Carla Yocum
Clarksville
Summary
Compassionate State Tested Nursing Assistant with Wellpath Resources, skilled in vital signs monitoring and patient care. Enhanced patient satisfaction through empathetic support and effective communication, contributing to a safer healthcare environment. Proven ability to implement care plans and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to optimize treatment outcomes.
Offering solid foundation in patient care and strong willingness to learn and grow in healthcare environment. Brings understanding of essential healthcare practices, such as patient hygiene and mobility support, with ability to quickly adapt and acquire new skills. Ready to use and develop communication and teamwork abilities in [SRNA] role.
Experienced with patient care techniques that ensure comfort and dignity. Utilizes effective communication to build trust with patients and colleagues. Knowledge of compassionate caregiving and maintaining clean, safe environment.
Healthcare professional with deep commitment to patient well-being and support. Extensive experience in assisting with daily activities and providing compassionate care. Recognized for reliability, adaptability, and effective teamwork in dynamic environments.
Developed key skills in fast-paced healthcare environment, focusing on patient care and support. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and manage time efficiently while addressing patient needs. Seeking to transition into new field, leveraging skills in empathy and organization.
Possessing compassionate and dedicated nature, well-suited for providing quality patient care in healthcare setting. Knowledgeable about basic medical terminology and patient care techniques, including vital signs monitoring and assistance with daily living activities. Committed to making positive impact on patient well-being and ensuring supportive environment.
Knowledgeable [ SRNA] with solid foundation in patient care and support. Proven track record of assisting with daily living activities and maintaining patient comfort. Demonstrated ability in effective communication and compassionate caregiving.
Professional and experienced healthcare provider prepared for demanding role. Strong background in patient care, vital signs monitoring, and assisting with daily living activities. Known for effective collaboration, adaptability, and reliability. Skilled in fostering compassionate and supportive environment while maintaining high standards of care.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Behavioral Health Tech
Seven Counties Services Inc.
05.2025 - Current
- Provided direct patient care and emotional support to individuals with behavioral health challenges.
- Assisted in implementing individualized treatment plans under supervision of clinical staff.
- Monitored patient behavior and reported changes to healthcare team promptly.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions, promoting communication and coping strategies among patients.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance overall patient care and treatment outcomes.
- Supported crisis intervention efforts by recognizing early warning signs of distress or aggression.
- Engaged patients in therapeutic activities to promote social skills and personal development.
- Conducted client rounds to check on residents.
- Delivered compassionate care under challenging circumstances, consistently demonstrating resilience and adaptability when faced with unexpected obstacles or setbacks in patient progress.
- Provided crisis intervention services, successfully de-escalating situations and ensuring patient safety.
- Built and maintained positive staff relationships to promote teamwork and better serve clients.
- Implemented therapeutic activities that promoted skill-building, self-awareness, and healthy coping mechanisms.
- Recognized individuals under influence of drugs or alcohol and typical behaviors associated with each.
- Facilitated on-site activities, support groups, and outings for clients.
- Adhered to strict confidentiality guidelines while managing sensitive patient information, maintaining privacy and trust among clients.
- Performed client intake procedures according to internal standards for new admissions.
- Completed documentation for every incident and forwarded to correct personnel for review.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based behavioral interventions and strategies.
- Assisted patients in developing individualized goals for recovery and provided ongoing support throughout the process.
- Prepared and submitted daily [Behavior] reports to management.
- Mentored new Behavioral Health Technicians joining the team, sharing best practices and helping them acclimate quickly to their new role responsibilities.
- Enhanced patient engagement in their treatment plan through active listening and empathetic communication skills.
- Maintained detailed documentation of patient progress, enabling effective adjustments to treatment plans as needed.
- Demonstrated proficiency in utilizing electronic health record systems for efficient data entry and retrieval purposes related to clinical documentation requirements within the field of behavioral health.
- Taught clients how to complete basic household chores and prepare food.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions, fostering a supportive environment for patients to share experiences and discuss coping strategies.
- Contributed to continuous quality improvement initiatives within the facility, enhancing overall service delivery and patient satisfaction levels.
- Established rapport with diverse populations by utilizing strong cultural competence skills during interactions with both patients and their families alike.
- Utilized creative problem-solving abilities to address complex patient needs and overcome barriers to treatment success, all while maintaining a high level of professionalism and ethical conduct.
- Coordinated with external community resources as necessary, ensuring seamless transitions for patients requiring additional support services upon discharge from the facility.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans addressing each patient''s unique needs.
- Educated families on mental health conditions and available resources, empowering them to better support their loved one''s journey towards wellness.
- Intervened with clients' challenging behaviors by reinforcing therapeutic alternatives and coping mechanisms.
- Observed, monitored and recorded problem behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, graphs, and anecdotal notes.
- Supported client using principles of applied behavior analysis.
- Worked as part of collaborative team to address changing needs of children and families.
- Learned specialized behavior approaches to implement behavioral strategies.
- Kept accurate records by documenting progress and adhering to prescribed behavior plan.
- Collaborated with client's support system and other allied specialists to implement positive interventions.
- Delivered compassionate patient care, focusing on safety, comfort and emotional support.
- Charted on each patient daily.
- Supported patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Counseled and mentored clients on substance use and life choices.
- Monitored patient behavior and immediately reported changes to supervising physician.
- Maintained patient records, documenting changes in patient condition.
- Organized recreational activities to assist in patient recovery.
