Philomena Richard
Portland
Summary
CLINICAL EXPERIENCE SUMMARY
Preceptorship: Mother Baby, FBC- Maine Medical Center
- Provided attentive, individualized care to mothers, neonates, and family units
- Assisted with maternal and newborn assessments, vital signs, and postpartum recovery
- Supported breastfeeding initiation and provided patient education on newborn care and postpartum health
Maternal-Newborn, FBC-Maine Medical Center
- Completed experiential rotations on Labor & Delivery, Mother Baby, and NICU units
- Participated in family-centered care and interdisciplinary collaboration with obstetricians, lactation consultants, and neonatal staff
- Observed and supported safe labor and delivery practices and postpartum care
Medical–Surgical / Telemetry, MS4-Southern Maine Healthcare
• Performed comprehensive patient assessments and monitored cardiac and respiratory status
• Administered medications and tracked intake, output, and clinical trends
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary team on care planning and discharge readiness
Stroke / Neurological Telemetry, R2-Maine Medical Center
• Conducted frequent neurological assessments and implemented fall and dysphagia precautions
• Supported patient and family education on stroke recovery
Psychiatric Nursing, Spring Harbor Hospital
• Applied therapeutic communication and trauma-informed care strategies
School Nursing, East End Community School
• Supported screenings, medication administration, and student health education
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Children’s Care Coordinator
The Opportunity Alliance — Children’s Behavioral Health Home
01.2024 - 05.2025
- Developed and coordinated comprehensive, family-centered care plans for youth ages 0–21 with medical, mental health, and developmental diagnoses using the Behavioral Health Home model
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams including medical providers, mental health clinicians, educators, and community agencies
- Advocated for clients and families to address social determinants of health and ensure access to essential services
Special Educational Technician III / RBT / Behavioral Health Professional
Maine Behavioral Healthcare / STEPP ME In-Home Services
01.2021 - 01.2024
- Delivered individualized, developmentally appropriate interventions for children ages 2–3 with developmental disorders
- Implemented and monitored behavioral intervention plans to reduce maladaptive behaviors and promote skill acquisition
- Collected, analyzed, and utilized data to guide goal development and treatment modifications
Educational Technician III / Behavioral Technician
Spring Harbor Hospital
06.2018 - 03.2022
- Provided direct care to children and adolescents ages 5–21 in an acute psychiatric hospital setting
- Assisted with activities of daily living while promoting patient independence and dignity
- Collaborated with nurses, psychiatrists, psychologists, and therapists to implement individualized treatment plans
Yoga Instructor
Greener Postures Yoga
08.2022 - Current
- Lead inclusive, mindfulness-based yoga and breathing practices for individuals of all ages and abilities
- Create safe, welcoming environments that promote physical and emotional well-being
Server
Gritty Mcduff’s
04.2017 - 02.2026
- Delivered high-quality customer service in a fast-paced, high-volume restaurant environment
- Demonstrated strong time management, prioritization, and multitasking skills during peak service hours
- Collaborated closely with team members to support smooth operations and a positive work environment
Research Lab Manager
University of New England
2015 - 2018
- Facilitated in-vitro experimentation on pain modulating effects of opioid agonists and the gut microbiome
- Interviewed, hired and trained lab technicians to perform experiments and analyze results
- Kept equipment maintained, facility clean, and organized and inventory stocked to maximize performance
- Presented in two national conferences and coauthor in four publications
Education
Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN) -
University of New England
Portland, ME05-2026
Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience - undefined
University of New England
Biddeford, ME05-2018
Skills
- Patient- and family-centered care
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Data collection and behavioral analysis
- Leadership, communication, and advocacy
- Mindfulness-based practices
Accomplishments
- Basic Life Support, American Heart Association
- 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training, School Yoga Institute
- 20-Hour Yoga Anatomy, Jason Crandell Yoga Method
HONORS & ACTIVITIES
Helen Fuld Health Trust Scholarship Recipient, Orientation Leader, University of New England, Building Manager, University of New England, Study Abroad: University of Pablo Olavide, Seville, Spain
Timeline
Children’s Care Coordinator
The Opportunity Alliance — Children’s Behavioral Health Home
01.2024 - 05.2025
Yoga Instructor
Greener Postures Yoga
08.2022 - Current
Special Educational Technician III / RBT / Behavioral Health Professional
Maine Behavioral Healthcare / STEPP ME In-Home Services
01.2021 - 01.2024
Educational Technician III / Behavioral Technician
Spring Harbor Hospital
06.2018 - 03.2022
Server
Gritty Mcduff’s
04.2017 - 02.2026
Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience - undefined
University of New England
Research Lab Manager
University of New England
2015 - 2018
Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN) -
University of New England