Kalisha Lockhart
Utica,NY
Summary
Dedicated, professional, and committed to making a difference and creating a meaningful impact, I am an experienced health professional with a strong background as a community liaison. With a focus on providing quality care and efficiency, I am confident in taking the next step in practicing as a Licensed Practical Nurse. Alongside my part-time work experience, I bring extensive knowledge of core subject matter to contribute to the success of any healthcare team.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Student Engagement Specialist
Integrated Community Alternatives Network
08.2023 - Current
- Provided individualized support for students struggling with emotional management, resulting in improved academic performance.
- Served as an additional support to the school. Implementing restorative practices.
- Enhanced family support by assessing needs and developing personalized wraparound services plan through ICAN.
Mental Health Therapy Aid
Mohawk Valley Psychiatric Center
12.2022 - 08.2023
- Key responsibilities ensure child safety psychically and emotionally
- Provide accurate documentation of the child's day and if they met therapeutic goals
- Report with team members and supervisory staff for plan updates and changes
- Implemented crisis intervention techniques when necessary, deescalating situations effectively for patient safety.
Patient Care Technician CMA
Well-Now Urgent Care
08.2021 - 09.2022
- Key responsibilities triage patients utilizing EMR for documentation, and customer service at the front desk
- Point of care testing
- Patient education directed by the physician in alignment with their diagnosis
- Callbacks with test results following HIPPA guidelines and providing quality customer service when delivering results to patients
Child Care Shift Supervisor
The House of the Good Shepherd
08.2017 - 11.2021
- Key responsibilities to ensure child safety psychically and emotionally
- Run the program, set staff groups, and plan the day
- Maintaining consistency and order with the program/ organizational rules
- Organizing documentation for recreational activities, hygiene logs, census logs, etc
Direct Support Professional
CNY DDSO
04.2019 - 07.2021
- Key responsibilities to assist residents with ADLs (bathing, toileting, dining)
- Providing support for them to live richer and fuller lives
- Providing accurate documentation and advocating when necessary
- Taking the residents out for recreational activities
Education
Licensed Practical Nurse program -
ONEIDA COUNTY BOCES
Utica, NY08.2024
Medical Assistant certification course -
ONEIDA COUNTY BOCES
08.2021
REGENTS HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
THOMAS R. PROCTOR HIGH SCHOOL
06.2014
Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Flexible and adaptable
- Leadership
- Computer Skills
- Excellent communication
- Problem resolution
Timeline
Senior Student Engagement Specialist
Integrated Community Alternatives Network
08.2023 - Current
Mental Health Therapy Aid
Mohawk Valley Psychiatric Center
12.2022 - 08.2023
Patient Care Technician CMA
Well-Now Urgent Care
08.2021 - 09.2022
Direct Support Professional
CNY DDSO
04.2019 - 07.2021
Child Care Shift Supervisor
The House of the Good Shepherd
08.2017 - 11.2021
REGENTS HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
THOMAS R. PROCTOR HIGH SCHOOL
Licensed Practical Nurse program -
ONEIDA COUNTY BOCES
Medical Assistant certification course -
ONEIDA COUNTY BOCES
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