Abdifatah Abdi
Bloomington
Summary
Dedicated professional skilled in crisis intervention and empathy development. Experienced in monitoring patient behavior and fostering positive relationships, committed to ensuring safety and well-being in diverse care environments.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Mental Health Technician II
Regions Hospital
Saint Paul, MN
02.2023 - Current
- Monitored patient behavior and mental status to ensure safety and well-being.
- Assisted in the development and implementation of individualized treatment plans.
- Provided therapeutic support during group sessions to enhance patient engagement.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to coordinate care and improve patient outcomes.
- Trained new staff on protocols, procedures, and best practices for patient care.
- Developed crisis intervention strategies to de-escalate challenging situations promptly.
- Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being.
- Helped patients with meals, activities of daily living (ADLs) and facility transfers to promote security and patient well-being.
- Observed patient behaviors and mental status and notified RN of unusual or potentially dangerous occurrences.
- Developed strong rapport with patients, establishing trust and fostering positive relationships conducive to healing.
- Escorted patients from unit to meals, activities, and visitation areas to maintain standard of safety and security.
- Promoted a safe, therapeutic environment by enforcing facility policies and maintaining patient confidentiality at all times.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Children's Minnesota
Minneapolis, MN
02.2021 - 09.2023
- Assisted nursing staff in delivering high-quality patient care to pediatric patients.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes to ensure accurate patient records.
- Supported daily activities including feeding, bathing, and mobility assistance for children.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for patients.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment adhering to infection control protocols.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Metropolitan State University
Saint Paul, MN12-2026
High School Diploma -
Richfield Senior High School
Richfield, MN06-2018
Skills
- De-escalation techniques
- Behavior observation
- Stress reduction techniques
- Behavior management
- Crisis intervention
- Bilingual in English and Somali
- Empathy development
- Multicultural competence
- Discharge planning
- Problem-solving
- Case documentation
Timeline
Mental Health Technician II
Regions Hospital
02.2023 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Children's Minnesota
02.2021 - 09.2023
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Metropolitan State University
High School Diploma -
Richfield Senior High School