- Collaborated closely with mental health professionals with treatment plan implementation.
- Treated clients and families with respect and dignity.
- Assessed patient progress and reported changes to supervising physician.
- Assisted in development of therapeutic activities for patients.
- Participated in patient education, helping to reinforce concepts and treatment plans.
- Provided therapeutic activities to assist with patient development.
- Developed individualized treatment plans for patients in collaboration with mental health professionals.
State Tested Nursing Assistant
Wellpath Resources
01.2024 - Current
- Assisted in daily patient care, ensuring comfort and safety through attentive support.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient conditions for healthcare team review.
- Provided personal hygiene assistance, promoting dignity and respect for patients.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to implement care plans effectively and efficiently.
- Educated patients on health maintenance and wellness practices during care routines.
- Maintained cleanliness of patient areas, adhering to infection control protocols consistently.
- Supported mobility for patients through safe transfer techniques and equipment usage.
- Reduced risks of injury by implementing proper transfer techniques when moving or repositioning patients.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Monitored vital signs regularly, reporting any abnormalities or concerns to nursing staff promptly for timely intervention.
- Enhanced patient comfort by addressing individual needs and preferences during routine care tasks.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, demonstrating empathy and understanding.
- Improved patient care by providing compassionate and attentive assistance with daily living activities.
- Assisted in the delivery of high-quality healthcare by collaborating with nursing staff, physicians, and other healthcare professionals.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development among bedridden patients with consistent position changes every two hours as recommended guidelines.
- Contributed to the overall success of the nursing team by providing constructive feedback and participating in ongoing professional development opportunities.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Demonstrated flexibility in adapting to various patient care settings, including long-term care facilities, acute care hospitals, and home health environments.
- Enabled better quality rest for patients through diligent observation of nighttime routines, noise reduction efforts, and prompt attention to their needs throughout the night shift hours.
- Supported rehabilitation goals for patients by assisting with prescribed exercises under the guidance of therapists.
- Promoted patient dignity through respectful communication, privacy protection, and culturally sensitive interactions.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to provide comprehensive care planning for each patient''s unique needs.
- Furthered skills by actively taking part in employee training and taking classes to improve skills.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Provided direct personal patient observation, care, and assistance to [Number] patients per shift in [Type] medical facility.
- Facilitated smoother healthcare processes by accurately documenting patient information in electronic medical records systems.
- Contributed to a safer environment for patients by following strict infection control practices and maintaining cleanliness.
- Served as an advocate for the well-being of elderly patients by recognizing signs of elder abuse or neglect and reporting concerns to appropriate authorities.
- Increased patient satisfaction scores through consistent provision of excellent bedside manner and effective communication skills.
- Secured patient information and maintained patient confidentiality by completing and safeguarding all medical records.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Aided in faster recovery time for post-surgical patients through attentive post-operative care and monitoring.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Supported needs of [Number]+ residents under long-term care.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Delivered high-quality care to [Type] patients in hospital facility.
- Collaborated with physicians to design at-home medication guidelines and educated patients and families on correct medication administration.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
- Communicated effectively with families regarding patient needs and progress updates.
Education
Associate of Science - Medical Assistance
National College
Danville, KY03-2010
Skills
- Bathing assistance
- Patient care
- Basic life support
- Vital signs monitoring
- Dressing assistance
- Compassionate care
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Patient assessments
- Feeding assistance
- Specimen collection
- Transfer techniques
- Adaptive learning
- Ambulation assistance
- Medical records management
- Regulatory compliance
- Range of motion exercises
- Toileting assistance
- Reliable team player
- Direct patient care
- HIPAA compliance
- Recording vital signs
- Patient-focused care
- Collecting vital signs
- Compassionate
- Patient lifting
- Supporting personal needs
- Safety precautions
- Compassionate caregiver
- Adaptable
- Bedside manner
- Patient relationship building
- Electronic charting
- End-of-life care
- Documenting behaviors
- Responding to emergencies
- Medical terminology
- Healthcare ethics
- Geriatric care
- Maintaining privacy
- Companionship and emotional support
- General housekeeping
- Patient management
- Valid [state] driver's license
- Transporting patients
- Activity planning
- Light housekeeping
- Complex Problem-solving
- Inpatient care
- Meal planning
- Mobility assistance
- Trustworthy companion
- Quality assurance
- Care plan implementation
- Patient relations
- Observing responses
- Tracheostomy care
- Condition monitoring
- Preparing meals
- Case management
- Reliable transportation
- Activity coordination
- Outpatient care
- Database administration
- Feeding assistance expert
- Pediatric care
- EMR / EHR
- Medical office administration
- Quality assurance controls
- Indirect patient care
- Conducting intakes
- Chronic disease management
- Wound care specialist
- Shared governance
- DBMS
- Assisting with personal grooming
- Interdisciplinary communication
- Respiratory equipment training
- Helping with medication
- Quick problem solver
- Vital sign recording
- Performing patient intakes
- Oxygen therapy
- Documentation expert
- Catheter change and preparation
- G-tube care
- Collecting specimens
- EHR management
- Intake recording
- Infection control procedures
- Able to lift [number] pounds
- Family support and assistance
- Admitting support
- Calm and level-headed under duress
- Monitoring fluids
- Willingness to learn
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
Timeline
Behavioral Health Tech
Seven Counties Services Inc.
05.2025 - Current
State Tested Nursing Assistant
Wellpath Resources
01.2024 - Current
Associate of Science - Medical Assistance
National College