duncan koech
psychiatric nurse
Westlands,NAIROBI
Summary
A compassionate and dedicated Psychiatric Nurse with over 7 years of experience in mental health care. Proficient in patient assessment, diagnosis, and implementation of care plans. Skilled in therapeutic communication, crisis intervention, and patient education. Committed to promoting mental health and well-being among patients. Strong understanding of psychiatric medications and their management. Demonstrates empathy and respect in all patient interactions. Continually seeks professional development to stay updated with the latest advancements in psychiatric nursing. Seeking a challenging role to utilize my skills and knowledge for patient care.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Language
Work History
PSYCHIATRIC MENTAL HEALTH NURSE PRACTITIONER
Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital
01.2021 - 04.2024
- Increased patient satisfaction through providing compassionate, holistic care and addressing the unique concerns of each individual
- Used telehealth technologies to conduct remote consultations and make sure patients were adequately monitored while receiving care at a distance
- Kept up-to-date, thorough, and accurate electronic health records to facilitate continued evaluation and planning for treatment
- Led psychotherapy sessions for individuals, couples, families, or groups to address emotional challenges and promote overall wellbeing
- Developed strong therapeutic alliances with patients through active listening skills and empathic understanding of their personal experiences
- Streamlined the processes involved in managing medications by routinely checking prescriptions for efficacy, possible interactions, and side effects
- Conducted thorough psychiatric evaluations to accurately diagnose mental health conditions and inform appropriate treatment decisions
- Served as an advocate for patients'' rights by actively engaging in mental health policy discussions and providing expert testimony when required.
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Red Cross Youth, RCY
, Remote
01.2019 - 02.2024
- Promoted mental health awareness within the community through organizing and participating in educational events and outreach programs
- Enhanced professional development of nursing staff by leading training sessions and workshops focused on industry trends, best practices, and emerging treatment approaches
- Administered medication and treatments to patients to observe and record responses
- Coordinated care transitions by establishing discharge plans in collaboration with other professionals involved in the patient’s treatment journey
- Provided crisis intervention services as needed to stabilize patients experiencing acute distress or at risk for harm to self or others.
pschologist intern
The Nairobi Hospital
09.2017 - 12.2018
- Participated on Triage Team and conducts brief assessments with patients who walk in
- Conducted intake interviews with patients who request counseling services and completes the required clinical documentation
- Provided individual and group counseling to patients on a scheduled basis or through crisis intervention
- Provided clinical supervision to a practicum patient and maintains supervision notes
- Provides outreach workshops and lectures to hospital community
- Maintained up-to-date clinical documentation
- Consulted with supervisors and staff as needed
- Acts as a hospital resource on psychology and represents Counseling and Psychological Services in the hospital community
- Acts as a liaison between client and hospital or community resources as needed
- Provided consultation to staff, faculty, and parents seeking assistance with troubled students or those with serious mental health issues
- Attending training seminars, staff meetings and supervision on a weekly basis and in a prompt manner
- Interacting with staff and patients in a professional and ethical manner
- Participates in supervision and training with an openness to learning and receiving feedback
- Utilizes psycho-diagnostic assessment procedures and psychometric methods to facilitate psychotherapy as needed.
Education
Master of Science: Masters - Psychology
The University of Nairobi
Bachelor of science - nursing 18TH
The University of Nairobi
DECEMBER 2019
Licensed psychiatric Nurse practitioner Certified psychiatric psychologist - undefined
Skills
- Psychopharmacology
- Psychotherapy
- DSM-5 Knowledge
- EMR Usage
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Crisis Intervention
- Telehealth
- Patient Education
- Motivational Interviewing
- Risk Assessment
- Group Therapy
- Contacts
Affiliations
Kenya Counseling and Psychology Association (KCPA)
The Kenya Psychological Association (KPsyA)
Timeline
PSYCHIATRIC MENTAL HEALTH NURSE PRACTITIONER
Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital
01.2021 - 04.2024
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Red Cross Youth, RCY
01.2019 - 02.2024
pschologist intern
The Nairobi Hospital
09.2017 - 12.2018
Master of Science: Masters - Psychology
The University of Nairobi
Bachelor of science - nursing 18TH
The University of Nairobi
Licensed psychiatric Nurse practitioner Certified psychiatric psychologist - undefined
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