Joseph Yawe
Paso Robles
Summary
Detail-oriented Registered Nurse with strong skills patient assessments, and safety compliance. Committed to delivering individualized care that enhances patient outcomes.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Department Of State Hospitals-Atascadero
Atascadero, CA
12.2020 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders to ensure patient safety and compliance.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient condition to inform care decisions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on treatment protocols, promoting understanding and adherence to care instructions.
- Promoted milieu therapy while monitoring and ensuring safety of individuals under my care.
- Provided, monitored and encouraged individuals to attend treatment groups as assigned in their individualized treatment plans.
Certified Psychiatric Technician
Department Of State Hospitals-Atascadero
Atascadero, CA
05.2015 - 12.2020
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure safety and compliance with treatment plans.
- Assisted in the development and implementation of individualized care plans for patients with mental health disorders.
- Conducted therapeutic activities to promote emotional stability and social interaction among patients.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to assess patient needs and adjust treatment strategies accordingly.
- Monitored milieu therapy and assisted individuals to meet their ADLs.
- Assisted individuals under my care to meet their discharge or transitional goals.
Certified Phlebotomist Technician
Diagnostic Laboratories and Radiology
Burbank, CA
08.2008 - 05.2013
- Collected blood samples following strict safety protocols and quality standards.
- Performed venipunctures and capillary draws with precision to ensure accurate testing results.
- Maintained patient records, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with health regulations.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to streamline specimen processing and improve turnaround times.
- Collected other laboratory specimens such as urine, stool, sputum, culture swaps, and other tissues.
- Processed specimens and safely transported them to the main laboratory for farther workup.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Cuesta College
San Luis Obispo, CA05-2020
Certificate - PSYCHIATRIC TECHNICIAN
Cuesta College
San Luis Obispo, CA05-2015
No Degree - Phlebotomy Technician
Wagner Training Institute
Redlands, CA05-2008
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Department Of State Hospitals-Atascadero
12.2020 - Current
Certified Psychiatric Technician
Department Of State Hospitals-Atascadero
05.2015 - 12.2020
Certified Phlebotomist Technician
Diagnostic Laboratories and Radiology
08.2008 - 05.2013
Associate of Science - Nursing
Cuesta College
Certificate - PSYCHIATRIC TECHNICIAN
Cuesta College
No Degree - Phlebotomy Technician
Wagner Training Institute