Kelly Muirhead

Psychiatric Registered Nurse

Centre for Adult Psychiatry

06.2011 - 11.2021

Maintained active licensure with CRPNM
Built trust with patients from various cultural backgrounds through culturally competent care practices tailored to individual needs.
Ensured patient safety by closely monitoring behaviors, administering medications as prescribed, and intervening during incidents of aggression or self-harm.
Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in psychiatric nursing care delivery.
Facilitated group therapy sessions for patients, fostering an open dialogue about mental health topics and coping strategies.
Managed challenging behaviors effectively through de-escalation techniques and implementation of behavior management plans.
Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress, treatment plan adjustments, and ongoing care coordination efforts.
Utilized critical thinking skills to identify subtle changes in patient behaviors or symptoms that may indicate a need for immediate intervention or reassessment of treatment plans.
Educated patients and family members about psychiatric disorders, available treatments, and community resources to promote continuity of care postdischarge.
Addressed complex psychosocial needs of patients through collaboration with social workers, case managers, therapists, and other support staff.
Advocated for patients'' rights and autonomy within the facility setting, working alongside the care team to address any concerns or barriers to optimal mental health care delivery.
Administered medications in accordance with the five rights, ensuring safe and accurate dispensing of psychotropic and non-psychotropic drugs.
Enhanced patient safety by conducting thorough assessments, identifying potential risks, and initiating appropriate interventions.
Conducted suicide risk assessments routinely to identify high-risk individuals in need of additional intervention or monitoring within the facility setting.
Led discharge planning efforts by coordinating necessary referrals, appointments, and follow-up services for successful reintegration into the community setting.
Promoted a therapeutic environment for patients, utilizing effective communication skills and maintaining professional boundaries.
Increased patient satisfaction with nursing care by providing compassionate and empathetic support during crisis situations.