Accomplished behavioral health nurse with a demonstrated history of providing patient centered, trauma informed care. Skilled in crisis assessment and intervention, motivational interviewing, therapeutic communication and empathy, supportive counseling, deescalation techniques, and suicide assessment and prevention. Dynamic and flexible leader motivating others to consistently contribute to positive patient outcomes, and fostering an environment of mutual respect and integrity.
Self Directed | Team Oriented | Patient Centered | Quality Care | Ethical Issues in Healthcare | Culturally Competent Care | Communication & Empathy | End of Life Concerns | Case Management | Technological Aptitude | Trauma Informed Care
Previous work in critical care, pediatrics, disaster relief, and education. Experienced Diabetes Educator pursuing CDE board certification, and an Advanced Mental Health Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner graduate student at University of North Dakota.