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Camari Nelson

Mercy Medical Center
DeKalb,IL
3
years of professional experience

Detail-oriented professional with strong interpersonal communication and stress reduction techniques. Experienced in supporting individualized treatment plans while maintaining safety and comfort for patients, ready to contribute to enhanced mental health outcomes.

Offering caring nature and commitment to supporting mental health patients, eager to learn and develop in a clinical environment. Brings understanding of psychological principles and therapeutic methods, along with skills in active listening and communication.

Work History

Mental Health Technician

10 Months
Mercy Medical Center | 12.2025 - Current

Contributed to developing individualized treatment plans and supporting implementation for patient treatment workflows.

  • Coordinated therapeutic group facilitation to promote mental health awareness and teach coping strategies.
  • Partnered with cross-functional teams to improve patient care alignment with recovery goals.
  • Completed regular safety audits to verify compliance with safety protocols across patient and staff areas.
  • Applied crisis intervention protocols and de-escalation techniques for patients presenting emotional distress or aggressive behaviors.
  • Documented and assessed patient behavioral cues and mental status, notifying the RN of abnormal changes or potentially dangerous conditions.
  • Identified behaviors that necessitated intervention and obtained assistance from qualified personnel to complete intervention.

Certified Nursing Assistant

5 Months
DeKalb County Rehab and Nursing Center | 10.2025 - 03.2026
  • Observed patient vital signs continuously, identified clinically significant changes, and communicated updates to nursing staff.
  • Supported patients with personal care tasks, ensuring comfort and safety during daily activities.
  • Delivered patient and family education on procedures and care protocols to reinforce comprehension.
  • Evaluated patient requests in real time and delivered timely responses, demonstrating adaptability in fast-paced environments.
  • Entered patient data precisely into electronic health record systems, completing required documentation fields for each patient record.
  • Ensured accurate handoffs between shifts by maintaining detailed records of patient care activities and observations.

Certified Nursing Assistant

1 Year 8 Months
Oakcrest Retirement Center | 02.2024 - 10.2025
  • Supported residents with activities of daily living to uphold independence and dignity.
  • Tracked vital sign trends, assessed changes, and notified nursing staff to enable prompt intervention.
  • Worked with healthcare team to develop resident-specific personalized care plans, aligning plan components with care requirements.
  • Maintained cleanliness and safety across resident areas by following infection control protocols.
  • Monitored call lights and supported patient comfort and safety
  • Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.

Education

High School Diploma

Dekalb Highschool | DeKalb, IL

Nursing Assistant

Kishwakee College | Malta,IL

Skills

Interpersonal communication
Patient observation
Crisis intervention
Therapeutic communication
De-escalation techniques
Behavior observation
Stress reduction techniques

Timeline

Mental Health Technician

Mercy Medical Center
12.2025 - CurrentRead More

Certified Nursing Assistant

DeKalb County Rehab and Nursing Center
10.2025 - 03.2026Read More

Certified Nursing Assistant

Oakcrest Retirement Center
02.2024 - 10.2025Read More

Dekalb Highschool

High School Diploma
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Kishwakee College

Nursing Assistant
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Camari Nelson