Kazanna Sutherland
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Skilled Activity Therapist with a proven track record at Kings County Hospital Center, enhancing patient recovery through therapeutic recreation and effective crisis intervention. Excelled in developing treatment plans and fostering teamwork, showcasing attention to detail and behavioral health expertise. Achieved significant patient progress by leveraging goal-setting expertise and motivational techniques.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Activity Therapist
Kings County Hospital Center
07.2024 - Current
- Participated in case conferences with other healthcare professionals to discuss patient progress and collaborate on treatment plans moving forward.
- Implemented evidence-based practices within therapeutic interventions to ensure best possible outcomes for all patients served.
- Developed strong relationships with community partners to connect patients with external resources that enhanced their recovery experience outside the clinical setting.
- Empowered patients by teaching them coping strategies and self-regulation techniques for managing stressors in daily life effectively.
Recreational Aide
Brooklyn Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing
12.2023 - 06.2024
- Promoted a safe environment for all participants by maintaining clean facilities and ensuring proper use of equipment.
- Collaborated with other staff members to develop engaging, age-appropriate programming for various groups.
- Improved overall safety standards within the facility by promptly identifying potential hazards and implementing appropriate solutions.
- Facilitated enjoyable group outings to local parks, museums, or other attractions as part of program offerings.
Medical Technician
Signature Living
06.2023 - 12.2023
- Administered medications and performed basic and advanced patient assessments.
- Enhanced public health by assisting in epidemiological studies and reporting findings to relevant health authorities.
- Performed routine maintenance on medical equipment, ensuring reliability and accuracy of test results.
- Measured patient vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse rate, and temperature to record information on patients' charts.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Forensic Psychology
John Jay College of Criminal Justice
New York, NY06-2023
Skills
- Documentation and reporting
- Therapeutic recreation
- Crisis intervention proficiency
- First aid and BLS certification
- Patient motivation techniques
- Goal setting expertise
- Behavior management strategies
- Activity planning
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Behavioral Health
- Treatment plan development
Certification
- Certified EKG Tech- 2023
- Certified BLS- 2023
Timeline
Activity Therapist
Kings County Hospital Center
07.2024 - Current
Recreational Aide
Brooklyn Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing
12.2023 - 06.2024
Medical Technician
Signature Living
06.2023 - 12.2023
- Certified EKG Tech- 2023
- Certified BLS- 2023
Bachelor of Arts - Forensic Psychology
John Jay College of Criminal Justice
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