Angela White
Memphis
Summary
Empathetic professional specializing in behavioral health services, skilled in suicide risk assessment and group therapy facilitation. Proven ability to engage clients and promote wellbeing through individualized treatment strategies and multidisciplinary collaboration.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Behavioral Health Specialist
SRVS
Memphis
11.2024 - Current
- Provided individualized support to clients in behavioral health settings.
- Assisted in developing and implementing treatment plans for diverse populations.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions, promoting peer support and engagement.
- Monitored client progress and documented behavioral observations accurately.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance care coordination.
- Educated clients on coping strategies and resources available within the community.
- Conducted intake assessments to determine client needs and appropriate interventions.
- Maintained compliance with safety regulations and organizational policies consistently.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Methodist Healthcare
Memphis
04.2021 - 01.2024
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.
- Monitored vital signs, documenting changes for nursing staff review.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient care areas to promote safety.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized care plans for patients.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care instructions.
- Advocated for patient needs, fostering a supportive environment within the healthcare setting.
Hospice Certified Nursing Assistant
Baptist Hospice
Memphis, TN
05.2018 - 06.2022
- Provided compassionate care, assisting patients with daily living activities and emotional support.
- Monitored vital signs, documenting changes and reporting concerns to nursing staff promptly.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement personalized care plans for patients.
- Trained new staff on best practices in patient care and safety protocols, enhancing team efficiency.
- Assisted in managing medications, ensuring accurate administration as per physician directives.
- Ensured cleanliness and safety of patient environments, adhering to infection control standards consistently.
- Advocated for patient needs, facilitating communication between families and healthcare providers effectively.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Baptist Health Science
Memphis ,Tn05-2027
Associate of Science - Pre-NURSING
South College
Knoxville, TN01-2023
No Degree - Certified Nursing Assistant
Career Academy
Memphis ,Tn06-2021
Skills
- Suicide risk assessment
- Discharge planning
- Behavioral treatment services
- Dialectical behavior therapy
- Outreach programs
- Anxiety management
- Bathing assistance
- Vital signs monitoring
- Grooming assistance
- Compassionate care
- HIPAA compliance
- Patient care
- Collecting vital signs
- Basic life support
- Alzheimer's and dementia care
- Compassionate
- Medical terminology
- Electronic charting
- Mobility assistance
- End-of-life care
- Feeding assistance
- Documenting behaviors
- Positioning patients
Certification
Certified Nursing Assistant
Med Certified
First Aid /BLs Certified
Timeline
Behavioral Health Specialist
SRVS
11.2024 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Methodist Healthcare
04.2021 - 01.2024
Hospice Certified Nursing Assistant
Baptist Hospice
05.2018 - 06.2022
Associate of Science - Nursing
Baptist Health Science
Associate of Science - Pre-NURSING
South College
No Degree - Certified Nursing Assistant
Career Academy