AKOI AKOIBOI
West Fargo,ND
Summary
Skilled Mental Health Technician with proven expertise in patient relations and crisis intervention, honed at Prairie St. John's. Excelled in developing therapeutic strategies and promoting patient independence, demonstrating exceptional cultural awareness and sensitivity. Achieved significant improvements in patient well-being through innovative treatment plans, including art and recreational therapy.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Metal Health Technician
Prairie St. John's
Fargo, ND
01.2024 - Current
- Provided psychiatric or personal care to emotionally disturbed or cognitively impaired patients.
- Developed basic strategies to promote patient safety, wellness and independence.
- Advocated for patient rights and provided guidance on navigating mental health systems.
- Monitored patients' well-being and reported changes or unusual behavior or physical illness to medical staff.
- Encouraged patients to develop interpersonal skills and engage in social interactions or other therapeutic activities.
Mental Health Specialist
Lincoln Regional Center
801 W PROSPECTOR PI, NE
04.2021 - 01.2024
- Documented client progress in confidential files.
- Communicated with clients to develop social and psychiatric observations.
- Monitored patients and assessed suicide risks.
- Performed client assessments and developed treatment plans.
- Presented lectures and seminars in community to increase awareness of mental health issues.
- Evaluated patients and implemented comprehensive treatment plans to enhance mental health.
- Implemented therapeutic techniques such as art therapy, recreational therapy or music therapy.
- Encouraged positive behaviors through rewards systems when appropriate.
- Observed and documented changes in patient behavior and reported any significant changes to the clinical team.
Medication Aide /CNA
Waterford Assisted Living
Lincoln, NE
10.2019 - 05.2023
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
- Documented care actions by completing records and logs in medical software system.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
- Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
Education
CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION - Medication Aide
NEBRASKA HEALTH CARE LEARNING CENTER
LINCOLN,NEBRASKA2019
CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION - BASIC NURSING ASSISTANT
NEBRASKA HEALTH CARE LEARNING CENTER
LINCOLN,NEBRASKA2019
Diploma in Business administration - Business Administration
HILL College
Accra, Ghana2011
High School Diploma -
BILLIE CALL CHRISTIAN INSTITUTE
PAYNESVILLE, LIBERIA2006
Skills
- Patient relations
- Infection control procedures
- Helping with medication
- Collecting vital signs
- Calm and level-headed under duress
- Speaking clearly
- Cultural awareness and sensitivity
- Drug administration trained
- Developing Relationships
- Summary Reports
- Vital Signs Measurement
- Crisis Evaluation and Intervention
- Clients Rights
- Stress reduction techniques
- Suicide prevention
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Metal Health Technician
Prairie St. John's
01.2024 - Current
Mental Health Specialist
Lincoln Regional Center
04.2021 - 01.2024
Medication Aide /CNA
Waterford Assisted Living
10.2019 - 05.2023
CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION - Medication Aide
NEBRASKA HEALTH CARE LEARNING CENTER
CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION - BASIC NURSING ASSISTANT
NEBRASKA HEALTH CARE LEARNING CENTER
Diploma in Business administration - Business Administration
HILL College
High School Diploma -
BILLIE CALL CHRISTIAN INSTITUTE
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