Tiffany Schnakenberg

• Facilitated and maintained communication with management as needed.
• Managed nursing staff schedules to ensure optimal coverage during peak hours and reduced overtime costs.
• Streamlined communication between departments for improved patient flow and satisfaction.
• Monitored patient acuity levels closely, adjusting staffing assignments as needed for optimal care delivery.
• Resolved conflicts among team members promptly and effectively, maintaining a harmonious work environment.
• Provided emergency response during shifts.

• Behavioral Health Nurse with secondary Medical Surgical and Case Management designators.
• Participated in joint force trainings and live exercises in the United States and Europe.
• Facilitated training and morale education at the unit level.
• Served as Officer in Charge of Case Management section during mobilization to Fort Bliss, Texas, with 12 Case Managers in section.

• Contract RN on acute and subacute units.
• Medication administration and monitoring for effectiveness.
• Addressed patient issues and concerns in a prompt and effective manner to ensure patient safety and optimal outcome.
• Communicated with unit team as well as interdisciplinary staff throughout facility as needed.

PRN RN for CDU night shift, served as RN for entire facility when on duty

• Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
• Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
• Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.

• Psychiatric RN with primary focus on acute detox
• Completed admissions and discharge education and assessments
• Medication administration and evaluation of effectiveness
• Completed COWS and CIWA assessments and scoring to prevent/minimize negative effects of detoxification process.

• Contract RN with Covered Kids, served as a Case Manager.
• Conducted telephonic assessments and follow ups.
• Completed and arranged referrals and follow up appointments for patients.