Sonya Bates
Prattville,AL
Summary
I am a very caring MHT, CNA, I am certified to pass medication and I have also worked as a unit clerk. I also completed my Bachelors in Health Administration and a Masters in Business Management. I have been in the healthcare field for over 20 years and I really enjoy what I do.
Reliable Direct Care Worker offering exceptional care in home environments. Passionate about supporting patient progress by monitoring medication reactions, observing behaviors and teaching healthy habits. Dedicated to patient safety, wellness and happiness.
Patient and calm Direct Care Worker with in-depth understanding of medication administration and medical equipment operations. Assists with activities of daily living, preparing meals and housekeeping. Committed to top-notch care for disabled, impaired and chronically ill individuals.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Direct Care Worker
Magnolia Wood Theraputic
Prattville, Alabama
05.2024 - Current
- Actively promoted positive behaviors among clients through reinforcement techniques.
- Educated families on available resources that could enhance their quality of life.
- Facilitated communication between clients, family members and medical staff.
- Monitored client progress and reported changes in behavior or physical condition to supervisor.
- Developed individual service plans in collaboration with the client, family members and other professionals.
- Performed basic first aid procedures when necessary.
- Coordinated transportation for medical appointments and other errands.
- Promoted independence by teaching self-care skills such as dressing, hygiene and housekeeping tasks.
Mental Health Technician
Prattville Baptist Hospital
Prattville, AL
06.2021 - 04.2024
- I care for geriatric behavioral patients.
- Monitored vital signs, including pulse, respiration and temperature, of psychiatric patients.
- Developed positive relationships with patients while maintaining professional boundaries.
- Supervised visitors entering the facility according to established security protocols.
- Observed and documented changes in patient behavior and reported any significant changes to the clinical team.
Direct Care Worker
Magnolia Wood Therapeutic
Prattville, AL
06.2014 - 05.2021
- Care for the mental ill
- Prepare meals, assist with their daily living activities, transport back and forth to doctor appointments, and pass medicine.
Security Guard
Unarmed, U.S. Security Associates, Inc
Prattville, AL
04.2012 - 10.2013
- Check trucks out through the computer
- Handle paperwork and answer phone
- Search IP workers.
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Prattville Health and Rehabilitation
Prattville, AL
05.2008 - 11.2009
- I received my certification through this company
- I cared for the elderly: feed, bathe entertain the elderly.
Nurses' Aide
Greensprings Assisted Living
Prattville, AL
10.2002 - 05.2006
- My duties were to cook, clean, feed, bathe & entertain the elderly.
Education
MBA -
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ04.2024
Bachelor's - Health Administration
University of Phoenix
08.2022
GED
Prattville High School
01.1999
Skills
- Caregiving
- Home Care
- Senior Care
- Vital Signs
- Meal Preparation
- Patient Care
- Developmental Disabilities Experience
- Medication Administration
- Dementia Care
- Cleaning Experience
- Laundry
- Alzheimer's Care
- Autism Experience
- Security
- Hospital Experience
- Certifications and Licenses
- Assessments
- Attention to detail — Proficient
- February 2021
- Identifying differences in materials, following instructions, and detecting details among distracting
- Information
- Full results: Proficient
- Indeed Assessments provides skills tests that are not indicative of a license or certification, or continued
- Development in any professional field
Certification
CNA June 2007 I took the state test to become a nursing assistant. CPR Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Security Guard Nursing Aide Skills Familiar July 2020 Providing nursing aid to patients using knowledge of relevant equipment and procedures. Full results: Familiar Electronic Health Records: Best Practices Familiar July 2020 First Aid Certification
- Direct Care Aide (DCA)
- First Aid/CPR
Interests
I have work as a Nurses Aide for 5 years, I got my certification in nursing assistant in 2008. I have been working in the medical industry since 2002. I have a Bachelors degree in Health Administration and I also completed my Masters in Business Administration.
Additional Information
- Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Timeline
Direct Care Worker
Magnolia Wood Theraputic
05.2024 - Current
Mental Health Technician
Prattville Baptist Hospital
06.2021 - 04.2024
Direct Care Worker
Magnolia Wood Therapeutic
06.2014 - 05.2021
Security Guard
Unarmed, U.S. Security Associates, Inc
04.2012 - 10.2013
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Prattville Health and Rehabilitation
05.2008 - 11.2009
Nurses' Aide
Greensprings Assisted Living
10.2002 - 05.2006
MBA -
University of Phoenix
Bachelor's - Health Administration
University of Phoenix
GED
Prattville High School
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