Chris Noel-Bentley
Stuart,USA
Summary
Strong focus on team collaboration. Strategizing patient after care. Extensive knowledge of de-escalation and of Baker Act laws with over 20 years of psychiatric experience. Fostering a culture of responsibility, excellence and improvement. Managerial experience for over 50 employees. Excellent communication skills and encouraging productivity. Ability to problem solve with staff and team. Firm ande confident on decision making. Medical experience in ER.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Program Manager, Acute Crisis Stabilization Unit (Baker Act)
New Horizons Hospital
10.2024 - Current
- Manage unit of 51 employees
- In charge of Scheduling
- In charge of Payroll
- Hire/Terminate employees
- Employee evaluations
- Facilitating plans of aftercare for patients
- Safety protocol trainings
- Developed unit programming
- Current certifications in BLS, ACLS, PALS, TNCC, ENPC, CPI
Clinical Nurse Coordinator
HCA JFK North Hospital
03.2020 - Current
- Certified Preceptor
- Daisy Award Nominee for excellence in patient care
- In charge of adolescent Baker Act Unit
- Oversee implementation of proper nursing care
- Organizing and delegating daily assignments
- Current certifications in BLS, ACLS, PALS, TNCC, ENPC, CPI
Registered ER Nurse (RN)
Lawnwood Hospital
04.2022 - 11.2022
- Work in Psych holding and Fast Track
- Worked extensively with detox patients
- Current certifications in NIH Stroke, BLS, ACLS, PALS, TNCC, ENPC, NRP, CPI
- DO IV’s, blood draws, med management, psych emergencies, de-escalation, medicating
Registered Nurse (RN) (Psychiatric)
Lawnwood Pavillion Adolescents
06.2021 - 03.2022
- De-esculation, assisting with placement, liaison to parents, medicating, treatment team
Actor
WCI
- Performed on television, film and stage
- Performed on such television shows as : Law & Order, The Big C, Person of Interest, Unforgettable, The Good Wife, Bar Rescue and MTV’s Silent Library
- See link
- (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=22yWaTlSr7I)
Mental Health Technician
Sandy Pines Hospital
02.2016 - 07.2018
- Company Overview: (psychiatric children’s hospital)
- Counseled adolescent patients on positive strategies to overcome alcohol, drug, mental illness or behavioral challenges to lead a productive future.
- Co-facilitated groups on dialectical behavior therapy, guided participants through techniques for emotion regulation, acceptance and mindful awareness.
- Developed hands-on activities to engage adolescents. Participated in developing overall curriculum; integrated modifications based on group dynamics.
Drug/alcohol/DUI Counselor
Best Life Counseling
01.2013 - 10.2014
- Provide individual counseling and relapse prevention for clients. Also run a substance abuse group.
- Communicated with clients on recovery strategies and help overcome anomalies in patient behavior.
- Built genuine rapport with clientele.
- Administer drug/ETG tests to clients
Trainer/Actor
World Class Indifference
06.2004 - 12.2012
- Improv comedy troupe. Provides entertainment and education on the basics of improvisation to improve communication and listening skills.
- Develops curriculum and teaches high school and middle school workshops. Designs classes that are completely interactive, and adapts quickly to keep student engagement high.
- Co-taught seminars on communication, innovative thinking and confidence-building at corporate clients Praxair and Bentley Associates, and Toastmaster District Conferences in the tri-state area.
- Worked as an actor on various television programs (Law & Order, The Big C, Silent Library (MTV), Person of Interest, Unforgettable, and The Good Wife).
- Worked as an actor in film (Men In Black III and Incredibly Loud and Extremely Close)
Lead Behavioral Technician
MCCA
01.2008 - 09.2011
- Company Overview: (residential for adolescent females)
- Assist in overseeing clients follow the protocol
- Provide emotional and therapeutic support to clients
- De-esculate clients from behavioral issues
- Passed out medications to clientele
- Facilitated DBT groups
Sales Representative
Total Fitness
03.2003 - 01.2006
- High-end athletic and fitness supply facility; equipment prices averaged $10K to $30K.
- Highly successful salesperson. Earned respect from discriminating corporate executives based on extensive product knowledge and intuitive ability to assess underlying concerns.
- Increased sales 49% for the location in one year. Sold an average of $4K in equipment per day.
- Recognized as the #2 Sales Representative in the company based on sales performance.
Personal Trainer
CNB Training
05.1994 - 06.2003
- Designs personalized exercise regimens to meet clients’ specific needs and goals.
- Taught classes at a high profile gym in New Canaan.
- Grows business through word of mouth referrals. Schedules clients around full time work commitments.
- Challenges clients and groups to reach their maximum potential through a variety of motivational strategies.
Education
ADN of Nursing -
Capscare Academy
Lake Worth, FLA.S. Human Services - undefined
Norwalk Community College
Norwalk, CT01.2019
Skills
1Certified CPR, CPI, ENPC, TNCC, BLS, ACLS, PALS
2 Designed unit protocols/programming
3 Payroll
4 Scheduling for all employees
5 Facilitating plans of aftercare for patients
6 Hiring of staff
Accomplishments
1. Nominated for Daisy Award for patient care excellence.
2. Won Unit of Distinction award for best psychiatric unit in HCA in the state 2022.
Certification
- Certification in Broadcasting, Connecticut School of Broadcasting, Stratford, CT
- February 2008 – August 2008
Timeline
Program Manager, Acute Crisis Stabilization Unit (Baker Act)
New Horizons Hospital
10.2024 - Current
Registered ER Nurse (RN)
Lawnwood Hospital
04.2022 - 11.2022
Registered Nurse (RN) (Psychiatric)
Lawnwood Pavillion Adolescents
06.2021 - 03.2022
Clinical Nurse Coordinator
HCA JFK North Hospital
03.2020 - Current
Mental Health Technician
Sandy Pines Hospital
02.2016 - 07.2018
Drug/alcohol/DUI Counselor
Best Life Counseling
01.2013 - 10.2014
Lead Behavioral Technician
MCCA
01.2008 - 09.2011
Trainer/Actor
World Class Indifference
06.2004 - 12.2012
Sales Representative
Total Fitness
03.2003 - 01.2006
Personal Trainer
CNB Training
05.1994 - 06.2003
A.S. Human Services - undefined
Norwalk Community College
Actor
WCI
ADN of Nursing -
Capscare Academy
Internships
- Pacific House | Stamford, CT Case Management Internship January 2003- April 2003
- Gained experience understanding and providing assistance to the homeless population.
- Co-facilitated substance abuse groups to provide clients with positive strategies to deal with daily challenges.
- As a resource, connected clients with community services to provide specific assistance.
- Conducted classes on basic computer skills.
- McKinney House | Stamford, CT Case Management Internship May 2003 – August 2003
- Worked with HIV-positive clients to provide resources and document case studies.
- Co-facilitated weekly support groups. Provided clients with positive messages of empowerment.
- Prepared written case studies documenting client’s history of care and recognized progress toward independence.
- Counseled clients one-on-one; co-developed individualized plans to move clients along the path to recovery.
- Silver Hill | New Canaan, CT Psychology Technician Internship June 2002 – November 2002
- Facilitated communication between patients, therapists and physicians. Escorted patients within the facility.
- As a counselor, led Alcoholics Anonymous meetings. Provided a safe, welcoming environment for patients to share and learn from each other’s examples.
Nominated for Daisy Award for patient care excellence
Daisy Award is an award given for patient care excellence.
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