Rashonda Nixon
Savannah
Summary
Passionate professional with experience serving patients with diverse needs by applying behavior modification strategies such as shaping and chaining. Demonstrated understanding of data collection and recordkeeping requirements. Promoted academic, functional and social skills development within clinic, home and community environments.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Behavior Technician
Memorial Health University Medical Center
Savannah
04.2021 - Current
- Assisted nursing staff in providing patient care and support services.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare professionals.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms and common areas. Currently working in behavioral health.
Patient Care Technician, ICU
Regency Hospital Company LLC
Macon
03.2019 - 04.2021
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Assisted with daily living activities for critically ill patients.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment in the ICU unit.
Lead Patient Care Technician
Houston Medical Center
Warner Robins
01.2015 - 04.2019
- Supervised patient care team to ensure quality service delivery.
- Assisted nursing staff with routine patient assessments and vital sign monitoring.
- Trained new technicians in patient care protocols and safety procedures.
- Coordinated patient transport to various departments within the facility.
- Managed inventory of medical supplies to maintain adequate stock levels.
- Conducted regular equipment checks for functionality and safety compliance.
- Communicated effectively with patients and families regarding care plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient care strategies.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times by listening compassionately and offering resources for additional help when needed.
- Monitored vital signs, recorded data into electronic health records and reported any abnormalities to nurses or physicians.
- Maintained cleanliness of examination rooms between appointments by disinfecting surfaces and restocking supplies.
- Observed patients' conditions, recorded information in patient charts, documented patient progress notes and notified nurses of any changes in condition or response to treatment.
- Answered incoming calls from patients regarding their healthcare questions or concerns.
Unit Patient Care Technician
Villa Rose Associates
Byron
01.2012 - 04.2015
- Assisted nursing staff with patient care tasks and daily activities.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare professionals.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms and common areas.
Ally coordinator
Red Lobster
Perry
03.2011 - 06.2012
- Coordinated team schedules to ensure optimal staffing levels during peak hours.
- Assisted management in training new employees on service standards and procedures.
- Communicated with kitchen staff to ensure timely and accurate food deliveries.
Caregiver
Willow Creek Behavioral Health
Perry
01.2010 - 01.2012
- Provided compassionate care to clients with behavioral health challenges.
- Assisted in daily living activities and personal hygiene routines.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for residents at Willow Creek.
Education
Office Medical Assessment
Ashworth College
Norcross, GA 04.2013 - 04.2014
Glades Central High School
Belle Glade, FLCertified Nursing Assistant
Academy of Practical Nursing An Health Occupations
West Palm Beach, FL 04.2008 - 05.2009
Some College (No Degree) -
Penn Foster Career School
Scranton, PASkills
- Behavioral intervention
- Electronic health records
- Vital sign monitoring
- Patient advocacy
- Quality assurance
- Safety compliance
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Emotional support
- Staff training
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Behavior treatment
- Positive and negative reinforcements
- Behavior management
- Team leadership
- Empathy and patience
- Verbal de-escalation
- Intervention management
- Record keeping
- Behavior modification techniques
- Case management
- Problem-solving
- Goal attainment
- Program improvement
- Report writing
- Social skill development
- Safety and crisis management
- Behavior intervention plans
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Behavior Technician
Memorial Health University Medical Center
04.2021 - Current
Patient Care Technician, ICU
Regency Hospital Company LLC
03.2019 - 04.2021
Lead Patient Care Technician
Houston Medical Center
01.2015 - 04.2019
Office Medical Assessment
Ashworth College
04.2013 - 04.2014
Unit Patient Care Technician
Villa Rose Associates
01.2012 - 04.2015
Ally coordinator
Red Lobster
03.2011 - 06.2012
Caregiver
Willow Creek Behavioral Health
01.2010 - 01.2012
Certified Nursing Assistant
Academy of Practical Nursing An Health Occupations
04.2008 - 05.2009
Glades Central High School
Some College (No Degree) -
Penn Foster Career School