CHINYERE IKPOH
Buena Park,CA
Summary
Dedicated and knowledgeable Psychiatric Technician with a professional background on mental health support and patient care, spanning over 4+years of progressive mental health experiences. Includes; direct patient care, patient behavior monitoring, expertize on therapeutic communication, proven ability to establishing trust with patient and improve patient engagement, and a professional skill in clinical documentation. Utilized and successfully managed therapeutic techniques and crises de-escalation techniques while demonstrating calm, consistent and compassionate approach for patient environmental stability and ensuring patient wellbeing. I have a strong focus on team collaboration, adaptability, and achieving clinical results through collaboration with multidisciplinary team to deliver a comprehensive individualized and effective care. I am CPR and First Aid certified. Seeking to leverage vast expertise in this new role as a Psychiatric Technician to enhance patient care, support and stability in our dynamic mental health environment.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Psychiatric Technician
- Conduct initial intake assessment of new clients to accurately document patient histories and current mental health status needed for proper diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Establish trust with patients, facilitating more effective treatments and rehabilitation.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans.
- Evaluate treatment effectiveness and recommended adjustments based on observations.
- Led group therapy sessions, fostering a supportive environment for patients.
- Treat clients and families with respect and dignity
- Developed strong rapport with diverse patient populations through empathetic listening skills, helping patients feel heard and understood.
- Observed patients closely for signs of distress or changes in condition, promptly reporting concerns to supervising clinicians for appropriate intervention.
- Utilized de-escalation techniques to manage challenging behaviors effectively, promoting a calm atmosphere conducive to healing.
- Assisted patients in understanding their conditions, leading to improved engagement with treatment.
- Reduced incidents of aggressive behavior by implementing de-escalation techniques.
- Increased patient engagement by introducing therapeutic interventions and activities tailored to patient needs.
- Implement crises intervention protocol when necessary ensuring the safety of all patient and staff members involve.
- Ensure a safe and supportive environments for patients through close monitoring and crises management techniques.
- Enhanced therapeutic environment, maintaining clean and safe living space for patients.
- Supported patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Administered medication to patients, ensuring adherence to treatment plans.
- Counseled and mentored clients on substance use and life choices.
- Check patient blood pressure and pulse rate, reporting findings in health charts.
- Recommended continuing care and medications to clients and communicated with family members on treatment and discharge plans.
- Maintained detailed patient records, documenting changes in patient condition, ensuring compliance with health care regulations and privacy laws.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Buena Park Nursing Center
Buena Park, CA
07.2021 - Current
- Care for patients in long-term living facility by assisting with daily living activities, enhancing comfort and dignity.
- Collaborate with staffing nurse to create individualize care plans tailored to each patient individual needs.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely interventions.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms, ensuring a safe environment and promoting health.
- Documented patient progress accurately in electronic health records, ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Implemented infection control measures effectively, contributing to overall facility safety standards.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Served as an advocate for each patient's needs during shift handoffs or interdisciplinary conferences with other healthcare professionals.
- Facilitated smooth transitions for patients from hospital to home care, ensuring continuity of care.
Education
Associate of Science - PSYCHATRIC TECHNOLOGY
CYPRESS COLLEGE
CYPRESS05-2025
Certified Nursing Assistant - Nursing
PROFESSIONAL CAREER DEVELOPMENT CENTER
Montebello, CA12-2000
Skills
- Clinical documentation
- Incident reporting
- Developmental disabilities support
- De-escalation techniques
- Psychiatric medication administration
- Therapeutic communication
- Crisis intervention and management
- Suicide prevention
- CPR AED (CPR AED)
- Mental health support
- Patient assessment
- Treatment management
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Buena Park Nursing Center
07.2021 - Current
Psychiatric Technician
Associate of Science - PSYCHATRIC TECHNOLOGY
CYPRESS COLLEGE
Certified Nursing Assistant - Nursing
PROFESSIONAL CAREER DEVELOPMENT CENTER