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VICTORIA SNYDER

Kokomo,IN

Summary

Motivated professional experienced in providing exceptional care to elderly, disabled and psychiatric patients. Demonstrated expertise in basic nursing care and medical documentation. Committed to delivering compassionate care and improving the lives of patients through attentive and thorough medical care. Reliable worker with excellent communication, time management, and computer skills. A driven and detail-oriented individual with a desire to use analytical and problem-solving skills to meet goals. Adaptable professional with six years of work experience and proven knowledge of leadership, problem-solving, and prioritization. Aiming to leverage my abilities to successfully fill the Psychiatric Technician role at your company.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Nursing Assistant

The Waters of Tipton
Kokomo, IN
10.2023 - Current
  • Oversee the safety and security of the locked unit, Psychiatric unit.
  • Monitor access and egress to prevent unauthorized entry or exit
  • Manage and report incidents or emergencies within the unit
  • Ensure compliance with facility policies and regulatory requirements
  • Assisted patients with personal hygiene tasks, such as bathing and dressing, while maintaining respect for patient privacy and dignity
  • Delivered direct care to patients, assisting with bathing, feeding, and grooming tasks
  • Completed daily documentation and charts regarding patient care and input reports into practice databases
  • Educate patients and their families about medication regimes and potential side effects
  • Monitor the effectiveness and side effects of medications
  • Administer psychiatric medications as prescribed by the physician
  • Exhibited strong organizational skills by maintaining an orderly work area at all times
  • Executed appropriate follow-up measures after completing each phase of a patient's treatment plan.

Certified Medication Technician

Wintersong Village
Kokomo, IN
01.2023 - 06.2023
  • Utilized excellent communication skills to collaborate with healthcare professionals on patient care plans
  • Report significant changes in patients' conditions to the healthcare team
  • Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress and treatment plans
  • Ensure a safe and secure environment for patients and staff
  • Implement and enforce safety protocols, including suicide prevention measures
  • Conduct regular assessments of potential risks within the psychiatric unit
  • Respond to psychiatric emergencies and provide immediate interventions
  • Collaborate with the team to develop and implement crisis intervention plans
  • Participate in debriefing sessions following critical incidents
  • Conduct comprehensive mental health assessments to identify patients' needs, strengths, and potential risks
  • Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to develop individualized care plans
  • Assisted patients with personal hygiene tasks, such as bathing and dressing, while maintaining respect for patient privacy and dignity
  • Delivered direct care to patients, assisting with bathing, feeding, and grooming tasks
  • Completed daily documentation and charts regarding patient care and input reports into practice databases
  • Utilized excellent communication skills to collaborate with healthcare professionals on patient care plans
  • Demonstrated expertise in administering medications according to prescribed orders, including oral and topical medications
  • Dispense oral, inhalation and topical medications to patients under direct supervision of a licensed nurse unless otherwise allowed by state law
  • Performing tasks associated with medication administration, including patient vital signs, calculate medication dosages and stock the medication cart
  • The Certified Medication Aide roles is to assist the licensed nurse (RN or LPN/LVN) in providing safe and ethical care for clients that is, administering prescribed drugs and completing other delegated nursing tasks allowed by state law
  • Essential Functions Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Certified Nursing Assistant

ShiftKey
Kokomo, IN
  • Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
  • Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
  • Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
  • Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
  • Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
  • Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
  • Observed patients during meals, leisure times, and other activities to ensure safety and well-being.
  • Assisted patients in accomplishing activities of daily living skills (ADLs).
  • Ensured a safe environment for all patients by monitoring their behaviors closely and intervening when necessary.
  • Encouraged patients to participate in recreational activities and group therapy sessions.
  • Assisted with admission processes, including collecting information from family members and completing paperwork.
  • Communicated effectively with individuals who have difficulty expressing themselves verbally or through written language.
  • Recorded and closely monitored patient behaviors and progress to effectively identify changes needing attention.

Certified Medication Technician

ShiftKey
Kokomo, IN

Certified Nursing Assistant

Wintersong Village
Kokomo, IN

Certified Medication Technician

Logansport State Hospital
Logansport, IN

Certified Nursing Assistant

Krucial Rapid Response
Bossier City, LA

Certified Nursing Assistant

Acuity International
Bosie, ID

Certified Nursing Assistant

Medical Staffing Solutions LLC
Lafayette, IN

Education

Certification in Nursing -

Ivytech
08.2021

Certification in Nursing -

IvyTech
07.2021

High School Diploma -

Kokomo High
06.2017

Skills

  • Mobility Assistance Needs
  • Understanding
  • Alzheimer's Care
  • Psychiatric disorders
  • Cognitive Empathy
  • Scope of practice
  • Family Support and Assistance
  • Supporting Personal Needs
  • Responding to Emergencies
  • Medications Familiarity
  • General Housekeeping Abilities
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Light Housekeeping
  • Documenting Behaviors
  • Dementia and Alzheimer's Knowledge
  • Recording Vital Signs
  • Nursing Standards
  • Infection Control Procedures
  • Calm Under Stress
  • Patient-Focused Care
  • Patient Safety Management

Certification

  • Certified nursing assistant
  • Certified medication technician
  • Basic Life support

References

  • Kristen Richter, Director Of Nursing, (331) 214-2359, richterkristen44@gmail.com
  • Dr. Dean Doring, Manager Of Operations, (321) 431-0099, Shakeitha.datrice@acuityinternational.com
  • Brenton Rose, Certified Nursing Assistant, (765) 513-7032, brenton.rose83@yahoo.com
  • Carsten Beyer, Indiana State Intern, (859) 608-6023, carstenbeyer14@gmail.com
  • Amy Miller, Nurse, (574) 540-6198, ashlynsegate@gmail.com
  • Jamie Wallace, Nurse, (812) 660-1777, n.a@gmail.com
  • Kim Shook, Assistant Director Of Nursing, (765) 675-8791, n.a@gmail.com

Timeline

Certified Nursing Assistant

The Waters of Tipton
10.2023 - Current

Certified Medication Technician

Wintersong Village
01.2023 - 06.2023

Certified Nursing Assistant

ShiftKey

Certified Medication Technician

ShiftKey

Certified Nursing Assistant

Wintersong Village

Certified Medication Technician

Logansport State Hospital

Certified Nursing Assistant

Krucial Rapid Response

Certified Nursing Assistant

Acuity International

Certified Nursing Assistant

Medical Staffing Solutions LLC

Certification in Nursing -

Ivytech

Certification in Nursing -

IvyTech

High School Diploma -

Kokomo High

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