Niciah Williams
Chesapeake,VA
Summary
- Compassionate RN with extensive experience in psychiatric care at Riverside Mental Health and Recovery Center. Expert in crisis management and wound care, adept at collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes. Proven ability to implement effective care plans while advocating for patients' needs. Skilled in IV therapy and triage assessment.
- Experienced with acute patient care in high-stress environments. Knowledge of effective communication and team coordination.
- Medical professional focusing on delivering high-quality patient care in fast-paced environments. Recognized for adapting to changing needs and collaborating effectively with healthcare teams. Strong critical thinking and patient management skills.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Psych Emergency Department RN Traveler
Riverside Mental Health and Recovery Center
10.2024 - Current
- Assess, plan, and implement care for patients in the psychiatric emergency department, focusing on hospital-based psychiatric and substance abuse services for adolescents and adults
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to provide comprehensive patient care.
- Promoted patient advocacy, ensuring all patients received appropriate care and resources.
- Demonstrated strong crisis management skills by effectively de-escalating volatile situations involving agitated patients.
- Promoted a favorable therapeutic milieu within the inpatient setting by consistently implementing behavioral management techniques.
Ortho Trauma RN Traveler
Saint Louis University Hospital
07.2024 - 09.2024
- Providing care to patients with musculoskeletal injuries or fractures, collaborating with orthopedic surgeons, coordinating patient care, administering medications, and educating patients and families about post-injury care
- 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.
Med/ Serg Observation RN Flexi
Sentara Obici Hospital
06.2023 - 08.2024
- Facilitated efficient discharge planning with case managers, social workers, therapists, physicians, and other healthcare professionals involved in the treatment plan.
- Promoted a safe patient environment by adhering to infection control protocols, fall prevention strategies, and other safety measures.
- Managed caseload of 5-6 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, and IV therapy.
- Assisted with wound care, dressing changes, and NG tube placement to maintain stable patient conditions.
Psych RN Traveler
Virginia Beach Psychiatric Center
06.2023 - 09.2023
- Provide direct psychiatric and general medical nursing care to adult patients with diverse needs, including those with older adults, chronic mental illness, and substance abuse/detox programming
- Mental health treatment for older adults, chronically mentally ill, and substance abuse/detox programming.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
Wound Care RN
Restorix Health Sentara Albemarle Medical Center
11.2022 - 06.2023
- Demonstrated dressing techniques to educate and orient in-service nurses.
- Assist with advanced wound therapies such as negative pressure therapy, debridement, and biologic dressings to optimize healing rates.
- Developed treatment plans according to current wound care protocols.
- Collaborated closely with physicians to adjust treatment plans while continually evaluating patient progress.
- Coordinated referrals to specialists when necessary, ensuring seamless continuity of care for each patient.
Home Health RN Case Manager
Patient Center Care
10.2022 - 06.2023
- Provided emotional support to patients coping with chronic illness or end-of-life decisions, fostering resilience during difficult times.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple comorbidities, requiring close monitoring and coordination of various healthcare services.
- Educated patients and families on available community resources, facilitating access to necessary support services.
- Enhanced patient care by developing comprehensive care plans and coordinating with interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
Education
Master of Science - Nurse Practicioner
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN11-2026
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN10-2024
Associate of Science - Nursing
Bryant And Stratton College
Virginia Beach, VA08-2020
Skills
- CPI
- Triage and assessment
- Airway management
- Intravenous therapy
- Cardiac monitoring
- Pediatric advanced life support
- Wound care management
- Advanced cardiac life support
Licensure and Certification
Virginia Registered Nurse (RN) NLC
Minnesota Registered Nurse (RN)
CPI
BLS
PALS
Timeline
Psych Emergency Department RN Traveler
Riverside Mental Health and Recovery Center
10.2024 - Current
Ortho Trauma RN Traveler
Saint Louis University Hospital
07.2024 - 09.2024
Med/ Serg Observation RN Flexi
Sentara Obici Hospital
06.2023 - 08.2024
Psych RN Traveler
Virginia Beach Psychiatric Center
06.2023 - 09.2023
Wound Care RN
Restorix Health Sentara Albemarle Medical Center
11.2022 - 06.2023
Home Health RN Case Manager
Patient Center Care
10.2022 - 06.2023
Master of Science - Nurse Practicioner
Walden University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Bryant And Stratton College
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