Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Psychiatric Technician
Balfour Senior Living
Ann Arbor , MI
08.2021 - Current
Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
Assisted with meal planning to meet nutritional plans.
Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.
Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
Encouraged patients to develop interpersonal skills and engage in social interactions or other therapeutic activities.
Restrained violent or suicidal patients using approved verbal or physical techniques.
Provided psychiatric or personal care to emotionally disturbed or cognitively impaired patients.
Assisted psychiatrists in working with patients to rehabilitate for community reintegration.
Resident Care Assistant
Diamond Healthcare Staffing
Plymouth, MI
05.2015 - 10.2021
Completed routine rounds, checking with residents to meet care needs.
Managed administrative tasks, maintenance requests, room change process and incident reports.
Aided residents with ambulation or walker, cane and wheelchair use.
Cared for incontinent residents, routinely checking clothing and linens to keep clean and dry.
Accompanied and supervised students during meals.
Documented changes in patients' psychosocial and physical conditions and communicated to care team.
Nursing Assistant
Presbyterian Villiage
Redford, MI
02.2014 - 06.2016
Demonstrated respect and regard for dignity of patients, families and fellow employees to promote professional, responsible and courteous environment.
Assessed vitals and noted medical information to report changes to nursing staff and physicians.
Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
Assisted patients with daily activities under nurse's supervision to provide essential care and emotional support.
Conducted regular rounds to check on patients' safety and proactively address issues.
Engaged with patient family and friends to provide courteous visit experience.
Recorded patient conditions and vital signs before and after medical operations.
Caregiver
Homestead Assisted Living
Livonia, MI
03.2014 - 10.2014
Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
Assisted with meal planning to meet nutritional plans.
Drove clients to shop for groceries, attend doctor appointments and run errands.
Encouraged residents to participate in activities of daily living to enhance personal dignity.
Monitored vital signs and medication use, documenting variances and concerning responses.
Education
CNA
Phlebotomy Career Training
Garden City
03.2016
High School Diploma -
Belleville High School
Belleville, MI
06.2012
William D. Ford Career Tech
Westland, MI
05.2012
Skills
Interpersonal Skills Development
Crisis Management
Behavior Observation
Mental Healthcare
Active Listening
Critical Thinking
Monitoring Fluids
Records Management
Patient Care and Safety
Vital Signs Collection
Observation Documentation
Timeline
Psychiatric Technician
Balfour Senior Living
08.2021 - Current
Resident Care Assistant
Diamond Healthcare Staffing
05.2015 - 10.2021
Caregiver
Homestead Assisted Living
03.2014 - 10.2014
Nursing Assistant
Presbyterian Villiage
02.2014 - 06.2016
CNA
Phlebotomy Career Training
High School Diploma -
Belleville High School
William D. Ford Career Tech
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