Professional Summary
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Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline

Emily Martin

St. James West Preschool
Evansville,IN
20
years of professional experience

Dedicated employee, with over 10 years experience in patient and child care; with multiple of those years working with vulnerable children. I am planning on continuing my education to achieve my Masters in Psychology/Social Work. I have been married to my high school sweetheart for 10 years with a 6 year old daughter, and identical 4 year old twin sons. After our sons were born, I made the very difficult decision to resign from Deaconess because our boys were premature, limited daycare positions for newborn premature twins, and unfortunately the cost of three children attending daycare. My passion will always be working with children, from newborns to high school seniors.

Work History

Daycare Assistant

2 Years
St. James West Preschool | 08.2024 - Current
  • Assisted in planning and implementing engaging educational activities for preschool-aged children.
  • Supported classroom management by fostering a positive, nurturing environment for all students.
  • Collaborated with lead teacher to assess individual learning needs and adapt lesson plans accordingly.
  • Monitored children's progress and provided feedback to parents during regular communication sessions.
  • Maintained a clean and safe classroom environment in compliance with health and safety guidelines.
  • Developed strong relationships with children, enhancing their social skills and emotional development.
  • Improved communication between parents and staff by providing regular updates on student progress and upcoming events.
  • Used patience, skill and various behavior modification techniques to maintain order and safety.

Patient Care Technician

3 Years 3 Months
Deaconess Midtown Hospital | 01.2019 - 04.2022
  • Assisted nursing staff in delivering patient care, ensuring comfort and safety during procedures.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team for prompt intervention.
  • Maintained accurate patient records in electronic health systems, facilitating seamless communication among providers.
  • Trained new staff on best practices for patient care protocols and hospital policies.
  • Collected specimens, providing basic physical care, assisted with patient intake and discharge processes.
  • Answered calls and responded to patient/family inquiries, while maintaining patient charts and other administrative duties as assigned.
  • Followed all safety and infection control protocol and adhered to all HIPAA regulations and maintained patient confidentiality.

Mental Health Technician

3 Years 11 Months
Deaconess Crosspoint Inpatient Hospital | 01.2015 - 12.2018
  • Monitored patient behavior and emotional well-being in a fast-paced hospital environment.
  • Assisted healthcare professionals in implementing individualized treatment plans for patients.
  • Conducted therapeutic activities to promote social interaction and coping skills among patients.
  • Documented patient progress and reported changes to the clinical team for ongoing assessment.
  • Worked with adolescents ages 4 to 17 by leading daily group therapy sessions about various subjects including coping skills, emotions, understanding trauma, and healthy relationships.
  • Provided crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques for patients experiencing emotional distress or exhibiting aggressive behaviors.
  • Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.
  • In charge of adolescent groups with up to 9 patients.
  • Trained new staff on safety protocols, patient care techniques, and documentation procedures.

Assistant General Manager

8 Years 7 Months
Sonic Drive-In | 05.2006 - 12.2014
  • Led daily operations to ensure adherence to quality and service standards.
  • Developed training programs to enhance team performance and operational efficiency.
  • Implemented inventory control procedures to minimize waste and optimize supply chain processes.
  • Coordinated staff schedules to align with peak business hours, ensuring optimal coverage.
  • Started at 16 years old as a carhop for 3 years, promoted to Shift Manager, became Assistant General Manager in 2010, was asked to take General Manager position on multiple occasions (declining due to College work load) until I resigned for a job that closer aligned with my degree and passions.
  • Monitored financial performance, analyzing sales trends to inform strategic decisions.
  • Ensured compliance with all health department regulations by implementing strict sanitation guidelines throughout the establishment.
  • Assisted in the recruitment, hiring, and onboarding process for new employees to build a skilled workforce committed to excellence in service delivery.
  • Oversaw inventory by ordering precise quantities of stock and executing corrective actions to drive profitability.
  • Analyzed sales data to identify and capitalize on trends, driving revenue growth.
  • Managed scheduling and payroll, optimizing labor costs while maintaining staff satisfaction.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

University of Southern Indiana | Evansville, IN | 12-2015

Along with earning my Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, I also obtained my minor in Sociology. I took multiple courses specifically focused on child psychology, including

  • PSY 261- Lifespan Developmental Psychology
  • PSY 361- Child and Adolescent Psychology
  • PSY 422- Psychopathology in Children and Adolescents

Also courses from my minor including but not limited to,

  • SOC 261- Marriage and Family
  • SOC 461- Sociological Issues in Education

Also started USI's Nursing program after graduating with my BA, which included but not limited to clinicals in Pediatrics In and Outpatient; Community Nursing clinical hours at establishments such as ECHO, YWCA, and a couple different Preschools in town.

Skills

Cleaning and sanitizing
Infant care
Health and safety
CPR certified
also trained in Vitals
ex: pulse
blood pressures
listening to heart and lung sounds
and respirations
Scheduling
Leading/teaching classes for adolescents
Parent-teacher communication
Behavior observation
De-escalation techniques
Stress reduction techniques
Progress monitoring
Patience and empathy

Timeline

Daycare Assistant

St. James West Preschool
08.2024 - CurrentRead More

Patient Care Technician

Deaconess Midtown Hospital
01.2019 - 04.2022Read More

Mental Health Technician

Deaconess Crosspoint Inpatient Hospital
01.2015 - 12.2018Read More

Assistant General Manager

Sonic Drive-In
05.2006 - 12.2014Read More

University of Southern Indiana

Bachelor of Arts from Psychology
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Emily Martin