To thrive in a challenging psychiatric nursing position where my skills, positive attitude, experience, and excellent interpersonal and communication skills will benefit your organization.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Psychiatric Nurse
Elizabeth Fry Society of Greater Vancouver
11.2024 - Current
Responsible for planning and delivering female-centered care for women with substance use disorders through holistic approaches, accurate psychopharmacological administration, and accurate documentation.
Registered Psychiatric Nurse
Fraser Health Authority
08.2022 - 01.2024
Provided comprehensive patient care in a high-stakes environment, including crisis intervention and therapeutic engagement.
Registered Psychiatric Nurse
Kent Federal Correctional Center
07.2021 - 08.2022
Delivered mental health services, specializing in crisis intervention and substance abuse management within a correctional facility.
Registered Psychiatric Casual Nurse
Fraser Regional and Ford Mountain Correctional Center
01.2020 - 12.2023
Conducted health status reporting and participated in community and discharge planning.
Registered Psychiatric Casual Nurse
Victoria Regional Forensic Clinic
03.2017 - 01.2020
Focused on therapeutic engagement and crisis management in a forensic setting.
Registered Psychiatric Nurse
Seven Oaks Tertiary Mental Health Facility
04.2015 - 10.2022
Assessed patient health status, developed care plans, and led therapeutic sessions.
Education
Psychiatric Nursing Diploma -
Stenberg College
Surrey, B.C.
05.2015
Community Support Work Diploma - undefined
Sprott Shaw Community College
Victoria, B.C.
10.2010
Bachelor of Commerce - Entrepreneurial Management
Royal Roads University
Victoria, B.C.
01.2007
Skills
Proficient in assessing and planning patient care, utilizing physical and mental health assessment tools to document and monitor results effectively
Knowledgeable in the diagnosis and treatment of behavioral, social-emotional, and mental health/psychiatric issues in adults
Skilled in the application of de-escalation techniques to help manage client emotions and behaviors
Experienced in group and/or one-to-one therapy sessions, both individually and with other health professionals
Encouraged clients to take part in psychosocial rehabilitation activities in a manner that promotes a recovery-based approach to healthcare
Capable of creating a therapeutic alliance with clients and their families to provide care centered on empathy, warmth, honesty, and congruency
Knowledgeable in the biopsychosocial spiritual model of care and best practices for co-occurring disorders
Timeline
Registered Psychiatric Nurse
Elizabeth Fry Society of Greater Vancouver
11.2024 - Current
Registered Psychiatric Nurse
Fraser Health Authority
08.2022 - 01.2024
Registered Psychiatric Nurse
Kent Federal Correctional Center
07.2021 - 08.2022
Registered Psychiatric Casual Nurse
Fraser Regional and Ford Mountain Correctional Center
Residential Support Worker (Addictions) at Elizabeth Fry Society of Greater VancouverResidential Support Worker (Addictions) at Elizabeth Fry Society of Greater Vancouver