Dai Bryant
Clarksville,TN
Summary
Dedicated healthcare professional with experience at Saint Thomas West Hospital, skilled in patient monitoring and infection control. Proven ability to enhance patient safety through effective teamwork and critical thinking. Committed to continuous learning and compassionate caregiving, ensuring high-quality care and emotional support for patients and families.
Experienced with nurturing and developing children in supportive environment. Utilizes strong organizational skills and adaptability to manage daily routines and respond to changing needs. Knowledge of effective communication and problem-solving to foster positive and engaging atmosphere.
Professional behavior technician with strong skills in implementing and monitoring behavior intervention plans. Skilled in applied behavior analysis, data collection, and progress monitoring. Collaborative team member focused on achieving positive outcomes and adapting to evolving needs. Reliable and driven by results.
Professional caregiver with strong background in delivering personalized healthcare in home settings. Skilled in patient care, medication management, and daily living assistance, ensuring high standards and achieving desired outcomes. Known for effective team collaboration and adaptability to changing needs, providing reliable support and maintaining positive environment. Compassionate and empathetic, with excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Virtual Patient Safety Technician
Saint Thomas West Hospital
11.2024 - Current
- Managed high-stress situations effectively, maintaining professionalism under pressure while resolving disputes or conflicts.
- Improved communication between healthcare team members by accurately documenting patient observations and reporting concerns promptly.
- Supported nursing staff during emergency situations, providing crucial assistance during life-saving interventions.
- Demonstrated commitment to ongoing learning in the field of patient safety by seeking feedback from peers and supervisors, incorporating constructive criticism into daily practice.
- Reduced risk of falls by assisting patients by verbal redirection.
- Ensured confidentiality of sensitive patient information by following HIPAA guidelines when sharing updates with authorized personnel only.
- Exhibited strong teamwork and collaboration skills by actively supporting coworkers during high-stress situations or when short-staffed, maintaining quality patient care throughout the department.
- Identified potential safety hazards within the healthcare environment and reported findings to leadership, contributing to a culture of continuous improvement.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families, addressing their concerns and answering questions.
- Collaborated with other medical staff to achieve high level of patient safety and care.
- Kept patient information and records secure by using private hospital databases and withholding information from outside sources.
- Monitored emails, organized inbox, and prioritized messages for supervisor.
- Managed multiple priorities effectively under tight deadlines while remaining detail-oriented throughout each task.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
Registered Behavior Technician
Mobile Therapy Centers of America
06.2024 - Current
- Promoted positive behavior change by utilizing reinforcement strategies, token economies, and behavior contracts.
- Improved client behavior by implementing individualized ABA therapy plans and tracking progress.
- Prevented instances of maladaptive behavior escalation using de-escalation techniques while maintaining a safe environment for both staff members and clients alike.
- Observed, monitored and recorded problem behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, graphs, and anecdotal notes.
- Managed crisis situations with professionalism, ensuring the safety of all individuals involved while adhering to established protocols.
- Maintained detailed records of client progress, enabling data-driven decision making for intervention adjustments and goal development.
- Intervened with clients' challenging behaviors by reinforcing therapeutic alternatives and coping mechanisms.
- Empowered clients to self-advocate by teaching them effective communication strategies and adaptive coping mechanisms.
- Developed rapport with clients and families, fostering trust and open communication essential to successful treatment outcomes.
- Supported client using principles of applied behavior analysis.
- Worked as part of collaborative team to address changing needs of children and families.
- Enhanced client''s communication skills through the use of visual aids, social stories, and roleplaying activities.
- Kept accurate records by documenting progress and adhering to prescribed behavior plan.
- Increased client independence through the teaching of daily living skills such as self-care routines, meal preparation, and household chores.
- Supported clients'' academic success through implementation of evidence-based teaching strategies aligned with their individual learning needs.
- Integrated creative problem-solving methods into therapy sessions to foster critical thinking abilities among clients facing challenges in everyday situations.
- Facilitated generalization of learned skills across various environments by collaborating with educators, therapists involved in clients'' care networks.
- Led group sessions focused on social skill-building, promoting peer interaction and cooperation among clients.
- Ensured adherence to ethical guidelines set forth by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board at all times during practice.
Private Nanny
Care.com Inc
02.2020 - Current
- Enhanced children''s emotional well-being by providing consistent and nurturing care.
- Supported emotional growth by helping children navigate conflicts with empathy and understanding while teaching problem-solving skills.
- Provided safe transportation to and from school, extracurricular activities, and other events.
- Facilitated creative expression through art projects, imaginative play, storytelling sessions, and more.
- Monitored screen time usage to promote healthy balance between technology use and offline activities in daily life.
- Planned special outings or themed days around children's interests or areas of study in their school curriculum.
- Encouraged social interactions through playdates, group outings, and community events.
- Facilitated relationships with children and parents by developing caring and structured home environments.
- Taught children everyday skills and language.
