Knowledgeable professional with comprehensive background in physical and mental health, substance use, recovery and delivering person centered care. Results driven, adaptable and experienced with diverse populations.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Broughton Hospital/NCDHHS
11.2018 - 06.2021
Provided high-quality personal care services to psychiatric, co-occurring and behavioral health patients. Monitored activities, changes in behavior/health and participated in daily staffings with the therapeutic milieu to ensure whole-person wellness.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Black Mountain Neuro Medical Treatment Center/NCDHHS
06.2016 - 11.2018
Provided compassionate total care to residents with Alzheimer's and related dementias, TBI and neurodevelopmental diagnoses. Followed care plans and participated in daily staffings to ensure resident safety and total welfare.
Probation/Parole Officer
NC Department of Public Safety
11.1996 - 06.2015
Collaborated with substance use and mental health treatment providers, law enforcement agencies, housing, and employment community stake holders for effective supervision and intervention strategies.
Identified potential risks to community and individual safety through rigorous assessments of offender behavior patterns and needs.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice/Sociology
UNC Wilmington
Wilmington, NC
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Broughton Hospital/NCDHHS
11.2018 - 06.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
Black Mountain Neuro Medical Treatment Center/NCDHHS
Certified Nursing Assistant/Restorative Certified Nursing Assistant at Vi at La Jolla VillageCertified Nursing Assistant/Restorative Certified Nursing Assistant at Vi at La Jolla Village
Certified Nursing Assistant/Certified Nursing Assistant Preceptor at The Waters of PrincetonCertified Nursing Assistant/Certified Nursing Assistant Preceptor at The Waters of Princeton