Katelynne Baker
McArthur,OH
Summary
Highly-motivated LPN with diverse range of experience within the fields of forensic, psychiatric, substance use disorder, behavioral, and mental health settings. Skilled in crisis management and de-escalation techniques in high-pressure situations. Committed to on-going self-reflection and professional development to continually enhance skills and knowledge.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN
Carolina Dunes Behavioral Health
Leland, NC
10.2021 - 01.2024
- Handling situations such as fights, riots, and medical emergencies and coordinating with other staff members and emergency responders.
- Performed routine laboratory tests including urinalysis, blood glucose monitoring and others.
- Maintained accurate medical records in both acute and residential wings of facility.
- Engaged in de-escalation techniques, verbal commands and physical and mechanical restraints to address violent/aggressive patients.
- Enforced resident behavior management protocols and completed incident reports for infractions.
- Coordinated interdisciplinary team to develop care plans for patients.
- Assisted clients in developing life skills, including problem-solving, communication, decision-making, anger management, self-esteem building and conflict resolution.
- Participated in regular team meetings to discuss case updates and strategies for working with clients.
- Responded quickly in emergency situations involving fights between patients or attempted escapes from the facility.
- Developed strategies for managing difficult behavior in order to de-escalate tension in potentially volatile situations.
LPN
Appalachian Behavioral Healthcare
Athens, OH
04.2019 - 08.2021
- Ensured that all medications were administered accurately and on time as prescribed by the physician.
- Observed patients for any changes in their condition or behavior, reported findings to the supervisor or physician in charge.
- Performed wound care including changing dressings, cleaning wounds, applying ointments and medications and providing other necessary treatments.
Direct Support Professional
Red Door Residential
Gallipolis, OH
09.2017 - 09.2019
- Provided direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
- Used approved crisis intervention techniques in emergency situations.
- Collaborated with other staff members to develop individualized service plans for each participant.
- Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
- Provided medication to patients as prescribed by the doctor, ensuring accuracy in dosage and timing.
Therapeutic Program Worker
Appalachian Behavioral Healthcare
Athens, OH
01.2018 - 04.2019
- Monitored client's daily activities to ensure safety and compliance with program rules.
- Provided crisis intervention services when needed by utilizing de-escalation techniques.
- Engaged in community outreach activities to increase awareness.
- Responded to emergency situations and provided crisis support.
- Tracked incoming patient information, intervention plans and patient responses to treatment.
- Utilized emerging Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Play Therapy and Narrative Therapy as treatment approaches.
- Attended training seminars related to mental health topics such as trauma-informed care, substance abuse.
- Developed educational materials for use during group therapy sessions or individual counseling sessions.
- Encouraged positive behaviors through rewards systems or incentives programs.
- Encouraged clients to express feelings and discuss happenings in life to help client develop insight into themselves and relationships.
Skills
- Emergency Response
- Restraint Techniques
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Substance Abuse Knowledge
- Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI)
- Strategic Planning and Organization
- First Aid and CPR Certified
- Behavioral Disorders Familiarity
- Mental Health Support
- Behavioral Assessment
Certification
- CPR
- First-Aid
- CPI (Non-Violent Crisis Prevention & Intervention Training)
- AED
- Correctional Behavioral Health Certification
- Trauma Support Certification
- RBT Certification
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
LPN
Carolina Dunes Behavioral Health
10.2021 - 01.2024
LPN
Appalachian Behavioral Healthcare
04.2019 - 08.2021
Therapeutic Program Worker
Appalachian Behavioral Healthcare
01.2018 - 04.2019
Direct Support Professional
Red Door Residential
09.2017 - 09.2019
- CPR
- First-Aid
- CPI (Non-Violent Crisis Prevention & Intervention Training)
- AED
- Correctional Behavioral Health Certification
- Trauma Support Certification
- RBT Certification
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