Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Languages
Certification
Timeline
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Soheila Paul

Gainesville,FL

Summary

Dedicated and enthusiastic individual with a strong track record of organizational skills seeking an entry-level position as a Registered Nurse. Committed to contributing to team success and achieving company objectives. Demonstrates high motivation, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal abilities. Proficient in working independently with a talent for quickly acquiring new skills.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Mental Health Specialist

UF Psychiatry Hospital
07.2021 - Current
  • Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.
  • Engaged with colleagues in treatment team meetings to promote positive patient treatment outcomes.
  • Identified behaviors that necessitated intervention and obtained assistance from qualified personnel to complete intervention.
  • Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being.
  • Monitor vital signs and informed nurse of patient well being,
  • Helped patients with meals, activities of daily living (ADLs) and facility transfers to promote security and patient well-being.
  • Supported patients needing medical care to relieve patient anxiety and promote positive outcomes.
  • Observed patient behaviors and mental status and notified RN of unusual or potentially dangerous occurrences.
  • Provided compassionate support during times of crisis or acute distress while maintaining professional boundaries and ethical standards.
  • Ensured safety of patients through close observation during high-risk situations such as suicidal ideation or self-harm behaviors.
  • Communicated with clients to develop social and psychiatric observations.
  • Monitored patients and assessed suicide risks.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive mental health services and support for patients.

Certified Nursing Assistant

ShiftKey
01.2020 - 12.2021
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.

Patient Care Technician

UF Shands Teaching Hospital
04.2006 - 07.2021
  • Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
  • Supported patient admissions, discharges, and transfers to promote team productivity.
  • Helped patients maintain healthy skin by checking wounds, assessing integrity, and bathing bedbound individuals.
  • Responded to patient emergencies with immediate care and notified clinicians to provide comprehensive assistance.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
  • Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
  • Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
  • Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
  • Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
  • Promoted a safe and inclusive healthcare environment, adhering to policies and procedures while advocating for the well-being of all patients.
  • Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Clinical Psychology

University of Central Florida
12-2022

Associate of Science - Health Care

Santa Fe College

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Family Clinic College

Skills

  • Patient services
  • Professional bedside manner
  • High level of autonomy
  • Culturally-competent care
  • Adaptable
  • Documenting behaviors
  • Bilingual in English and Tagalog
  • Charting and clinical documentation
  • Progress Monitoring
  • Patient Safety Management
  • Behavior Management
  • Family support and assistance
  • Excellent customer service skills
  • Knowledge of medical terminology
  • Clinical Documentation
  • Suicide Prevention
  • De-Escalation Techniques
  • Behavioral Management
  • Anxiety reduction techniques
  • Self-esteem building
  • Stress management strategies
  • Goal setting and achievement

Accomplishments

    Certifications:

    Certified Nursing Assistant-State of Florida

    Awarded and nominated for best employee 2008, 2009, 2021

Languages

English
Professional
Spanish
Limited
Tagalog
Professional

Certification

Registered Nurse License:RN9690179

Certified Nursing Assistant:CNA157329

Timeline

Mental Health Specialist

UF Psychiatry Hospital
07.2021 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant

ShiftKey
01.2020 - 12.2021

Patient Care Technician

UF Shands Teaching Hospital
04.2006 - 07.2021

Associate of Science - Health Care

Santa Fe College

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Family Clinic College

Bachelor of Science - Clinical Psychology

University of Central Florida

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