KAMIKO BRIDGES
Gary,IN
Summary
Experienced with providing quality patient care and support in fast-paced healthcare settings. Utilizes effective communication and interpersonal skills to foster a supportive environment for patients and staff. Knowledge of essential medical procedures and patient monitoring techniques ensuring a high standards of care and adaptability to changing needs.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Children Habilitation Center
12.2023 - Current
- Provided constructive feedback to students, fostering growth and confidence in their abilities.
- Coordinated training sessions, ensuring effective knowledge transfer among peer educators.
- Mentored new preceptors, sharing best practices to improve onboarding processes.
- Evaluated student performance through assessments, maintaining high standards of accuracy and consistency.
- Developed resources to enhance instructional methods, promoting engagement and retention of information.
- Led initiatives to integrate technology into teaching practices, improving overall learning outcomes.
- Assisted in training new nursing assistants on patient care protocols and safety procedures.
- Provided support to nursing staff during patient assessments and daily care routines.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient conditions accurately.
Mental Health Technician
Lake Park Residential Care
11.2023 - 07.2024
- Maintained detailed electronic records and documented client progress in compliance with privacy regulations.
- Assisted clients with services and coordinated communication among multidisciplinary teams.
- Monitored client status, prepared reports, and ensured accurate documentation of activities and observations.
- Provided professional customer service and support to clients, families, and staff.
- Developed strategies to improve communication between patients and staff, fostering a supportive environment.
- Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being.
- Observed patient behaviors and mental status and notified RN of unusual or potentially dangerous occurrences.
Case Manager
Maximus
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Managed caseloads and monitored participant eligibility, compliance, and progress toward program goals.
- Conducted intake assessments, application support, referrals, and ongoing client follow-up.
- Assisted clients with SNAP, TANF, and other benefit application processes.
- Maintained accurate case files, entered information into tracking systems, and ensured documentation completeness.
- Researched community resources and connected clients with appropriate services.
- Collaborated with agencies and benefit offices to resolve eligibility issues and restore services.
Education
High School Diploma -
Valparaiso High School
Valparaiso, IN01-2016
Skills
- Case Management & Client Support
- Application Screening & Intake Processing
- Records Management & Documentation
- Data Entry & Database Systems
- Customer Service & Reception Support
- Confidential Information Handling
- Eligibility & Benefit Assistance
- Document Sorting & Filing
- Team Collaboration
- Time Management & Organization
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
- First Aid/CPR Certified
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Children Habilitation Center
12.2023 - Current
Mental Health Technician
Lake Park Residential Care
11.2023 - 07.2024
Case Manager
Maximus
01.2021 - 01.2022
High School Diploma -
Valparaiso High School