Alicia Barreras
1450 SW 127 TH CT
Summary
Compassionate and skilled Mental Health Technician with extensive experience at Keralty Hospital, adept in crisis intervention and behavior management. Proven ability to enhance patient safety and well-being through effective de-escalation techniques and collaborative care planning. Committed to fostering a supportive environment for patients and their families.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mental Health Technician
Keralty Hospital
- Direct Patient Care: Assisting with personal hygiene, feeding, dressing, and other daily activities.
- Observation and Reporting: Monitoring patient behavior and mood, documenting changes, and reporting concerns to the healthcare team.
- Medication Administration: Administering medications as prescribed by medical professionals.
- Therapeutic and Recreational Activities: Facilitating therapy groups and other activities to promote well-being and engagement.
- Crisis Intervention: Assisting with de-escalation and crisis situations.
- Documentation and Record Keeping: Maintaining accurate records of patient progress and interventions.
- Collaboration: Working with the interdisciplinary team to develop and implement care plans.
- Maintaining a Safe Environment: Ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients.
- Patient Intake and Discharge: Assisting with the process of admitting and discharging patients.
- Vital Signs: Monitoring and recording vital signs such as temperature, blood pressure, and pulse.
- Safety Measures: Following safety procedures and protocols, including restraint and seclusion procedures when necessary.
Registered Nurse
Keralty Hospital
06.2025 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
Mental Health Technician
Southernwinds Hospital
05.2020 - 06.2022
- Direct Patient Care: Assisting with personal hygiene, feeding, dressing, and other daily activities.
- Observation and Reporting: Monitoring patient behavior and mood, documenting changes, and reporting concerns to the healthcare team.
- Medication Administration: Administering medications as prescribed by medical professionals.
- Therapeutic and Recreational Activities: Facilitating therapy groups and other activities to promote well-being and engagement.
- Crisis Intervention: Assisting with de-escalation and crisis situations.
- Documentation and Record Keeping: Maintaining accurate records of patient progress and interventions.
- Collaboration: Working with the interdisciplinary team to develop and implement care plans.
- Maintaining a Safe Environment: Ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients.
- Patient Intake and Discharge: Assisting with the process of admitting and discharging patients.
- Vital Signs: Monitoring and recording vital signs such as temperature, blood pressure, and pulse.
- Safety Measures: Following safety procedures and protocols, including restraint and seclusion procedures when necessary.
Medical Assistant /CNA
Catalanos Dr Office
06.2008 - 04.2019
- CNAs provide basic patient care, such as bathing, dressing, feeding, and assisting with mobility.
- Vital Sign Monitoring:They monitor vital signs, report changes to nursing staff, and assist with medication administration (under supervision).
- Emotional Support:CNAs offer comfort and companionship to patients and their families.
- Communication:They communicate patient needs and observations to nurses and other healthcare professionals.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
- Facilitated seamless patient care with thorough and accurate documentation of medical histories, vital signs, and medications.
- Maintained a safe and clean clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and disposing of biohazardous waste properly.
- Ensured patient safety and comfort during examinations, effectively addressing concerns and answering questions.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Boosted patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care and promptly addressing needs during visits.
- Performed phlebotomy tasks efficiently while ensuring minimal discomfort for patients during blood collection procedures.
Education
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Universal Career School
Miami, FL04.2018
Skills
- De-escalation techniques
- Behavior observation
- Stress reduction techniques
- Behavior management
- Suicide prevention
- Patient safety management
- Crisis intervention
Certification
Associate Nursing Licence
Mental Health Technician
CNA
Medical Assistant
Languages
English / Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Keralty Hospital
06.2025 - Current
Mental Health Technician
Southernwinds Hospital
05.2020 - 06.2022
Medical Assistant /CNA
Catalanos Dr Office
06.2008 - 04.2019
Mental Health Technician
Keralty Hospital
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Universal Career School
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