Deana Bushnag

Provided direct patient care in cardiology, neurology, and vascular clinic settings. Took manual vital signs, assisted with patient intake, and supported daily clinical workflow. Performed EKGs, blood draws, and heart monitor placement.

Medical Assistant - Neurovascular and Vascular Clinic - Knoxville, TN

(2025-01 - 2026-01)

• Provided direct patient care in cardiology, neurology, and vascular clinic settings.
• Took manual vital signs, assisted with patient intake, and supported daily clinical workflow.
• Performed EKGs, blood draws, and heart monitor placement.
• Worked directly with pharmacies to schedule Botox medications and draw up medication for providers.
• Helped with reception tasks, including patient check-in, scheduling, phone calls, and records.
• Managed and updated Excel sheets and maintained organized patient documentation.

Registered Behavioral Technician - Life Connections Counseling - Knoxville, TN

(2023-01 - 2025-01)

• Worked with children in clinical, school settings and home settings, providing behavioral therapy based on special behavioral plans.
• Conducted 1-on-1 therapy sessions to support skill development, behavior reduction, and overall client progress.
• Administered individualized behavior support and reinforced positive behaviors using Evidence-Based Practices (EBA).
• Participated in 1-on-1 meetings with supervisor having learned how to structure care plans for clients, contributing to the development and adaptation of effective treatment plans.

Caregiver - Private Care - Knoxville, TN

(2025-01 - 2026-01)

• Supported geriatric patients with daily care, comfort, mobility, and companionship.
• Monitored well-being and communicated patient needs with families and care teams.
• Delivered compassionate, patient-centered support while maintaining safety and dignity.

Preschool Teacher - Little Playschool - Knoxville, TN

(2024-01 - 2025-01)

• Supported early childhood development through structured classroom activities.
• Managed classroom routines, safety, and positive behavior support.
• Built strong communication with children and families.

Psychology Research Assistant - University of Tennessee - Knoxville, TN

(2019-01 - 2024-01)

• Assisted with qualitative and quantitative data collection and interpretation.
• Supported participant recruitment, consent, debriefing, and documentation.
• Strengthened analytical, observational, and communication skills through research.

Bachelor of Psychology - Psychology - University of Tennessee (2019-01 - 2022-01)

L&N STEM ACADEMY (2015-01 - 2019-01)