Yarilyn Helena
Practical Nursing Student
Temple,PA
Summary
Highly motivated and innovative preceptor with two years of experience in a mental healthcare setting. Excited to contribute a combination of excellent interpersonal, multi-tasking and communication skills, along with a passion for providing exceptional patient-focused care as a licensed practical nurse upon graduation. Looking to fulfill this goal in a healthcare facility under the supervision of dedicated clinical nursing leadership.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certificates
Work History
Behavioral Health Associate, Preceptor
Tower Behavioral Health
Reading, PA
05.2021 - Current
- Precepted new hires following established standards of practice and organizational policies.
- Contributed educational and clinical expertise to help optimize training courses and boost patient learning .
- Engaged with colleagues in treatment team meetings to promote positive patient treatment outcomes.
- Supported patients needing medical care to relieve patient anxiety and promote positive outcomes.
- Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.
- Assisted with patient restraint and seclusion scenarios to create safe environment for patient and medical personnel.
- Identified behaviors that necessitated intervention and obtained assistance from qualified personnel to complete intervention.
- Helped patients with meals, activities of daily living (ADLs) and facility transfers to promote security and patient well-being.
- Escorted patients from unit to meals, activities, and visitation areas to maintain standard of safety and security.
- Observed patient behaviors and mental status and notified RN of unusual or potentially dangerous occurrences.
- Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being.
- Collaborated with other preceptors and instructors to enhance patient-focused care.
Direct Care Taker
Caresify
Reading, PA
07.2017 - Current
- Remained alert to problems or health issues of clients and competently responded.
- Monitored and maintained cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned residential service areas.
- Planned, prepared, and served meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
- Scheduled and accompanied clients to medical appointments.
- Determined specific needs and provided most appropriate level of services for patient well-being.
- Ran errands for patients, did shopping, and picked up other necessities.
- Resolved patient complaints quickly and courteously to maintain safety standards and satisfaction.
Education
Licensed Practica Nursing
Penn State Berks University
Reading, PA 08.2022 - 12.2023
Medical Office Assistance
Reading Area Community College
Reading, PA 06.2016 - 12.2017
Associate of Applied Science - Business Management
Reading Area Community College
Reading, PA 06.2004 - 06.2011
Skills
Mentoring proficiency
Proficient in Point Click Charting, EPIC, Cerner, and Microsoft
Adept in cardiopulmonary resuscitation, medication administration, catheter insertions, electrocardiogram, comprehension of laboratory testing values, tracheostomy care and suctioning, nasogastric tube insertion, intramuscular and subcutaneous injections, intravenous therapy, and therapeutic communication
Bilingual with great interpersonal and communication skills Proficient in reading, writing, speaking, and interpreting Spanish
Certification
CPR Basic Life Support
Clinical Experience
Penn State Health Saint Joseph Medical Center-Intensive Care Unit 2N
Phoebe Berks-Longterm Care
Timeline
CPR Basic Life Support
08-2022
Crisis Prevention Intervention Instructor
08-2022
Licensed Practica Nursing
Penn State Berks University
08.2022 - 12.2023
Handle with Care Certification
05-2022
Behavioral Health Associate, Preceptor
Tower Behavioral Health
05.2021 - Current
Direct Care Taker
Caresify
07.2017 - Current
Medical Office Assistance
Reading Area Community College
06.2016 - 12.2017
Associate of Applied Science - Business Management
Reading Area Community College
06.2004 - 06.2011