Patricia Mikulan
Pasadena
Summary
Psychiatric registered nurse with over seven years of experience in acute psychiatric hospital settings, specializing in care for patients with mental illness and substance dependence. Proficient in crisis stabilization and de-escalation techniques, ensuring patient safety and comfort. Skilled in managing admissions and discharges, along with dispensing psychiatric medications effectively.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Huntington Hospital
Pasadena
10.2022 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive mental health assessments for diverse patient populations.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop tailored treatment strategies.
- Educated patients and families on mental health conditions and treatment options to enhance understanding and engagement in care.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure adherence to care plans and optimize treatment outcomes.
- Documented patient progress and interventions in electronic health records to maintain accurate and accessible patient information.
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Aurora Las Encinas Hospital
Pasadena
05.2019 - Current
- Evaluate patient care needs, prioritize treatment, and maintain patient flow in an acute psychiatric setting.
- Managed volatile situations to stabilize crises and ensure patient safety and security.
- Assess patients in active withdrawal and provide interventions to manage physical and psychological withdrawal symptoms.
- Performed daily mental status assessments and monitored expected response to medications, altering treatment plans accordingly.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication to identify and address sources of patient anxiety.
- Monitored vital signs and nutritional intake, reporting deviations and symptoms of complications to physician.
LVN
Comfort Choice Hospice
Los Angeles
01.2015 - 03.2019
- Provided palliative care to patients, including physical assessments, pain, and chronic disease management.
- Wound care, catheter care, and g-tube care as part of comprehensive support.
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors, and communicated concerns to RN Case Manager.
- Identified opportunities to improve treatment, making recommendations to improve care and outcomes.
LVN Care Manager
Independent Living Systems, Inc.
Glendale
01.2016 - 11.2016
- Managed case load of 120 high-risk patients at Kaiser Permanente, reducing likelihood of return to E.R. or hospitalization.
- Facilitated weekly interdisciplinary meetings with hospital RNs and doctors to discuss progress and collaboratively address challenges in complex cases.
- Assessed patient's level of care needed at home and ensure adequate care is provided.
- Home assessment for safety, including environmental safety and safe medication administration.
- Provided resources to family and patient to ensure at-home and self care needs are adequately met, including medication compliance.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT08.2022
Associate of Science - Nursing
Glendale Career College
Glendale, CA12.2018
Skills
- Psychiatric assessment
- Medication Administration
- Crisis Intervention
- Acute Psychiatric Care Expertise
- Case Management
- Chronic disease management
- Insulin medication assistance
- Electronic health records
- Strong clinical judgment
Patient Relationships
Certification
ACLS/BLS
VIP/MAB CERTIFICATION
Timeline
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Huntington Hospital
10.2022 - Current
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Aurora Las Encinas Hospital
05.2019 - Current
LVN Care Manager
Independent Living Systems, Inc.
01.2016 - 11.2016
LVN
Comfort Choice Hospice
01.2015 - 03.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Glendale Career College