Emily Poynter
Horse Cave
Summary
Healthcare professional with strong background in patient care and medical support. Known for collaborative work with medical teams to deliver high-quality care and adapt to evolving patient needs. Expertise in patient assessment and medication administration, along with compassionate care and reliability.
Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
TJ Samson Hospital
09.2021 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient vitals to ensure optimal recovery outcomes.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans, medications, and post-discharge procedures.
- Assisted in training new nursing staff on hospital policies and best practices.
- Coordinated with healthcare providers to facilitate timely interventions for critical patients.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs and allocate resources effectively.
- 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.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
Registered Nurse
Medical Center of Caverna
12.2014 - 09.2021
- Streamlined documentation processes, improving accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
Education
Master of Science - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Northern Kentucky University
Newport, Kentucky, KY05-2025
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Kentucky University
Bowling Green, Kentucky, KY12-2014
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Critical thinking skills
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
- Patient and Family education
- Crisis intervention strategies
- Staff training and mentorship
- Therapeutic communication techniques
- De-escalation techniques
- Clinical decision-making
- Care plan development
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Documentation and charting
- Patient and family advocacy
- Professional bedside manner
Certification
- Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner- Across the Lifespan License - Received October 2025
- Basic Life Support- Current
Timeline
Registered Nurse
TJ Samson Hospital
09.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse
Medical Center of Caverna
12.2014 - 09.2021
Master of Science - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Northern Kentucky University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Kentucky University
PMHNP-BC
In becoming a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I look forward to beginning my journey in mental health patient care. I consider myself extremely motivated in evaluating, assessing, treating and managing patients with mental health issues to better enhance their quality of life.