Cassandra Richardson
Dayton,OH
Summary
Compassionate caregiver with extensive experience in behavior health. Adaptable and committed to fostering positive relationships, ensuring high-quality care in diverse healthcare settings.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
STNA
New Lebanon Health and Rehabilitation
09.2024 - Current
- Streamlined workflow for nursing staff by efficiently completing assigned tasks on time.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
Behavior Health Technician
Compassion Care
12.2024 - 04.2025
- Promoted positive behavior changes by establishing clear expectations, consistent consequences, and reinforcement systems tailored to individual client needs.
- Built and maintained positive staff relationships to promote teamwork and better serve clients.
- Conducted thorough assessments of patient needs, identifying appropriate goals and interventions for their unique situations.
- Completed documentation for every incident and forwarded to correct personnel for review.
- Served as an advocate for clients within the treatment team, ensuring their voices were heard and their needs were met.
- Provided crisis intervention and de-escalation services, maintaining a safe and therapeutic environment for all patients.
- Assisted patients in developing effective coping mechanisms, leading to improved emotional regulation and overall mental health.
- Implemented behavior management strategies consistently across all settings, promoting generalization of learned skills outside therapy sessions.
- Conducted client rounds to check on residents.
- Reduced disruptive behaviors in clients by utilizing therapeutic communication and crisis intervention skills.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based behavioral modification techniques.
STNA
Skilled Staffing Solutions
10.2022 - 02.2025
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Contributed to an inclusive environment by treating all patients with respect and cultural sensitivity.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Reduced risk of infections with diligent adherence to hygiene and sanitation protocols.
- Conducted comprehensive charting updates after each shift, maintaining thorough records of patient care and progress.
STNA
Fidelity Healthcare (Miami Balley Hospital)
10.2023 - 11.2024
- Coordinated mealtime assistance for patients requiring feeding support, ensuring proper nutrition intake daily.
- Provided emotional support for patients and their families during difficult times, fostering trust and rapport.
- Monitored vital signs, promptly reporting any abnormalities to the supervising nurse.
- Documented vital signs to inform nurses and physicians of any changes in patient status.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
STNA
Legacy (beavercreek)
11.2021 - 10.2022
- Assisted with patient transfer and ambulation.
- Assisted patients in daily activities, promoting their independence and dignity.
- Promoted a safe environment for both patients and staff members by adhering to facility policies and procedures at all times.
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient care, facilitating effective communication among healthcare team members.
- Demonstrated adaptability by caring for a diverse range of patients with varying needs.
- Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
- Managed challenging behaviors effectively through de-escalation techniques and clear communication methods with both the patient and staff involved.
- Conducted regular safety checks on patient rooms, addressing potential hazards immediately.
Education
High School Diploma -
Homeschool
Dayton05.2018
Skills
- HIPAA compliance
- Patient care
- Emotional support
- Safety measures
- Maintaining boundaries
- Confidentiality
- Fall prevention
- Personal hygiene
- Bedside manner
- Collecting vital signs
- Electronic charting
- Documenting behaviors
- Patient relationship building
- Compassionate
- Companionship and emotional support
- Adaptable
- Responding to emergencies
- Patient management
- Compassionate caregiver
Timeline
Behavior Health Technician
Compassion Care
12.2024 - 04.2025
STNA
New Lebanon Health and Rehabilitation
09.2024 - Current
STNA
Fidelity Healthcare (Miami Balley Hospital)
10.2023 - 11.2024
STNA
Skilled Staffing Solutions
10.2022 - 02.2025
STNA
Legacy (beavercreek)
11.2021 - 10.2022
High School Diploma -
Homeschool
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