Collette James

Compassionate and results-driven Registered Nurse with 5+ years of diverse experience in psychiatric, emergency, school health, and behavioral healthcare settings. Proven ability to manage complex patient cases, provide education, and conduct detailed assessments. EMR systems, documentation, care coordination, and patient education are essentials.

Registered Nurse (Behavioral Health) - Port St. Lucie Hospital - Walton Rd. FL

(2024-06 - 2026-08)

Served as Charge Nurse; medication administration, patient assessments, and care coordination.

• Conducted thorough patient intake and discharge teaching; ensured documentation met regulatory standards.
• Delivered psychoeducation on medication side effects and treatment plans.

PRN Registered Nurse - New Horizons of the Treasure Coast - FL

(2024-07 - 2026-06)

• Supported mental health patients through acute episodes via medication management and education.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for individualized care plans.
• Strong patient teaching and EMR documentation.

Registered Nurse - Coral Shores Behavioral Health Hospital - FL

(2024-10 - 2025-03)

Managed pediatric behavioral health unit; provided education to families and patients.

• Utilized EMR systems for patient assessments, vitals monitoring, and discharge summaries.
• Remote-relevant skills: care planning, documentation, and medication reconciliation.

Emergency Room, Behavioral Health, RN (Pediatric & Adult) - Kings County Hospital Center - Brooklyn, NY

(2020-06 - 2024-07)

• Triage and acute assessment of patients in a high-pressure ER setting.
• Educated patients and families on discharge instructions, post-ER care, and follow-ups.
• Served as preceptor for new nurses and conducted initial assessments—skills aligned with tele-triage and remote case review.

School Nurse – RN - Select Rehabilitation (N Port Agency) - Brooklyn, NY

(2022-02 - 2024-05)

Provided chronic condition management (asthma, diabetes) and health education to students.

• Strong focus on documentation, virtual parent communication, and remote care planning.

Licensed Practical Nurse - Pioneer Home Care - Bronx, NY

(2019-05 - 2020-08)

Pediatric home care: monitored vitals, administered medications, and educated families.

• Worked independently, communicated effectively with remote supervising clinicians.

Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing - Chamberlain University (2022-12)

Associate of Science in Nursing - Nursing - Hosanna College of Health (2018-12)

Master's degree - Nursing - Herzing University-WI