Ciara Boyd
Indianapolis,IN
Summary
Organized and knowledgeable Registered Nurse experienced in treating and caring for broad range of behavioral health patients. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with doctors to maintain top-notch healthcare practices.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
RN-BSN
Ascension Health Care
Indianapolis, IN
05.2022 - Current
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care for up to 20 patients at a time.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
- Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
- Identified behaviors associated with substance abuse and recognized signs of being under influence of alcohol or drugs.
- Completed daily client rounds and tracked client movements.
- Assisted with execution of client activities, support groups and monitoring of ADL's.
- Served as a preceptor for new nurses by providing training on unit operations and delivering feedback on performance evaluations.
Student Nurse Intern
Ascension Health Care
Indianapolis, IN
05.2021 - 05.2022
- Addressed both acute and chronic neurological conditions with medical expertise to make accurate assessments of individual medical situations.
- Investigated patient histories, symptoms and responses as part of in-depth investigations into etiologies of patient concerns.
- Understood and followed oral and written directions.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
Server, Hostess, Cashier, Food Runner, Busser
Cheesecake Factory Inc
Indianapolis, IN
06.2019 - 10.2021
- Answered phone inquiries to schedule and confirm reservations, record takeout orders and respond to service questions.
- Addressed concerns quickly to improve customer experience and escalated issues to management for resolution when necessary.
- Increased beverage sales with food and drink pairing suggestions to suit unique customer preferences.
- Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills and calculate totals.
- Displayed enthusiasm and knowledge about restaurant's menu and products.
- Counted and balanced cashier drawers.
Registered Behavioral Technician
Little Star ABA
Carmel, IN
12.2018 - 04.2019
- Performed behavioral interventions to teach communication, social and daily living skills and reduce problematic behaviors in home, community and school settings.
- Assembled, maintained and analyzed data gathered during student sessions, completed daily treatment logs and consistently submitted timely written and verbal progress reports.
- Provided direct client care and group treatment while utilizing combinations of intensive teaching and natural environment training arrangements.
- Identified and analyzed delays in student progression toward set goals and implemented, in collaboration with other team members, optimum changes to stimulate student success.
Case Manager
Capitol City Family And Education Services
Indianapolis, IN
06.2018 - 11.2018
- Linked clients with social services, health care providers and governmental agencies to help claim or reclaim individual autonomy.
- Maintained logs and electronic client records following department and agency policies for effective monitoring.
- Adhered to ethical principles and standards to protect clients' confidential information.
- Communicated with legal services providers, social services agencies and local judicial systems regarding cases.
- Transitioned clients to different providers based on progress or needs.
- Consulted with staff on resolution of complex service issues.
- Helped clients to build and recognize strengths and self-worth.
Mental Health Technician
Options Behavioral Health Hospital
Indianapolis, IN
08.2017 - 10.2018
- Engaged clients in therapeutic groups to promote coping skills, education and life skills.
- Tracked client movement on and off unit by documenting times and destinations.
- Participated in treatment planning by helping to identify patients' problems, needs and strengths.
- Monitored patients' well-being and reported changes or unusual behavior or physical illness to medical staff.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accelerated Nursing Program
Marian University
Indianapolis, IN05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Indiana University - Purdue University Indianapolis
Indianapolis, IN05.2017
Skills
- Patient Monitoring
- Organizational Skills
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Conflict Resolution
- Clear Patient Communication
- Decision Making
- Critical Thinking
- Attention to Detail
- Creative Problem Solving
- Patient Examination
- Care Coordination
- Accurate Documentation
- Medication Administration
- Nursing Plan Development
- Follow-Up Calls
- Nursing Plan Development and Modification
Timeline
RN-BSN
Ascension Health Care
05.2022 - Current
Student Nurse Intern
Ascension Health Care
05.2021 - 05.2022
Server, Hostess, Cashier, Food Runner, Busser
Cheesecake Factory Inc
06.2019 - 10.2021
Registered Behavioral Technician
Little Star ABA
12.2018 - 04.2019
Case Manager
Capitol City Family And Education Services
06.2018 - 11.2018
Mental Health Technician
Options Behavioral Health Hospital
08.2017 - 10.2018
Bachelor of Science - Accelerated Nursing Program
Marian University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Indiana University - Purdue University Indianapolis
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