Ricardo Rodriguez
Florissant
Summary
Experienced Behavioral Health Charge Nurse at Mercy Hospital St. Louis, proficient in patient care management and therapeutic communication. Demonstrated success in staff training and compliance with regulatory standards, leading to enhanced service quality. Recognized for strong leadership skills that improve recovery outcomes and for expertise in decision-making and de-escalation techniques, fostering a supportive care environment.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Behavioral Health Charge Nurse
Mercy Hospital St. Louis
Saint Louis
09.2024 - Current
- Managed daily operations of the unit to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
- Educated staff on evidence-based practice guidelines for behavioral health conditions.
- Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
- Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Coordinated staffing needs across multiple units with interdisciplinary departments.
Behavioral Health Registered Nurse
Mercy Hospital St. Louis
01.2022 - Current
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Provided emotional support and counseling services during times of distress or crisis situations.
- Initiated crisis intervention when necessary to de-escalate situations or provide emotional support for individuals in distress.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Developed individualized treatment plans in collaboration with patients, families and interdisciplinary teams.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Saint Xavier University
Chicago, IL12-2021
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Saint Xavier University
Chicago, IL12-2021
Associate of Science - Pre-Nursing Studies
City Colleges of Chicago
Chicago, IL05-2017
Skills
- Patient care management
- Staff scheduling
- Decision-making
- Staff supervision
- De-escalation techniques
- Staff training and development
- Therapeutic communication
- Quality improvement
Timeline
Behavioral Health Charge Nurse
Mercy Hospital St. Louis
09.2024 - Current
Behavioral Health Registered Nurse
Mercy Hospital St. Louis
01.2022 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Saint Xavier University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Saint Xavier University
Associate of Science - Pre-Nursing Studies
City Colleges of Chicago
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