Charlie Edge
Elkins
Summary
Certified Nursing Assistant with over 7 years of experience specializing in psychiatric and behavioral health care. Demonstrates exceptional patient care skills, adept in managing both adult and adolescent patients with diverse needs, including those diagnosed with autism. Proven track record in enhancing patient recovery processes and satisfaction.
Prepared lab coordinator with comprehensive background in laboratory operations and coordination. Managed complex lab processes, ensuring smooth workflow and compliance with safety protocols. Demonstrated analytical skills and effective communication to support team objectives and enhance productivity.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Lab Coordinator
Washington Regional Medical Center
07.2024 - Current
- Coordinated laboratory operations to enhance workflow efficiency and ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Implemented standard operating procedures, streamlining processes and improving overall laboratory performance.
- Trained and mentored junior staff on laboratory techniques and best practices for accurate results.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to support research initiatives and improve patient care outcomes.
CNA/MHT
Springwoods Behavioral Health
02.2020 - 08.2025
- Administer daily care with precision, ensuring patient safety and comfort at Springwoods since 2020.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication and empathetic care at Springwoods.
- Implement modern therapeutic approaches that reduce recovery time and improve mental health outcomes.
- Precisely monitor and report patient behaviors, ensuring timely interventions.
- Became CNA/MHT 3.
- Supplies manager.
- Worked as an RBT under direct supervision of a BCBA.
- Streamline care protocols to enhance patient recovery efficiency at Springwoods.
- Employee of the month July 2022
CNA
Katherine's Place at Fayetteville
10.2018 - 11.2019
- Direct patient care
- Assist with ADL's
- Compassion
- Provided compassionate care, managed daily living activities, and monitored vital signs for patients.
- Assisted with meals and daily activities, ensuring comfort and well-being of patients.
- Implemented innovative care techniques to improve patient satisfaction and recovery times.
- Enhanced patient recovery by innovating care techniques and monitoring progress.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Laboratory Science
Northark
ArkansasSkills
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Adaptability
- Leadership
- Creativity
- Critical thinking
- Communication
- Direct patient care
- Assist with ADL's
- Patient satisfaction
- Innovative care techniques
- Therapeutic approaches
- Compassion
- Organization
- Empathy
- Attention to Detail
- Teamwork
- Patient Safety
- Mental Health
- Supply Management
- Care Protocols
- Behavior Monitoring
- Conflict Resolution
- Dementia Care
- Documentation
- Vital Signs Monitoring
- Charting
- Elderly Care
- Family Communication
- Monitoring Progress
- Applied Behavior Analysis
- Crisis Intervention
- Laboratory safety
- Biohazard handling
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Client relations skills
- Excellent communication
- Team collaboration
- Organizational skills
- Active listening
- Decision-making
Hobbies
Hiking, Diamond art, Camping, Concerts, Reading
Timeline
Lab Coordinator
Washington Regional Medical Center
07.2024 - Current
CNA/MHT
Springwoods Behavioral Health
02.2020 - 08.2025
CNA
Katherine's Place at Fayetteville
10.2018 - 11.2019
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Laboratory Science
Northark