Psychiatric Nurse Resume Example

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SARAH JOHN
PSYCHIATRIC NURSE
sarah@company.com
(912) 55522-4321
San Francisco, California, CA 94115
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Dedicated and empathetic Psychiatric Nurse with over 7 years of experience in delivering comprehensive mental health care to diverse patient populations. Adept at assessing and diagnosing a wide range of psychiatric conditions, developing and implementing individualized treatment plans, and providing both pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions. Demonstrated ability to effectively manage crisis situations and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes. Strong communicator with a natural ability to establish rapport and trust with patients and their families, while fostering a supportive and therapeutic environment. Committed to ongoing professional development and staying current with the latest evidence-based practices in psychiatric nursing.
EXPERIENCE

XYZ Hospital - Psychiatric Nurse
02/2018 - current
NYC, New York
  • Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team to assess, diagnose, and treat patients with mental health disorders, including schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, anxiety, and depression
  • Administered medications as prescribed by psychiatrists, while monitoring for side effects and efficacy
  • Conducted individual and group therapy sessions, using various therapeutic techniques, such as cognitive-behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, and motivational interviewing
  • Developed and maintained therapeutic relationships with patients, while encouraging autonomy and self-care
  • Implemented and documented individualized treatment plans, ensuring the delivery of comprehensive care to patients
  • Provided education and support to patients' families, fostering greater understanding of mental health conditions and treatment plans
  • Participated in ongoing training and professional development, staying current with best practices in psychiatric nursing
ABC Hospital - Registered Nurse
01/2015 - 01/2018
Austin, Texas
  • Provided compassionate and evidence-based nursing care to patients in various settings, including medical-surgical, emergency, and critical care units
  • Assessed and documented patients' conditions, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement treatment plans
  • Administered medications, performed treatments, and monitored vital signs, ensuring patient safety and well-being
  • Educated patients and their families on disease management and prevention, promoting healthy lifestyle choices
  • Demonstrated strong communication and interpersonal skills, establishing rapport with patients and colleagues
EDUCATION

New York University (NYU) - Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
01/2013 - 03/2017
NYC, New York
SKILLS

Psychiatric assessment and diagnosis
Medication administration and management
Crisis intervention and prevention
Therapeutic communication techniques
Patient and family education
Conflict resolution and problem-solving
Electronic health records (EHR) proficiency
Multidisciplinary team collaboration
CERTIFICATIONS

Registered Nurse (RN) License, [State]
Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing Certification (PMH-BC) from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification from the American Heart Association
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certification
LANGUAGES

English
Spanish