Hi, I’m
Sheila Girgenti
Middletown,CT
Summary
Proficient and caring LPN nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.
Supports needs of patients with unsurpassed clinical knowledge and interpersonal communication skills.
CT -licensed healthcare professional passionate about providing culturally-competent assistance to every patient. Excellent problem-solving, charting and quality assurance management skills.
Overview
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Department Of Children And Family Middletown, CT
Lead Children Service Worker
05.2007 - 04.2022
Job overview
- Lead and advise staff in care, custody and therapeutic treatment of residents on unit
- Provides for adequate coverage of unit and takes necessary action in case of absences
- Provides for maintenance of a therapeutic milieu by assuring residents psychological and physical needs are met
- Assists in development of recreational activities and programs for residents; supervises recreational activities for residents
- Participates in implementation of behavior modification programs on unit; works with caseworkers and/or social workers and other professional staff in making decisions through evaluation of residents progress and adjustment
- Attends meetings with unit staff and/or residents families in order to discuss behavioral problems , milestone achievements and progress of residents in unit
- Writes progress reports on residents; reviews and signs reports of significant happenings on unit; initiates may perform emergency medical interventions as needed
- Demonstrates knowledge of principles and practices of family therapy;
- Knowledge of basic first aid techniques and materials
- Considerable interpersonal skills; ability to assess situations and use good judgment; ability to lead staff
- Ability to efficiently organize time, manage work and coordinate programs.
Regional School District 13Durham, CT
ABA Therapist
08.2004 - 06.2006
Job overview
- Delivered individualized treatment for children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders or other behavioral and social challenges using applied behavior analysis principles.
- 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.
- Treated and improved reading and academic skills and adaptive learning skills, including fine motor dexterity, hygiene, grooming, domestic capabilities, punctuality and job competence.
- Identified and analyzed delays in student progression toward set goals and implemented, in collaboration with other team members, optimum changes to stimulate student success.
- Designed, developed and updated specific social or communication programming for individual clients according to presenting needs.
- Maintained thorough records and submitted timely reports of project activities, findings and recommendations.
Somewhere Over The Spectrum Berlin , CT
Applied Behavioral Analysis Therapist
09.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Acquired baseline data and implemented approved programs using behavioral technology appropriately, neutrally and consistently.
- Implemented individualized treatment plans developed by clinical supervisors to serve patients with diverse needs.
- Developed and maintained clear, individualized documentation on each patient.
- Maintained neutrality when supporting patients despite difficult behavior.
Education
Vinal Technical SchoolMiddletown, CT
Licensed Practical Nurse from Nursing
05.2017
Central Connecticut State UniversityNew Britain, CT
Bachelor of Arts from Developmental Psychology
05.2005
Middlesex Community College - MiddletownMiddletown, CT
Associate of Science from Human Services
05.2003
Skills
- Assessing Developmental Milestones
- Documentation ability
- Supervising experience
- Program implementation and development
- Critical thinking skills
- Assessment skills
- Communication skills
- Leadership skills
- Nursing Intervention Evaluations
- Nursing Staff Supervision
- Needs Assessment
- Care Planning and Modifications
- Information Compiling and Auditing
- Patient Admission
- Medication Side Effect Knowledge
- Patient and Caregiver Education
- Patient Management
- Multi-Tasking and Prioritization
- Tracking Symptoms
- Healthcare Platforms
- Rehabilitation Support
- Medical History Documenting
- Physician Support
- Patient Charting and Reporting
- Complex Problem-Solving
- HIPAA and Confidentiality Compliance
Timeline
Applied Behavioral Analysis Therapist
Somewhere Over The Spectrum
09.2022 - Current
Lead Children Service Worker
Department Of Children And Family
05.2007 - 04.2022
ABA Therapist
Regional School District 13
08.2004 - 06.2006
Vinal Technical School
Licensed Practical Nurse from Nursing
Central Connecticut State University
Bachelor of Arts from Developmental Psychology
Middlesex Community College - Middletown
Associate of Science from Human Services