Susan Hatcher Self

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About Susan Hatcher Self

As a compassionate and patient-focused Registered Nurse with over 12 years of experience, I have developed a deep commitment to serving diverse populations with empathy, integrity, and clinical excellence. My expertise spans psychiatric care, utilization review, end-of-life support, and patient advocacy, working with both pediatric psychiatric patients and adults navigating acute mental health challenges. What sets me apart is the unique blend of clinical insight and leadership abilities that I bring to every role. Having served as a patient care supervisor, trainer, and mentor, I possess a strong background in coordinating care, communicating across teams, and thinking strategically in high-pressure environments. This is further complemented by my prior management experience before entering nursing. My true passion lies in advocating for and educating those in need of a voice, particularly children and trauma survivors. I strive to empower them to develop positive coping skills while standing in the gap for those who lack adequate support. I am driven by a dedication to individualized care plans, trauma-informed practices, and creating safe, healing-centered environments. Moreover, I am committed to lifelong learning and am currently pursuing continuing education in pediatric behavioral health as part of a hospital grant initiative. Whether facilitating insurance authorization, leading a shift on the psychiatric unit, or assisting families in finding support resources, I strive to bring compassion, clarity, and competence to every interaction. I am deeply passionate about mental health, pediatric care, advocacy, and building collaborative, patient-centered systems in healthcare.