Kadiyah Clemons
Fayetteville,NC
Summary
Passionate professional with experience serving individuals with diverse needs by applying behavior modification strategies such as shaping and chaining. Demonstrated understanding of data collection and recordkeeping requirements. Promoted academic, functional and social skills development within clinic, home and community environments.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Behavior Technician
BlueSprig Pediatrics
Cameron, NC
04.2024 - Current
- Promoted positive behavior change by utilizing reinforcement strategies, token economies, and behavior contracts.
- Prevented instances of maladaptive behavior escalation using de-escalation techniques while maintaining a safe environment for both staff members and clients alike.
- Maintained detailed records of client progress, enabling data-driven decision making for intervention adjustments and goal development.
- Developed rapport with clients and families, fostering trust and open communication essential to successful treatment outcomes.
- Kept accurate records by documenting progress and adhering to prescribed behavior plan.
- Managed crisis situations with professionalism, ensuring the safety of all individuals involved while adhering to established protocols.
Virtual Observation Patient Sitter
Cape Fear Valley Medical Center
Fayetteville, NC
10.2023 - Current
- Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Evaluated patient behavior and condition and reported new or unusual issues to doctor and family members.
- Completed necessary reports and documentation on time and to specifications.
Certified Registered Central Service Technician
Western State Hospital
Lakewood, WA
10.2019 - 02.2021
- Created and implemented medical equipment training programs.
- Liaised between medical staff and medical equipment vendors.
- Collaborated with medical staff to confirm availability of medical equipment for patient care.
- Verified and maintained proper documents and records for sterilization.
- Decontaminated surgical instruments to remove bacteria and other contaminants before sterilization.
- Followed OSHA, FDA and AAMI guidelines related to sterilization in compliance with administrative regulations.
- Built and maintained positive staff relationships to promote teamwork and better serve clients.
- Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.
- Observed patient behaviors and mental status and notified RN of unusual or potentially dangerous occurrences.
- Assisted with patient restraint and seclusion scenarios to create safe environment for patient and medical personnel.
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE SURVIVORS ADVOCATE, Korean Women's Association
05.2016 - 09.2018
- Culturally sensitive and appropriate client centered advocacy
- Crisis Hotline monitoring
- Safety Planning
- Collecting, sharing, and handing out community resources
- Networking with community partners
- Legal and housing advocacy
- Management of support groups, self-care, education, and counseling services
- Supervision of shelter clients and volunteer advocates
HEALTH CARE SPECIALIST
COMBAT MEDIC, United States Army
06.2013 - 04.2016
- Provided leadership and guidance for personnel in both calm and austere environments
- Assisted patients with debilitating mental disorders and provided training and education to families
- Treated and helped to diagnose patients of trauma, injury and illness
- Managed 2.5 million dollars worth of equipment and supplies on top of accomplishing my primary duties as a healthcare specialist
- Sexual Assault Medic Examiner for both male and female, civilian and soldier alike
CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT
Right Choice Home Care And Staffing
06.2011 - 06.2013
- Vital signs
- Helped patients by serving meals, feeding as necessary, ambulating, turning, and positioning in bed
- Kept linen and utility areas cleaned, emptied and cleansed urinals and bedpans, emptied patient dirty linen hampers
- Patient transfer to wheelchair
- Assist with range of motion exercises
- Assist patient with bathing, dressing, hygiene and grooming
Education
AS - EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES
U. S. Army Medical Department Center And School
San Antonio, TXSkills
- Microsoft Word, 5 years
- Microsoft Excel, 5 years
- Microsoft Outlook, 5 years
- Typing Skills
- Data Entry
- Record upkeep
- Equipment maintenance
- Fine Motor
- Communication
- Customer Service
Accomplishments
- Consistently maintained high customer satisfaction ratings.
- Attended various trainings and workshops and received a job promotion as a result.
- Researched, calmed and rapidly resolved client conflicts resulting in an updated diversity and dignity policy.
Timeline
Registered Behavior Technician
BlueSprig Pediatrics
04.2024 - Current
Virtual Observation Patient Sitter
Cape Fear Valley Medical Center
10.2023 - Current
Certified Registered Central Service Technician
Western State Hospital
10.2019 - 02.2021
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE SURVIVORS ADVOCATE, Korean Women's Association
05.2016 - 09.2018
HEALTH CARE SPECIALIST
COMBAT MEDIC, United States Army
06.2013 - 04.2016
CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT
Right Choice Home Care And Staffing
06.2011 - 06.2013
AS - EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES
U. S. Army Medical Department Center And School