TERRY J SHURVELL
PRINCE ALBERT,SK
Summary
Knowledgeable Community Mental Health Nurse skilled in delivering expert care, assessing patients and developing treatment plans. Familiar with current treatment strategies and evidence-based therapeutic approaches.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Community Mental Health Nurse
Saskatchewan Health Authority
Prince Albert, Saskatchewan
01.2007 - Current
- Organized outreach events to connect individuals with local resources for mental health care.
- Actively participated in quality improvement projects aimed at improving patient outcomes.
- Facilitated support groups for individuals living with mental illness.
- Researched best practices in community mental health nursing and shared findings with colleagues.
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Saskatchewan Health Authority
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
01.2004 - 02.2022
- Provided comprehensive care to patients suffering from mental health issues.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient care services provided in accordance with agency policy and procedures.
- Assisted in developing individual rehabilitation plans for clients based on their needs.
- Coordinated discharge planning activities for psychiatric patients.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans.
- Performed physical and mental assessments of psychiatric patients.
- Assisted with crisis intervention when needed.
- Encouraged positive behavior change by reinforcing desired behaviors through reward systems.
- Administered medications according to physician orders.
- Supported the development of therapeutic relationships between clients and providers.
- Coached clients on healthy coping skills such as relaxation techniques or stress management strategies.
- Provided emotional support to family members of psychiatric patients during difficult times.
- Instructed individuals on how to cope with their mental health conditions through lifestyle changes, such as diet or exercise regimens.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Inpatient Psychiatric Nurse
Corrections Canada Regional Psychiatric Centre
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
01.2007 - 09.2014
- Observed changes in behavior among prisoners that could indicate a need for intervention or further evaluation by a mental health professional.
- Provided education to inmates on disease prevention, healthy living habits, and nutrition.
- Managed emergency situations within the correctional facility including responding to medical emergencies or crises.
- Provided mental health counseling services to inmates regarding emotional issues or behavioral problems.
- Conducted initial assessments of new inmates upon admission into the correctional facility.
- Administered medications to inmates according to physician's orders.
- Developed individualized treatment plans for each inmate based on their medical history and current condition.
- Facilitated communication between prison staff and outside healthcare providers concerning inmate medical needs.
- Identified issues related to mental health conditions and recommended specific therapies for patients.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Correctional Nurse
Pinegrove Correctional Facility
Prince Albert, , Saskatchewan
03.2023 - Current
- Complied with all security regulations within prison system and administered care in safest possible environment.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Created and implemented care plans for prisoners suffering from chronic conditions.
- Treated variety of illnesses affecting offenders in close quarters.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
Education
Diploma in Psychiatric Nursing - Psychiatric Nursing
Brandon University
Brandon, MB08-1991
Skills
- Mental health counseling
- Suicide Prevention
- Motivational Interviewing
- Behavior Modification
- Clinical Documentation
- Patient Education
- Documentation
- Excellent Communication
Affiliations
- biking weight lifting gardening
Certification
- Registered Psychiatric Nurse Association of Saskatchewan
Timeline
Correctional Nurse
Pinegrove Correctional Facility
03.2023 - Current
Community Mental Health Nurse
Saskatchewan Health Authority
01.2007 - Current
Inpatient Psychiatric Nurse
Corrections Canada Regional Psychiatric Centre
01.2007 - 09.2014
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Saskatchewan Health Authority
01.2004 - 02.2022
Diploma in Psychiatric Nursing - Psychiatric Nursing
Brandon University
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