Michael Mendel
Denver
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with expertise in crisis intervention and patient triaging. Proven ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Psychiatric Emergency Services
Denver Health Medical Center
Denver
03.2018 - Current
- Delivered patient care in fast-paced emergency department, ensuring optimal outcomes.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient-centered treatment plans.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to enhance recovery outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on health management and discharge procedures.
- Assisted in triaging patients, prioritizing care based on medical urgency.
- Utilized critical thinking to assess clinical situations swiftly and accurately.
- Facilitated education sessions for staff, ensuring compliance with quarterly training requirements.
Psychiatric Emergency Nurse
Children's Hospital Of Colorado
Aurora
05.2005 - 01.2019
- Assess patient conditions and prioritize care in high-stress environments.
- Maintain accurate medical records and document patient progress thoroughly.
- Facilitated training sessions for new nursing staff on emergency procedures in a clinical setting.
- Coordinated with healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive patient treatment plans that address individual needs.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance care delivery processes and patient outcomes.
- Assisted in training new staff members on emergency procedures and protocols.
Registered Nurse
Children's Hospital Colorado
Denver
06.2002 - 05.2005
- Delivered compassionate care to individuals with psychiatric disorders, enhancing their recovery experience.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop treatment plans.
- Monitored vital signs and mental status for behavioral changes.
- Administered medications according to physician orders and protocols.
- Provided assistance during crisis situations to support patients and staff.
- Conducted psychosocial assessments to determine appropriate interventions.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Loyola University of Chicago
Chicago, IL05-2002
Bachelor of Arts -
University of Colorado
CO05-1999
Skills
- Crisis intervention
- Patient assessment
- Patient evaluation
- Emergency response
- Emergency care
- Medication administration
- Patient triage
- Staff training and mentoring
Certification
Board Certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Psychiatric Emergency Services
Denver Health Medical Center
03.2018 - Current
Psychiatric Emergency Nurse
Children's Hospital Of Colorado
05.2005 - 01.2019
Registered Nurse
Children's Hospital Colorado
06.2002 - 05.2005
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Loyola University of Chicago
Bachelor of Arts -
University of Colorado