Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
References
Awards
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Charity Rochon

Webb City
Charity Rochon

Summary

Compassionate Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner specializing in mental health care. Expertise in crisis intervention and therapeutic communication to improve patient outcomes. Utilizes electronic health records for accurate documentation and promotes team collaboration for comprehensive care.

Overview

14
years of professional experience
1
Certificate

Work History

Kansas Renewal Institute
Fort Scott

Registered Nurse
01.2025 - Current

Job overview

  • Delivered mental health nursing care in adolescent residential hospital, supporting patient recovery and well-being.
  • Administered medications following established protocols and physician orders.
  • Monitored vital signs, promptly communicating significant changes to healthcare providers to ensure timely interventions.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of care in electronic health record systems, enhancing continuity of patient care.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.

Phoenix Home Care and Hospice
Joplin

Private Duty Nurse
01.2024 - Current

Job overview

  • Delivered specialized nursing care to children with complex medical needs in home settings.
  • Delivered personalized care tailored to individual client needs in home environments.
  • Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions to ensure timely intervention.
  • Administered medications according to prescribed schedules.
  • Maintained accurate patient records and documentation to support continuity of care.

Children's Mercy KC
Kansas City

Psychiatric Resource Nurse
01.2023 - 12.2023

Job overview

  • Provided psychiatric resources to patients, families, and staff to support individuals with mental health disorders.
  • Use therapeutic communication to attempt to de-escalate behaviors.
  • Facilitated MANDT educational sessions to enhance staff skills in de-escalation techniques.
  • Aided healthcare team during CODE STRONG exercises to improve patient safety protocols.
  • Researched and implemented new techniques to create a safer, more therapeutic environment for patients.

Rediscover Urgent Care
Raytown

Registered Nurse
10.2021 - 11.2022

Job overview

  • Administered medications following established protocols and physician orders.
  • Monitored vital signs and communicated significant changes to healthcare providers to facilitate timely interventions.
  • Conducted nursing assessments, drug testing, managed inventory, processed medication refills, provided medication education, and performed suboxone inductions to ensure comprehensive patient care.
  • Educated patients and families on health management and disease prevention.
  • Trained new nursing staff on protocols and best practices in patient care to enhance team competency and patient outcomes.

Research Psychiatric Center
Kansas City

Registered Nurse
12.2020 - 08.2021

Job overview

  • Administered medications according to established protocols and physician orders, contributing to effective treatment plans.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare providers promptly.
  • Delivered comprehensive patient care in medical and therapeutic settings, ensuring comfort and safety.
  • Coordinated patient admissions, transfers, and discharges, enhancing workflow and patient experience.
  • Utilized electronic health record systems for accurate documentation of care.

Crittenton Children's Center Saint Luke's Health System
Kansas City

House Supervisor RN
01.2020 - 04.2020

Job overview

  • Managed daily operations to maintain a safe and supportive environment.
  • Supervised staff to uphold safety and care protocols, enhancing overall patient safety.
  • Facilitated effective communication between families and healthcare providers, improving patient satisfaction.
  • Resolved guest complaints promptly and professionally, contributing to a positive patient experience.

Two Rivers Psychiatric Hospital
Kansas City

Registered Nurse
05.2016 - 04.2017

Job overview

  • Delivered direct patient care in medical and therapeutic settings to support recovery and well-being.
  • Administered medications according to established protocols and physician orders to ensure patient safety.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare providers promptly.
  • Coordinated patient admissions, transfers, and discharges to enhance workflow and continuity of care.
  • Utilized electronic health record systems for accurate documentation of care.

Pathways Behavioral Health Center
Nevada

A.C.T. Nurse
10.2014 - 05.2016

Job overview

  • Delivered crisis intervention and support to patients in acute distress, ensuring safety and stabilization.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create and execute comprehensive care plans.
  • Assessed patients' mental and physical health needs to inform tailored treatment strategies.

Heartland Behavioral Health Services
Nevada

Adolescent Psychiatric Nurse
05.2012 - 10.2015

Job overview

  • Performed psychiatric assessments to identify patient needs and inform treatment strategies.
  • Administered medications as prescribed by psychiatrists and monitored patient responses.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized treatment plans.
  • Facilitated group therapy sessions to enhance coping skills and provide emotional support for participants.
  • Educated patients and families about mental health conditions and treatment options.
  • Maintained accurate patient records in compliance with healthcare regulations.
  • Assisted in crisis intervention efforts to promote patient safety and well-being during critical situations.

Education

Walden University
Minneapolis, MN

Psychiatric Mental Health (MSN)
11.2025

University Overview

Remote

  • Member of Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing, 2026
  • Member of the National Society of Leadership and Success, 2025.

University of Missouri
Kansas City, MO

BSN
12.2015

Crowder College
Neosho, MO

ADN
05.2012

Skills

  • Mental health assessment
  • Crisis intervention
  • Therapeutic communication
  • Patient education
  • Medication administration
  • Electronic health records
  • Clinical documentation
  • Care coordination
  • Team collaboration
  • First Aid/CPR
  • Problem resolution
  • Decision-making
  • Dependable
  • Communication
  • Customer service
  • Cultural awareness
  • Remote office availability

Certification

• PMHNP-BC, 04/30/27
• Nurse's License, RN, MO, 04/30/27
• CPR Certification

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Kansas Renewal Institute
01.2025 - Current

Private Duty Nurse

Phoenix Home Care and Hospice
01.2024 - Current

Psychiatric Resource Nurse

Children's Mercy KC
01.2023 - 12.2023

Registered Nurse

Rediscover Urgent Care
10.2021 - 11.2022

Registered Nurse

Research Psychiatric Center
12.2020 - 08.2021

House Supervisor RN

Crittenton Children's Center Saint Luke's Health System
01.2020 - 04.2020

Registered Nurse

Two Rivers Psychiatric Hospital
05.2016 - 04.2017

A.C.T. Nurse

Pathways Behavioral Health Center
10.2014 - 05.2016

Adolescent Psychiatric Nurse

Heartland Behavioral Health Services
05.2012 - 10.2015

Walden University

Psychiatric Mental Health (MSN)

University of Missouri

BSN

Crowder College

ADN

References

References available upon request.

Awards

  • Crowder College Nevada Campus Outstanding Graduate, 05/01/12
  • James T Payne Award for Nursing, 05/01/12

References

References available upon request.
Charity Rochon