CHRISTOPHER GARDNER
Northbrook,IL
Summary
Dedicated professional caregiver with varied mental health experience and crisis prevention certification. Exceptional patient support in community-based treatment facilities. Excels in recordkeeping, time management, patient observation, and documentation. Seeking the opportunity to join a dynamic company and learn new skills.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Memory Care Resident Assistant
Northbrook Inn
06.2023 - Current
- Assist memory care residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, eating, transferring, and mobility
- Engage residents in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance
- Maintain safety and cleanliness standards
- Observe and uphold resident rights at all times
- Observe residents for changes in physical, emotional, mental, or behavioral condition, unusual symptoms, accidents, injuries, or unusual occurrences, and report promptly to the RN
Mental Health Technician
Chicago Behavioral Hospital
01.2021 - 02.2023
- Conducted regular patient safety checks, vital sign assessments, and documentation
- Maintained close vigilance over patient behaviors and mental status, promptly alerting RN to any abnormal or potentially hazardous situations
- Implemented de-escalation and limit-setting strategies to foster patient cooperation
- Ensured patient and medical personnel safety by assisting with patient restraint and seclusion
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living and facility transfers
Pet Care Specialist
Lakeshore K9
01.2017 - 01.2020
- Provided training and care for boarded dogs
- Conducted pet intake interviews to collect data on animal health and conduct
- Assessed animals for behavioral problems and signs of health issues
Education
Associates Degree -
Oakton Community College
High School Diploma -
Glenbrook Evening High School - Glenview
Skills
- Charting and Clinical Documentation
- Emergency Interventions
- Crisis Resolution
- Administrative Support
- Group Training
- Microsoft & Google Suite
- Customer Service & Assistance
- Inventory Control
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Memory Care Resident Assistant
Northbrook Inn
06.2023 - Current
Mental Health Technician
Chicago Behavioral Hospital
01.2021 - 02.2023
Pet Care Specialist
Lakeshore K9
01.2017 - 01.2020
Associates Degree -
Oakton Community College
High School Diploma -
Glenbrook Evening High School - Glenview
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