- Coordinated schedules between multiple families when working as a nanny share provider to ensure seamless childcare transitions throughout the week.
- Taught children basic life skills, manners and personal hygiene.
- Transported children to and from school, medical appointments, and extra-curricular activities.
- Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
- Monitored children's play activities to verify safety.
- Transported children to and from activities using personal or family vehicle.
- Organized activities that enhanced children's physical, emotional, and social well-being.
- Developed games and activities using arts and crafts to support learning and verbal skills.
- Helped children complete homework assignments and school projects.
- Supervised children on playground to help develop physical and social skills.
- Encouraged children to be understanding and patient with others.
- Identified warning signs of emotional and developmental problems in children.
- Developed strong relationships with parents, maintaining open communication about each child''s progress and needs.
- Oversaw household duties such as light housekeeping tasks or running errands when required.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
- Established clear expectations for behavior, setting boundaries to create a respectful atmosphere within the home.
- Led indoor and outdoor activities to entertain and occupy children.
- Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
- Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
Virtual Patient Safety Technician
Tennova Healthcare - Clarksville
08.2023 - 04.2024
- Demonstrated commitment to ongoing learning in the field of patient safety by seeking feedback from peers and supervisors, incorporating constructive criticism into daily practice.
- Reduced risk of falls by assisting patients verbally and providing support during transfers.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients by performing infection control procedures through a checklist.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices related to patient safety, enhancing overall job performance.
- Exhibited strong teamwork and collaboration skills by actively supporting coworkers during high-stress situations or when short-staffed, maintaining quality patient care across the unit.
- Promoted patient comfort by repositioning bedridden patients regularly to prevent pressure ulcers and ensure the patient was comfortable.
- Contributed to the development of individualized care plans through active participation in interdisciplinary team meetings, sharing insights on patient needs and progress.
- Facilitated smooth transitions of care for patients by effectively communicating with receiving units and providing thorough hand-off reports.
- Assisted in maintaining accurate patient records by updating demographic information, recording vital signs, and logging daily activities.
- Improved communication between healthcare team members by accurately documenting patient observations and reporting concerns promptly.
- Ensured confidentiality of sensitive patient information by following HIPAA guidelines when sharing updates with authorized personnel only.
- Identified potential safety hazards within the healthcare environment and reported findings to leadership, contributing to a culture of continuous improvement.
- Collaborated with other medical staff to achieve high level of patient safety and care.
- Kept patient information and records secure by using private hospital databases and withholding information from outside sources.
Home Health Aide
Private Care
05.2022 - 05.2023
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care in a home health hospice setting.
- Recognized signs of emotional distress in both patients and family members, providing appropriate resources and referrals to address their needs during challenging times.
- Assisted patients with mobility exercises and transfers, promoting physical activity and reducing risks of injury or falls.
- Observed strict infection control protocols to minimize risks of illness transmission and maintain a healthy environment for the patient.
- Maintained accurate and detailed records of patient progress, aiding in the assessment of care plan effectiveness.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks, creating a clean and comfortable space for patients during their time at home hospice care.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physicians, ensuring proper dosage and adherence to treatment plans.
- Educated family members on best practices for supporting their loved ones during hospice care, empowering them to be active participants in the caregiving process.
- Delivered exceptional personal hygiene assistance, upholding dignity and respect for each patient throughout the end-of-life journey.
- Contributed to a safe home environment by identifying potential hazards and implementing appropriate preventative measures.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient conditions to the supervising nurse promptly, facilitating timely interventions.
- Positioned patients to provide comfort and promote better body alignment.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Comforted family members, offered attentive listening and high level of emotional support.
- Assisted clients with living independently through skill-building and mentoring in areas such as housekeeping adaptations and preparation of healthy meals.
- Communicated regularly with clients' families to provide updates on health and wellbeing.
- Assisted with end-of-life care.
- Documented vital statistics and coordinated with health care providers.
- Improved patients' comfort with massage and application of topical treatments.
Health Care Aide
Comfort Keepers
01.2020 - 12.2020
- Assisted with daily living activities, promoting patient independence and overall wellbeing.
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Utilized problem-solving skills when faced with unexpected situations or emergencies within the healthcare setting.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Reduced patient anxiety through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Ensured the safe transfer of patients using proper techniques to prevent injuries and falls.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current with best practices in health care aide services.
- Provided emotional support for patients and families during times of stress and uncertainty.
- Supported patient nutrition needs by preparing meals according to dietary restrictions and preferences.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted in feeding patients by offering fluids and snacks and recording amounts consumed in logbook
- Assisted with patient transfer and ambulation.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained and organized patient rooms and communal spaces to minimize environmental and safety hazards.
- Consistently received positive feedback from both patients and supervisors regarding quality of care provided.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Monitored patient progress and reported changes to healthcare professionals.
