Arron

Versatile Psychiatric Registered Nurse with extensive experience managing complex behavioral health conditions across secure forensic units, residential care, and acute settings. Proven track record of fostering therapeutic engagement, protecting clinical dignity, and ensuring patient safety in high-stakes environments. Combines strong psychiatric assessment skills and trauma-informed practice with military discipline of a U.S.

Marine

Corps veteran to drive positive patient outcomes and seamless interdisciplinary collaboration.

Registered Nurse at Lufkin State Supported Living Center (2026-02 – 2026-07)

• Deliver comprehensive care to specialized patient populations through continuous observation, assessment, planning, and evaluation.
• Intervene proactively to optimize patient outcomes and maintain meticulous medical documentation across all aspects of care.

Registered Nurse / Charge Nurse at Rusk State Hospital (Maximum Security Unit) (2022-12 – 2026-01)

Collaborative partner to Nurse Coordinators and Mental Health Specialists; assumed full leadership duties during coordinator absences.

• Provided direct nursing care to individuals within a maximum-security psychiatric setting, utilizing independent judgment.
• Supervised, counseled, and evaluated nursing staff while managing shift scheduling to ensure seamless 24-hour continuity of care.

Acute Neurology RN at Mother Frances Hospital (2022-08 – 2022-11)

• Provided professional acute care, monitored vital signs, administered medications, treated wounds, and managed specialized equipment.
• Maintained rigorous patient records regarding treatment reactions and neurological progress using MENDS and NIH Stroke Scale protocols.

Host Home Provider at Vendor With Community Connections (2016-05 – 2022-08)

• Provided daily assistance to multiple adults with developmental disabilities to maximize independence in a residential setting.
• Administered medications under QMAP certification and maintained high safety standards via CPR, First Aid, and Safety Care protocols.
• Managed medical charting, data entry, specialized nutritional meal preparation, and minor financial accounting duties.

Direct Support Professional at Community Connections Inc. (2011-01 – 2016-05)

• Supported day-to-day independent living for multiple adults with developmental disabilities within a residential facility.
• Performed digital data entry, minor financial accounting, and applied QMAP, CPR, First Aid, and Safety Care training.

Home Health Aide at Hospice of Montezuma (2009-01 – 2011-01)

• Delivered compassionate end-of-life care and comfort to terminally ill patients in a home hospice environment.
• Assisted medical staff with clinical tasks, prepared meals, and maintained a clean, safe living environment.

Control Room Operator / Sheriff's Deputy at Local Sheriff's Office (2008-01 – 2009-01)

• Managed multi-level facility security functions, monitored control systems, conducted data entry, and handled receptionist duties.
• Utilized conflict resolution techniques to de-escalate and manage inmate disputes effectively.

Motor Transport Operator at United States Marine Corps (1995-08 – 1996-10)

• Operated and maintained heavy tactical vehicles, performing daily safety inspections and field maintenance.
• Coordinated logistics, convoy defense techniques, and the safe transport of personnel, cargo, and equipment.

Bachelor of Science in Nursing – Metropolitan State University of Denver (2022-12)

Associate of Applied Science in Nursing RN – Pueblo Community College (2021-05)

Certified Nursing Assistant – Waynesville Technical School (2001-11)

High School Diploma – Stephen F. Austin Sr. High School