Andrew Wernsing
Summary
Compassionate Mental Health Technician offering background delivering wide-ranging support for patients. Attentive when monitoring patients, documenting patient updates and administering medications. Excellent problem-solving skills when responding to emergencies or deescalating situations. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Mental Health Technician
Hackensack Meridian Health Carrier Clinic
Belle Mead, New Jersey
09.2019 - Current
- Followed treatment plan for best results when using verbal and physical behavior management interventions
- Enhanced medication administration compliance by monitoring behaviors and using customized and caring approaches
- Protected patients by maintaining patient safety during and between scheduled activities
- Utilized effective communication skills when interacting with diverse populations of patients experiencing various mental health disorders
- Met administrative and clinical documentation requirements in terms of both content and timeliness
- Assisted with activities of daily living to improve patient quality of life
- Maintained patient confidentiality at all times by adhering to HIPAA regulations and facility policies
- Conducted safety checks on patient rooms and common areas regularly throughout the day
- Provided emotional support to patients dealing with mental health issues or crisis situations
- Observed patients during visits from family members or other visitors to ensure safety and well-being
- Monitored patients' behaviors and reported any significant changes to the healthcare team
- Responded effectively to emergency situations involving potentially aggressive or self-harming behaviors by using non-violent crisis intervention techniques
- Intervened in crisis situations as a constant and reliable presence for stability
- Ensured a safe environment through routine safety inspections of equipment used in patient care.
Warehouse Worker
UNFI
St Petersburg, Florida
02.2017 - 07.2019
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Checked packages and merchandise for damage and notified vendors.
- Operated pallet jacks and material moving equipment to receive and transport items from various warehouse locations.
- Consistently lifted heavy weight materials
Team Member
Target
Sarasota, Florida
04.2014 - 01.2016
- Performed housekeeping duties to support ideal operations
- Completed numerous orders and projects per shift with high accuracy
- Supported fellow team members with regular tasks and activities
- Adapted to operational needs, taking on different roles to support workflow
- Worked within safety protocols, company policies, and OSHA regulations
- Restocked supplies to keep teams productive
- Operated cash registers and accurately handled transactions
- Communicated effectively with team members to resolve conflicts
- Managed time effectively to complete tasks within deadlines.
Crew Member
Trader Joes
Sarasota, Florida
10.2009 - 03.2014
- Handled fragile merchandise with extra care to limit damages
- Transported items using forklifts and pallet jacks
- Provided excellent customer service by answering questions and providing product insights
- Kept shelves well-stocked with current merchandise for customers' convenience
- Organized new inventory for easy storage or direct stocking
- Operated warehouse equipment, forklifts, and pallet jacks to move loads.
Education
Summit High School
Summit, New Jersey06.2009
Skills
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Stress reduction techniques
- Suicide Prevention
- Behavior Management
- Self-Motivated and Disciplined
- Quick learner
- Teamwork
- Time Management
- Critical Thinking
- Communication
Timeline
Mental Health Technician
Hackensack Meridian Health Carrier Clinic
09.2019 - Current
Warehouse Worker
UNFI
02.2017 - 07.2019
Team Member
Target
04.2014 - 01.2016
Crew Member
Trader Joes
10.2009 - 03.2014
Summit High School