Lead Counselor
Northwest YMCA
05.2019 - 08.2019
- Ensured safety and well-being of all participants through diligent supervision and enforcement of program rules.
- Facilitated open communication between parents, staff, and children to foster positive relationships and maintain a supportive environment.
- Enhanced youth development by implementing creative and engaging activities tailored to individual needs.
- Developed partnerships with local organizations, providing opportunities for collaboration in supporting youth initiatives.
- Collaborated with team members to develop a comprehensive approach for meeting the unique needs of each child.
- Implemented behavior management techniques to maintain a structured and nurturing atmosphere conducive to learning.
- Established trust with young clients by actively listening, validating feelings, offering guidance when necessary during individual counseling sessions.
- Designed curriculum based on evidence-based practices that catered to diverse learning styles and abilities within the group.
- Mentored staff members by sharing best practices in youth counseling, promoting professional growth within the team.
- Monitored youth behavior and offered guidance and support for positive change.
- Assisted youth in developing problem-solving and communication skills to support stress management.
- Supervised youth in engaging environment to promote security and safety for all ages.
- Engaged and interacted with youth members, teaching sustainable habits, and coping mechanisms.
- Encouraged children to talk issues out with each other and without anger, which eased tense situations.
- Helped youth develop and achieve personal goals with close support.
- Provided crisis intervention and emotional support to youth.
- Coordinated youth programs and activities to enhance life quality and self-esteem.
- Demonstrated positive influence to children by acting appropriately, being respectful to others and actively listening.
Cashier Team Lead
QQ Creamery
03.2017 - 11.2018
- Performed store opening, closing, and shift-change actions and kept accurate shift-change logs.
- Assisted customers by answering questions and fulfilling requests.
- Communicated with customers and team members to solve problems.
- Processed both cash and card purchases and returns.
- Maintained a clean and inviting checkout area, contributing to an enjoyable shopping experience for customers.
- Balanced cash drawers at the end of each shift, ensuring accuracy in financial reporting.
- Resolved customer complaints professionally, maintaining a positive brand image and fostering customer retention.
- Developed strong relationships with repeat customers through friendly service interactions.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently processing transactions and addressing inquiries.
- Increased customer loyalty and retention.
- Assisted with merchandising tasks as needed to maintain store appearance standards and promote product visibility.
- Assisted customers in locating products, providing knowledgeable recommendations based on their needs.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by proactively addressing conflicts among team members.
- Provided backup support during high traffic periods by stepping into cashier roles when necessary.
Private Nanny
Private Care
03.2017 - 11.2017
- Developed strong relationships with parents, maintaining open communication about each child''s progress and needs.
- Oversaw household duties such as light housekeeping tasks or running errands when required.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Established clear expectations for behavior, setting boundaries to create a respectful atmosphere within the home.
- Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
- Led indoor and outdoor activities to entertain and occupy children.
- Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
- Promoted healthy eating habits by preparing nutritious meals and snacks on a daily basis.
- Communicated with children at age-appropriate levels to encourage understanding and foster relationships.
- Implemented daily routines for optimal child development and created a structured environment.
- Conducted regular safety checks and maintained a clean, hazard-free environment for the children at all times.
- Organized engaging activities that incorporated age-appropriate educational components for cognitive development.
- Assisted with homework and school projects, fostering a love for learning in the children.
- Adapted caregiving approaches based on individual needs of each child to provide personalized support.
Education
High School Diploma -
Kenwood Highschool
Clarksville, TN05-2019
Skills
- Critical thinking
- Continuous learning mindset
- Documentation accuracy
- Infection control expertise
- Healthcare regulations
- Patient privacy compliance
- Patient monitoring proficiency
- Mental health awareness
- Medical terminology
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Organizational skills
- Active listening
- Effective communication
- Detail-oriented
- Patient confidentiality
- Health and safety compliance
- Task prioritization
- Compassionate caregiving
- Behavioral support
- Patient monitoring
- Life skills training
- Behavioral assessment
- Office administration
- Parenting support
- HIPAA
- Schedule management
- Activity planning
- Early childhood education
- Positive reinforcement
- Emotional support
- Early childhood development
- Educational support
- Customer service
- Problem resolution
Certification
- RBT - Registered Behavior Technician
Timeline
Virtual Patient Safety Technician
Saint Thomas West Hospital
11.2024 - Current
Registered Behavior Technician
Mobile Therapy Centers of America
06.2024 - Current
Virtual Patient Safety Technician
Tennova Healthcare - Clarksville
08.2023 - 04.2024
Home Health Aide
Private Care
05.2022 - 05.2023
Private Nanny
Care.com Inc
02.2020 - Current
Health Care Aide
Comfort Keepers
01.2020 - 12.2020
Lead Counselor
Northwest YMCA
05.2019 - 08.2019
Cashier Team Lead
QQ Creamery
03.2017 - 11.2018
Private Nanny
Private Care
03.2017 - 11.2017
High School Diploma -
Kenwood Highschool
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