Yahnena S Robinson
Baltimore, Maryland
443-***-**** adwmlj@r.postjobfree.com
EDUCATION & LICENSES
Baltimore City College
Bachelors in Human Services, graduation June 2024
Walbrook Senior High School, Baltimore, MD.
Awarded high school diploma
Certified Nursing Assistant, Certified Geratric Nursing Assistant, Certified Phelbomoist, Certified Patient Care Technician, Ceretififed Behavioral Health Technician, Certified Trauma Informed Care Practitioner
SKILLS/STRENGTHS
Human Service& Healthcare Professional
Active listening, role modeling, strong written and communication skills and the ability to implement person centered practices.
Ability to assist clients throuh crises and stressful situations, behavioral/crisis descalation
Successfully identifies community rescouces for clients to inlcude housing, employment, social services and more
Masters the use of electronic health record software systems like HMIS and ETO, Practical Health Systems
Superviosry experience to include modeling, coaching, progressive discipline, etc
Medical interventions-lab work, vitals, ADLs, etc
WORK EXPERIENCE
Covenant House Greater Washington 2021-present
Mental Health Support Worker & Residential Specialist
Oversee all operations of residential programs including direct employee supervision, fiscal management, day-to-day operations, and youth’s engagement and compliance within programs to include low barrier sheler, HUD funded Transitional Housing and Rapid Rehousing programs and crisis shelters.
Provides an orientation for new assigned program participants and ensures intakes are entered in HMIS and ETO in a timely manner.
Develops, coordinates and implements staff trainings and regularly provides constructive feedback to employees through positive interactions, role modeling, and mentoring.
Provided clinical intervention to youth to include preventative care, crisis manangement, short term and long term treatment planning
University of Maryland Medical System 2012-2021
Patient Care Technician
Measured vital signs including temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure, oxygen saturation, weight, intake and output and records them in the patient's medical record.
Monitored and responds to patients call light, assisting patient directly or referring the need to a more appropriate staff member. Conducts purposeful patient rounding and document in patient's medical record.
Reported observations/changes in patient status to the appropriate nursing and/or medical personnel according to specific department protocol.
Performed the following unit-specific procedures as directed by the RN or Advanced Practice Provider (APP), per unit practice: blood glucose monitoring, phlebotomy (patient blood draws), Electrocardiography / Telemetry battery and lead charges, insertion/discontinuance of foley catheters, simple dressing changes not involving sterile technique, starts/manages IV's during surgical procedures (Perioperative Services Only), ostomy care.
Assisted patient with Activities of Daily Living (ADL's), including but not limited to: positioning, mobilization and ambulation, feeding, bathing, grooming, etc.
Maintained the cleanliness and safety of patient rooms/environment and support other regulatory readiness standards. Reports issues to appropriate personnel, as needed.
Ensured adequate supplies are restocked.
Ensured patient safety by following hospital protocols and procedures addressing fall precaution including bed and chair alarms, infection control and prevention, proper handoff, RN/PCT report, utilization of telesitter and other safety measures as indicated.
Transported and/or escorts patients during discharges, transfers, and/or medical appointments. Completes errands such as delivering specimens to the laboratory and other instruments as required.
Initiated BLS when indicated.
National Centers of Institutions and Alternatives. Inc. 2015-2017
Residential Support Worker & Behavior Technician
Implemented behavioral plans designed by BCBA/LBA
Provided one on one in-home and community-based Applied Behavioral Analysis therapy
Maintained clear lines of communication with families and supervisors
Collected data to monitor the progress and effectiveness of the individualized treatment plan and report progress
Assisted with intial assessments
Monitored participant behavior to ensure compliance with agency’s policies.
Supervised groups, presentations and life skill programs. Work with presenter to meet material and space needs and ensure attendance is taken at each activity.
Conducted routine inspections of the facility, and grounds.
Ensured the safety and wellbeing of the residenits at all times by completing rounds
REFERENCES AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST