Nicole McQuilkin
Greenwood,IN
Summary
CNA with a track record of enhancing patient dignity at Team Select Home Care through active listening and effective time management. Skilled in reducing challenging behaviors and promoting independence, demonstrating flexibility and dependability across healthcare settings. Achieved significant improvements in patient care and behavioral interventions. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RBT
Achieve Behavioral Alliance Plus
Indianapolis, IN
10.2023 - 02.2024
- Received ongoing supervision from Board Certified Behavior Analysts to refine professional skills and knowledge.
- Reduced challenging behaviors through the implementation of positive reinforcement strategies.
- Promoted socialization and peer interaction with group activities and play-based learning.
- Assisted in modifying behavior intervention plans based on data analysis and client progress reports.
CNA
Team Select Home Care
Indianapolis, IN
07.2022 - 10.2023
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
Emergency Winter Contingency Aide
Wheeler Mission
Indianapolis, IN
10.2021 - 04.2022
- Remained calm, assertive, and mindful to think critically and problem solve during stressful situations.
- Established trusting relationships with guests through consistent reliability and genuine empathy towards their unique situations.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations to assess and deflect issues.
- Leveraged physical or verbal techniques to investigate suspicious activities and resolve concerns.
CNA
Homestead Healthcare Center
Indianapolis, IN
04.2021 - 09.2021
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
Education
No Degree - Nursing ASN
Ivy Tech Community College
Columbus, IN08.2026
Associate of Science - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Ivy Tech Community College
Columbus, IN08.2021
Bachelor of Science - Psychology/Philosophy
University of Indianapolis
Indianapolis08.2004
Skills
- Active Listening
- Calm Under Pressure
- Organizational Skills
- Dependable and Responsible
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Time Management
Certification
- RBT - Registered Behavior Technician
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
- CMA - Certified Medication Aide
- First Aid/CPR Certified
Timeline
RBT
Achieve Behavioral Alliance Plus
10.2023 - 02.2024
CNA
Team Select Home Care
07.2022 - 10.2023
Emergency Winter Contingency Aide
Wheeler Mission
10.2021 - 04.2022
CNA
Homestead Healthcare Center
04.2021 - 09.2021
No Degree - Nursing ASN
Ivy Tech Community College
Associate of Science - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Ivy Tech Community College
Bachelor of Science - Psychology/Philosophy
University of Indianapolis