Brian Tarimo
Spanaway
Summary
Compassionate and dependable professional with over two years of experience providing direct care and support to individuals in healthcare and behavioral health settings. Skilled in de-escalation, crisis intervention, conflict resolution, observation, and maintaining a safe, structured environment. Experienced working with individuals with mental health and behavioral challenges while demonstrating professionalism, sound judgment, and strong communication skills. Committed to promoting safety, accountability, and positive outcomes for youth in a secure correctional setting.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA (Mental Health Facility)
Recovery Innovations
Seattle
08.2025 - Current
- Monitored client behavior and maintained a safe, secure, and therapeutic environment.
- Applied crisis intervention and verbal de-escalation techniques during behavioral incidents.
- Maintained professional boundaries while building positive, respectful relationships with clients.
CNA (Rehabilitation Unit)
Mt. Angel Rehab and Care Center
Mt. Angel
07.2025 - Current
- Ensured resident safety through continuous observation and prompt response to emergencies.
- Managed challenging behaviors calmly while maintaining professionalism and respect.
- Completed accurate documentation and communicated important observations to supervisors.
CNA (Rehabilitation Unit)
Life Care Center of Port Townsend
Port Townsend
07.2025 - Current
- Supervised residents during daily activities while maintaining a safe and structured environment.
- Responded appropriately to emergencies and followed established safety protocols.
- Built positive relationships through professionalism, empathy, and effective communication.
CNA (Rehabilitation & Long-Term Care)
Chehalem Post Acute
Newberg
05.2024 - Current
- Assisted in maintaining a secure and orderly environment for residents and staff.
- Observed, documented, and reported behavioral and medical concerns promptly.
- Demonstrated sound judgment, patience, and conflict-resolution skills in stressful situations.
CNA (Rehabilitation & Memory Care)
PACS at Evans Terrace
McMinnville
05.2024 - Current
- Worked with individuals experiencing cognitive and behavioral challenges while maintaining safety and dignity.
- Redirected inappropriate behaviors using calm, respectful communication.
- Followed policies and procedures to promote a secure environment and protect resident well-being.
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Nursa Healthcare, Actriv and Clipboard Health
05.2023 - Current
- Worked in over 30 healthcare and behavioral health facilities, quickly adapting to new policies, teams, and high-pressure environments.
- Maintained safety and security while supervising individuals with diverse behavioral and mental health needs.
- Used effective communication and de-escalation techniques to manage challenging situations and reduce conflict.
- Accurately documented observations, incidents, and changes in condition while following organizational policies.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure a safe and structured environment.
Education
Certified Nursing Assistant - Certified Nursing Assistant
Divine Training Center
06.2023 - 07.2026
Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Economics And Agribusiness
Sokoine University of Agriculture
Morogoro, Tanzania 10.2016 - 11.2019
Majengo Secondary School
Moshi, TanzaniaSkills
- Supervision and observation
- Crisis intervention
- De-escalation
- Report writing/documentation
- Maintaining safety and security
- Adoptability
- Teamwork
- Working with challenging behaviors
- Professional communication
Certification
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Washington State & Oregon
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- First Aid Certification
- Tuberculosis (TB) Test Clearance
- Dementia Care Certification
- Nurse Delegation & Diabetes Training
- Crisis prevention intervention (CPI)
Timeline
CNA (Mental Health Facility)
Recovery Innovations
08.2025 - Current
CNA (Rehabilitation Unit)
Mt. Angel Rehab and Care Center
07.2025 - Current
CNA (Rehabilitation Unit)
Life Care Center of Port Townsend
07.2025 - Current
CNA (Rehabilitation & Long-Term Care)
Chehalem Post Acute
05.2024 - Current
CNA (Rehabilitation & Memory Care)
PACS at Evans Terrace
05.2024 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant - Certified Nursing Assistant
Divine Training Center
06.2023 - 07.2026
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Nursa Healthcare, Actriv and Clipboard Health
05.2023 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Economics And Agribusiness
Sokoine University of Agriculture
10.2016 - 11.2019
Majengo Secondary School