Alhaji Koroma
Elk Grove,CA
Summary
Patient-focused Mental Health worker offers strong background in psychiatric care. Excels in recordkeeping, time management and patient observation. Delivers top-notch care to patients with mental or emotional disturbances. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Support Specialist
Sutter Health
7700 Folsom Blvd
02.2015 - 12.2023
- Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate care and support during their mental health journey.
- Assisted in the development of individualized treatment plans to address specific patient needs and promote recovery.
- Monitored patients progress, documenting changes in behavior for nurses to update treatment plans accordingly.
- Provided crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques for patients experiencing emotional distress or exhibiting aggressive behaviors.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members, contributing valuable insights to optimize patient care and outcomes.
- Promoted a safe, therapeutic environment by enforcing facility policies and maintaining patient confidentiality at all times.
- Implemented group therapy sessions, facilitating open communication and fostering a supportive community among patients.
- Developed strong rapport with patients, establishing trust and fostering positive relationships conducive to healing.
- Assisted individuals with daily living activities such as grooming, meal preparation, or mobility when necessary.
- Maintained detailed records of patient interactions, ensuring accurate documentation for future reference.
Heritage Oaks Patient Enrichment Center (HOPE)
Heritage Oaks Hospital
4378 Auburn Blvd, Sacramento, CA 95841
04.2021 - 07.2023
- Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being.
- Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.
- Observed patient behaviors and mental status and notified RN of unusual or potentially dangerous occurrences.
- Helped patients with meals, activities of daily living (ADLs) and facility transfers to promote security and patient well-being.
- Escorted patients from unit to meals, activities, and visitation areas to maintain standard of safety and security.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions to help clients develop coping strategies and social skills.
- Took and monitored vital signs, report findings to RN , and managed patient behavior.
Mental Health Technician
Sierra Vista Hospital
8001 Bruceville Road, Sacramento, CA 95823
02.2011 - 05.2017
- Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate care and support during their mental health journey.
- Assisted in the development of individualized treatment plans to address specific patient needs and promote recovery.
- Promoted a safe, therapeutic environment by enforcing facility policies and maintaining patient confidentiality at all times.
- Developed strong rapport with patients, establishing trust and fostering positive relationships conducive to healing.
- Assisted individuals with daily living activities such as grooming, meal preparation, or mobility when necessary.
- Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being.
- Assisted with patient restraint and seclusion scenarios to create safe environment for patient and medical personnel.
Education
No Degree - Vocational Nursing
Curam College Nursing
Sacramento, CA11.2018
Bachelor of Science - Education
Njala University
Sierra Leone, West Africa08.2010
Skills
- Behavior Management
- Clinical Documentation
- Patient Safety Management
- Progress Monitoring
- Patient Assessment
- Crisis Intervention
- Family Relations
- Active Listening
- Suicide Prevention
Timeline
Heritage Oaks Patient Enrichment Center (HOPE)
Heritage Oaks Hospital
04.2021 - 07.2023
Patient Care Support Specialist
Sutter Health
02.2015 - 12.2023
Mental Health Technician
Sierra Vista Hospital
02.2011 - 05.2017
No Degree - Vocational Nursing
Curam College Nursing
Bachelor of Science - Education
Njala University