberlain University

Associate of Science - Nursing Science

Antelope Valley College

Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences: Social/Behavioral

Antelope Valley College

Associate of Arts - Kinesiology

Antelope Valley College

Vocational Nursing

University of Antelope Valley

Massage Therapy

University of Antelope Valley

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