Jennifer Glispie
Fairview Heights
Summary
Psychiatric Nursing Professional with strong background in psychiatric-mental health, skilled in patient assessment, treatment planning, and therapeutic interventions. Known for fostering team collaboration and adapting to evolving healthcare needs. Expertise in clinical decision-making, patient advocacy, and mental health education. Reliable and results-driven, consistently delivering high-quality patient care.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Psychiatric Charge Nurse
Gateway Regional Medical Center
2022.08 - Current
- Collaborated with psychiatrists on medication management protocols to ensure appropriate prescription practices for each patient''s unique needs.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Managed psychiatric emergencies effectively, utilizing crisis intervention techniques to maintain safety for all involved parties.
- Administered medication and treatments to patients to observe and record responses.
- Provided direct quality care to patients by monitoring, recording and evaluating psychiatric conditions.
PMHNP Student
Walden University
2021.03 - 2024.11
- Improved patient outcomes through thorough assessments and accurate diagnoses.
- Championed continuous quality improvement initiatives within the clinical environment, identifying areas for potential enhancement and implementing targeted solutions accordingly.
- Educated patients on medication management strategies for optimal compliance and treatment effectiveness.
- Streamlined documentation processes to maintain accurate and updated patient records efficiently.
- Provided high-quality psychiatric care for diverse populations, addressing complex mental health issues.
Registered Nurse
Favorite Nurses Healthcare Staffing
2020.11 - 2022.08
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
Inpatient Psychiatric Nurse
Gateway Regional Medical Center
2016.01 - 2020.11
- Improved patient care by implementing evidence-based practices in the psychiatric nursing process.
- Developed strong rapport with patients through empathetic engagement and genuine interest in their wellbeing.
- Assisted physicians in conducting psychiatric assessments, providing valuable insights into patients'' conditions and treatment progress.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of psychiatric nursing.
- Utilized crisis intervention skills to de-escalate volatile situations, ensuring the safety of all individuals involved.
Education
Psychiatric Nursing
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN2024-11
Associate of Science - Nursing
Breckinridge School of Nursing
Earth City, MO2015-12
Skills
- Suicide risk assessment
- Inpatient psychiatric care
- Staff training and development
- Mental health counseling
- Behavioral management
- De-escalation techniques
- Therapeutic communication
- Direct patient care
Timeline
Psychiatric Charge Nurse
Gateway Regional Medical Center
2022.08 - Current
PMHNP Student
Walden University
2021.03 - 2024.11
Registered Nurse
Favorite Nurses Healthcare Staffing
2020.11 - 2022.08
Inpatient Psychiatric Nurse
Gateway Regional Medical Center
2016.01 - 2020.11
Psychiatric Nursing
Walden University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Breckinridge School of Nursing