Karen Chida
Lewisville,United States
Summary
Compassionate Mental Health Tech with strong track record of implementing effective behavioral management programs. Sound knowledge of addiction symptomatology and diagnosed mental disorders. Handles tasks effectively and communicates with tact and discretion. Committed to helping patients by established treatment plan goals and interventions.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Travel CNA (Mental Health Technician)
Aya Healthcare
12.2023 - Current
- Developed strong rapport with patients through empathetic listening skills and effective communication techniques that eased anxiety during transitions between facilities.
- Provided high-quality nursing care to diverse patient populations, adapting to the unique needs of each assignment.
- Served as a mentor to new CNAs during their orientation period, providing guidance on facility policies and best practices for patient care.
- Exceeded performance expectations by consistently receiving praise from supervisors for adaptability and dedication to exceptional patient care during travel assignments.
- Displayed cultural sensitivity while working with diverse populations across various geographic locations throughout the US.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being.
- Helped patients with meals, activities of daily living (ADLs) and facility transfers to promote security and patient well-being.
- Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.
- Monitored patients'' progress, documenting changes in behavior and updating treatment plans accordingly.
- Provided emotional support to patients, helping them cope with mental health challenges.
CNA, Float Pool
Eminent Medical Center
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Reduced fall incidents by regularly monitoring patients'' movements and implementing appropriate interventions.
- Supported patients'' mobility by safely transferring them to and from beds, wheelchairs, or other equipment.
- Supported continuity of care by effectively communicating patient updates during shift handoffs with fellow CNAs and nursing staff members.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
CNA, Float Pool
Texas Rehabilitation Hospital Of Keller
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Assisted nurses with wound care procedures to ensure proper healing and infection control measures were followed.
Psych Tech (CNA)
Prime Time (Montana State Hospital)
06.2022 - 08.2023
- Charted on each patients daily.
- Took and monitored vital signs, administered medications, and managed patient behavior.
- Monitored patient behavior and immediately reported changes to supervising physician.
- Collaborated closely with mental health professionals with treatment plan implementation.
- Census counts on units
Psych Technician
Cary Phillips
04.2021 - 05.2022
- Patient had huntingtons disease
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
- Deescalate when patient experiences uncharacterized anger
Caregiver
Grace Homestead
01.2021 - 04.2021
- Implemented range of motion to support patient improvement in muscle tone, and injury recovery.
- Worked in both memory care and assisted living facilities
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
CNA
Cambridge Caregivers
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Assist nursing stuff to take blood sugar and vitals and answering calls
- Delivered high-quality care to different patients in care facility and homes.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
Esthetician
Steiner Leisure
06.2016 - 01.2020
- Resolved customer complaints and facilitated conflict resolutions.
- Explained benefits of skin care products to clients.
- Performed special anti-oxidant, acne, and microdermabrasion facial services.
- Reinforced customer selections by reviewing use and benefits of chosen products.
- Suggested appropriate therapy based on current health of client.
- Welcomed clients arriving for appointments.
- Performed consultations for patients before scheduling treatments.
- Developed customized facial treatments for individual clients to address specific skin care needs.
- Stocked treatment rooms with proper supplies.
Education
Certificate - CNA
Legacy Career Institute
Carrollton, TX03.2023
Diploma - Somatology (Beauty Therapy)
International Academy Of Health And SkinCare
Johannesburg South Africa01.2014
Skills
- Recording Vital Signs
- Intake Recording
- Dementia and Alzheimer's Knowledge
- Measuring Bodily Fluids
- Output Monitoring and Reporting
- Range of Motion Exercises
- Forensic psych unit
- Blood Sugar Monitoring
- Census counts
- Huntington's disease and bipolar knowledge
- Mental disorders
- Incident Reporting
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
Timeline
Travel CNA (Mental Health Technician)
Aya Healthcare
12.2023 - Current
CNA, Float Pool
Eminent Medical Center
08.2023 - 12.2023
CNA, Float Pool
Texas Rehabilitation Hospital Of Keller
08.2023 - 12.2023
Psych Tech (CNA)
Prime Time (Montana State Hospital)
06.2022 - 08.2023
Psych Technician
Cary Phillips
04.2021 - 05.2022
Caregiver
Grace Homestead
01.2021 - 04.2021
CNA
Cambridge Caregivers
01.2020 - 01.2021
Esthetician
Steiner Leisure
06.2016 - 01.2020
Certificate - CNA
Legacy Career Institute
Diploma - Somatology (Beauty Therapy)
International Academy Of Health And SkinCare
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