JENESSA HATFIELD
Grande Prairie,AB
Summary
A recent Stenberg College's Psychiatric Nursing Diploma program graduate with a provisional psychiatric nursing license in Alberta. Dedicated to providing high-quality, evidence-based care in acute psychiatric settings. Skilled in assessing mental and physical health, implementing personalized interventions, and collaborating effectively within multidisciplinary teams to stabilize patients. Demonstrated commitment to supporting recovery through expertise in de-escalation techniques, therapeutic communication, and care planning.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Final Preceptorship (Student Nurse)
Community Mental Health
09.2024 - 12.2024
- Advocated for client well-being and provided holistic, patient-centered care through effective collaboration with a multidisciplinary team
- Conducted comprehensive mental status exams (MSEs) and contributed to care plans, ensuring alignment with client needs and treatment goals
- Independently managed injection clinics, including depot injections, enhancing confidence and precision in administering medications
- Demonstrated a non-judgmental, empathetic approach when working with diverse populations, including Indigenous clients, fostering trust and therapeutic relationships
- Participated in group therapy sessions and utilized therapeutic communication to address client concerns, stressors, and mental health challenges
Owner/Dispatcher
Hydra Trucking
01.2014 - 01.2020
- Directed dispatching and logistics under high-stress conditions
- Demonstrated adaptability and quick decision-making in fast-paced environments
- Built strong communication skills by managing customer relations and resolving concerns
Family Support Coordinator and Group Home Team Lead
Accredited Supportive Living Services
01.2011 - 01.2016
- Managed a caseload of 60-100 families, applying person-centered care principles
- Designed individualized support plans, enhancing therapeutic rapport
- Promoted community inclusion and increased awareness of ASLS services
- Supervised group home teams, ensuring compliance with care standards
- Led conflict resolution efforts and facilitated intake for high-needs individuals
Education
Diploma - Psychiatric Nursing
Stenberg College
01.2025
Practical Nursing -
Northern Lakes College
04-2010
Skills
- Acute Psychiatric Care
- Collaborative Care Planning
- Therapeutic Communication
- Knowledge of Psychotropic Medications
- Trauma-Informed Care
- Medication administration
- Team collaboration
- Care plan implementation
- Nursing assessments
- Patient advocacy
- Health promotion
- Care plan management
Certification
- WHMIS
- Provincial Code Red
- Violence Prevention Modules 1-8
- TCPS 2: CORE (Course on Research Ethics)
- SFA/CPR-HCP-AED
- Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI)
Timeline
Final Preceptorship (Student Nurse)
Community Mental Health
09.2024 - 12.2024
Owner/Dispatcher
Hydra Trucking
01.2014 - 01.2020
Family Support Coordinator and Group Home Team Lead
Accredited Supportive Living Services
01.2011 - 01.2016
Diploma - Psychiatric Nursing
Stenberg College
Practical Nursing -
Northern Lakes College
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