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Katrina Joi Buyund

Fredericksburg,Virginia

Summary

Competent leader knowledgeable about behavioral health program requirements, support strategies and skill-building techniques. Focused on helping clients improve wellbeing and functioning by preventing problems and improving confidence. Hardworking, reliable and dedicated.

Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Behavioral Health Technician

Compass
01.2021 - 12.2022
  • Built and maintained positive staff relationships to promote teamwork and better serve clients/parents.
  • Completed documentation for every incident and forwarded to correct personnel for review.
  • Prepared and submitted daily activity reports to management for clients treatments.
  • Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients/parents to create safe and supportive environment.
  • Facilitated on-site activities, support groups, and outings for clients.
  • Taught clients how to complete basic household chores and prepare food.
  • Communicated with clients to assess mental health needs and develop individualized treatment plans.
  • Implemented evidence-based therapeutic interventions to help clients manage mental health difficulties.
  • Engaged with colleagues in treatment team meetings to promote positive patient treatment outcomes.
  • Escorted patients from unit to meals, activities, and visitation areas to maintain standard of safety and security.
  • Supported patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.

Paramedic Supervisor

Presbyterian Hospital
11.2017 - 04.2020
  • Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
  • Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
  • Communicated with treatment center personnel and dispatchers to provide information about situation, arrange reception of victims and receive instructions for further treatment.
  • Responded to daily emergencies and worked alongside firemen and EMTs.
  • Educated patients and family members on medical treatments and therapies for informed support.

Paramedic

Fire Department Of The City Of New York
05.2009 - 12.2017
  • Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
  • Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
  • Responded to daily emergencies and worked alongside firemen and EMTs.
  • Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
  • Delegated life-saving tasks to provide comprehensive treatment to triaged patients in emergency situations.
  • Administered continuous 12-lead electrocardiogram monitoring to record heart rhythms in patients with acute coronary syndrome.
  • Assessed patient condition through physical and verbal exams and by collecting information from others at scene.
  • Administered fluid replacement via IV, IO, and IM to replace fluid volumes and correct electrolyte imbalances.
  • Triaged injuries by communicating with patients, bystanders and family members and identified appropriate medical facility for transport.
  • Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
  • Performed intubations to secure airway in patients under respiratory and cardiac arrest.
  • Communicated with medical professionals in medical terms to relay patient needs and maintain accuracy.
  • Stayed in constant communication with patients to continuously maintain care and comfort during transportation.
  • Restocked ambulance with proper equipment such as vents, ET tubes, medication, and IV pump tubing to maintain optimum inventory.
  • Communicated with treatment center personnel and dispatchers to provide information about situation, arrange reception of victims and receive instructions for further treatment.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Cognitive Psychology

University of Arizona Global Campus
Tucson, AZ
09.2025

High School Diploma -

Walter Panas High School
Cortlandt Manor, NY
06.2003

Skills

  • Client Transportation
  • Activity Monitoring
  • ADL Support
  • Crisis Handling
  • Active Listening
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Safety Management
  • Skill-Building Exercises
  • Emergency Response
  • Resource Coordination

Timeline

Behavioral Health Technician

Compass
01.2021 - 12.2022

Paramedic Supervisor

Presbyterian Hospital
11.2017 - 04.2020

Paramedic

Fire Department Of The City Of New York
05.2009 - 12.2017

Bachelor of Science - Cognitive Psychology

University of Arizona Global Campus

High School Diploma -

Walter Panas High School

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