Patient-focused with demonstrated experience providing compassionate and comprehensive care. Skilled in monitoring vital signs, performing wound care and assisting with daily living activities. Demonstrated ability to provide emotional support to patients and families. Proactive worker committed to helping provide top-notch patient care. Fantastic attention to detail and multitasking abilities. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
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Andrea Pellerin
Fort Worth,TX
Summary
Overview
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Sunrise Senior Living
Medication Technician
03.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Prepared medication doses accurately by following medication administration record (MAR) written by healthcare providers.
- Reordered medication to maintain adequate supply.
- Documented medication administration into electronic medical records (EMR) to avoid duplication of medication dosages.
- Counted and recorded medication inventory routinely to maintain medication security and control.
MHMR Tarrant County
Crisis Worker
07.2022 - 09.2023
Job overview
- Supported clients in developing coping skills.
- Documented all client interactions and interventions.
- Conducted follow-ups with clients to determine need for extended assistance.
- Performed verbal de-escalation to resolve crises.
- Triaged and responded to telephone mental health crisis intervention.
- Provided emergency response in crisis situations to diffuse tensions and prevent violence.
- Used skills such as active listening and collaborative problem-solving daily to connect with patients and address concerns.
- Evaluated risk to client or others by gathering information and conducting assessments.
- Conversed with individuals in crisis which called or texted hotline for assistance.
- Documented risk to each client and context of concerns.
- Built safety plans to lower risk of crisis and intervened in specific manners outlined by procedures.
- Offered supportive counseling and crisis intervention to individuals in crisis.
- Utilized motivational interviewing techniques to increase client engagement in treatment.
MHMR Tarrant County
Crisis Care Technician
09.2020 - 07.2022
Job overview
- Maintained accurate patient charts and medical records.
- Cleaned and sterilized instruments, equipment and surfaces.
- Monitored patient vital signs, lab results and other indicators of health.
- Educated patients about procedures, answered questions, and provided comforting words to control anxiety and enhance procedure results.
- Cared for patients by providing personal assistance and ambulation.
- Utilized medical software to document and track patient progress.
- Gathered, charted, and analyzed patient history data and discussed key points with clinicians.
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
MHMR Tarrant County
Substance Abuse Technician
04.2018 - 04.2019
Job overview
- Led supportive group discussions and education sessions with alcohol and drug users and families.
- Monitored client progress to make necessary adjustments for client success.
- Developed goal-oriented psychoeducational and activity therapy groups to improve clients' level of functioning.
- Supported and assessed clients struggling with addiction or relationship issues and devised strategies based on client needs.
- Kept accurate and detailed records to track and document client progress.
- Coordinated care with other professionals to provide clients with comprehensive support.
- Provided crisis intervention to address clients' immediate needs and prevent harmful behaviors.
- Completed required documentation for continued therapy coverage by insurance companies to meet deadlines.
- Delivered compassionate patient care, focusing on safety, comfort and emotional support.
- Monitored patient behavior and immediately reported changes to supervising physician.
- Maintained patient records, documenting changes in patient condition.
- Treated clients and families with respect and dignity.
- Took patient blood pressure and pulse rate, reporting findings in health charts.
- Supported patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Assisted with medication administration and counting and pouring medications.
- Charted on each patient daily.
MHMR Tarrant County
1st Cook
04.2014 - 03.2019
Job overview
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Seasoned and cooked food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Tasted, smelled, and pierced food with fork to verify sufficient cooking.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
Education
Tarrant County College DistrictFort Worth, TX
Associate Of Applied Science from Mental Health And Human Services
06.2023
University Overview
- Honoree of [Honor Name]
- Relevant Coursework: [Subject] & [Subject]
- [Honor's Society Name] Member
Tarrant County College DistrictFort Worth, TX
Certification Of Social Work from Social Work
06.2023
University Overview
Tarrant County College DistrictFort Worth, TX
Certification Of Substance Abuse from Drug Abuse Counseling
05.2022
University Overview
Western Hills High SchoolFort Worth, TX
High School Diploma
05.1984
University Overview
Skills
- Mental Health Care
- Resident Support
- Medication Administration
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Patient Observation
- Dietary Needs
- Condition Tracking
- Patient Assessments
- Family Communication
- Quality Patient Care
- Observation Documentation
- Symptom Documentation
- Intercultural Competence
- Calm Under Stress
- Activities of Daily Living (ADL) Support
- Documenting Behavior
- Patient Safety Management
- Empathy and Compassionate Care
- Nutrition and Diet
- Privacy and Confidentiality
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Quote
Every problem is a gift—without problems we would not grow.
Timeline
Medication Technician
Sunrise Senior Living
03.2023 - Current
Crisis Worker
MHMR Tarrant County
07.2022 - 09.2023
Crisis Care Technician
MHMR Tarrant County
09.2020 - 07.2022
Substance Abuse Technician
MHMR Tarrant County
04.2018 - 04.2019
1st Cook
MHMR Tarrant County
04.2014 - 03.2019
Tarrant County College District
Associate Of Applied Science from Mental Health And Human Services
Tarrant County College District
Certification Of Social Work from Social Work
Tarrant County College District
Certification Of Substance Abuse from Drug Abuse Counseling
Western Hills High School
High School Diploma