JULIE HEACOX

Fargo, ND *****

701-***-**** - ad1cxg@r.postjobfree.com - WWW: Bold Profile

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

I am a competent certified nursing assistant with knowledge for 30+years. I've worked

in many different kinds of health care setting. Well-versed in evaluating medical,

behavioral, mental and physical needs of 20+ patients on a unit. Documents on daily

activities, special incidents while effectively managing patients needs, assisting with

treatment coordination and supporting program operation. Medical, mental and

behavioral health support strategies and skill-building techniques. Focused on helping

clients improve their well being, confidence, to preventing relapse. Hardworking and

passionate job seeker with organization skills eager to secure entry-level certified

nursing assistant position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.

SKILLS

Behavior Observation Security Procedures Knowledge

Patient Observation Activity Monitoring

Rounds Management Crisis Intervention/De-Escalation

Patient Assessments /Restrains

Medical, Mental and Health Emergency Response

Treatment Psychiatric Disorders

Supporting Daily Living Needs Eating Disorders

Maintaining Safety Standards Withdrawal Symptoms

WORK HISTORY

10/2012 to 06/2022 Behavioral Health Technician/Certified Nursing Assistant

Sanford Health – Fargo, ND

Search patients belongings prior to and during stay.

Recognized individuals under influence of drugs or alcohol and typical behaviors

associated with each..

Built and maintained positive staff relationships to promote teamwork and better

serve clients.

Completed documentation for every incident and forwarded to correct personnel

for review.

Treated clients and families with respect and dignity.

Applied interventions when necessary, including clients wanting to leave against

medical advice (AMA).

Performed client intake procedures according to internal standards for all new

admissions.

Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.

Identified behaviors that necessitated intervention and obtained assistance from

qualified personnel to complete intervention.

Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish

patients' well-being

02/2009 to 09/2012 Certified Nursing Assistant/Unit Coordinator

Essentia Health-St. Mary's- Oak Crossing – Detroit Lakes, MN

Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed

rails and equipment.

Document on vital signs, meals intake, input, out put and adls.

Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall

memory, and provide light entertainment.

Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to

evaluate needs and deliver care.

Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted

those with limited mobility in completing tasks. Helping with meal assistant.

Supported needs of 24+ residents under long-term care.

06/2006 to 02/2008 Certified Nursing Assistant

Just Like Home – Fergus Falls, MN

Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed

rails and equipment..

Cared for residents in Adult foster home and delivered high-quality support to

meet needs.

Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.

Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted

those with limited mobility in completing tasks.

Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's

disease and muscular dystrophy.

Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall

memory, and provide light entertainment.

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.

Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and

sterilizing equipment.

Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to

treatments and progress with goals.

Collaborated with physicians to design at-home medication guidelines and

educated patients and families on correct medication administration.

Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to

encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.

Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting

observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.

10/2004 to 02/2006 Behavioral Health Technician

Fergus Falls Regional Treatment Center-State Of Mn – Fergus Falls, MN

Observed patient medical, behaviors and mental status and notified RN of unusual

or potentially dangerous occurrences.

Performed patient rounding, safety checks and documented results to establish

patients' well-being.

Facilitated group sessions to help clients develop coping strategies and social

skills.

Built and maintained positive staff relationships to promote teamwork and better

serve clients.

Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients to create safe and

supportive environment.

Delivered compassionate patient care, focusing on safety, comfort and emotional

support.

Maintained patient records, documenting changes in patient condition.

Treated clients and families with respect and dignity.

Provided therapeutic activities to assist with patient development.

Organized recreational activities to assist in patient recovery.

Assisted with patient restraint and seclusion scenarios to create safe environment

for patient and medical personnel.

EDUCATION

06/1990 General

Fergus Falls Senior High School - Fergus Falls, MN

CERTIFICATIONS

CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant

CPR

1st Aid-Training

MOAB-Management of Aggressive Behavior-Training

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