Briauna Teal
St. Petersburg,FL
Summary
Patient-focused Patient Care Tech with demonstrated experience providing compassionate and comprehensive care. Skilled in monitoring vital signs, performing Daily Job activities and assisting with daily living activities. Demonstrated ability to provide emotional support to patients and families.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Mental Health Technician
BayCare Health System Inc.
St Petersburg
04.2022 - Current
- Performed scheduled patient safety checks (Every 10 Minutes) and documented results to establish patients' well-being.
- Helped patients with meals, activities of daily living (ADLs) and facility transfers to promote security and patient well-being.
- Provided crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques for patients experiencing emotional distress or exhibiting aggressive behaviors.
- Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.
- Assisted with patient restraint and seclusion scenarios to create safe environment for patient and medical personnel.
- Observed patient behaviors and mental status and notified RN of unusual or potentially dangerous occurrences.
HHA
Bright Star Home Health
St Petersburg
08.2021 - 03.2022
- Assisted patients with personal hygiene tasks such as bathing, grooming, and dressing, promoting dignity and selfconfidence.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care in various daily activities.
- Transported patients safely to appointments, errands, or social outings, ensuring timely arrival and an enjoyable experience.
- Managed household chores such as laundry, meal preparation, and light cleaning, allowing clients to focus on their health and wellbeing.
- Monitored vital signs regularly, promptly reporting any abnormalities or concerns to supervising medical professionals.
Direct Support Professional
PAR
St Petersburg
02.2019 - 07.2021
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate and consistent direct support.
- Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored care plans and daily skill-building activities.
Education
High School Diploma -
Boca Ciega High School
Gulfport, FL05.2015
Skills
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Stress reduction techniques
- Behavior Management
- Suicide Prevention
- Vital signs monitoring
- Blood Glucose Testing
- ADL support
- Catheter Care
- Specimen Collection
- Feeding Assistance
- Medical Equipment Operation
Timeline
Mental Health Technician
BayCare Health System Inc.
04.2022 - Current
HHA
Bright Star Home Health
08.2021 - 03.2022
Direct Support Professional
PAR
02.2019 - 07.2021
High School Diploma -
Boca Ciega High School