Christopher Vernon
Ponchatoula,LA
Summary
Mental health professional with solid track record in patient care and therapeutic support. Skilled in crisis intervention, patient assessment, and developing personalized care plans. Strong focus on team collaboration and adaptable to changing needs. Dependable with deep understanding of mental health conditions and effective communication techniques.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mental Health Technician
Prime Staffing
01.2023 - Current
- Provided direct care and constant supervision to up to 12 patients per shift in an acute psychiatric facility, maintaining a 100% incident-free record over 6 consecutive months.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living (ADLs) including hygiene, meals, and mobility, improving patient compliance with personal care routines by 30% within 3 months.
- Supported therapeutic group programming and interventions, contributing to a 15% increase in patient participation rates through consistent engagement and encouragement.
- Monitored and documented patient behaviors every 15 minutes per protocol, ensuring 100% accuracy and compliance with facility and regulatory documentation standards.
- Utilized CPI de-escalation techniques in crisis situations, contributing to a 40% reduction in restraint or seclusion incidents over a 6-month period.
- Collaborated with nursing and clinical teams to implement care plans, participating in interdisciplinary rounds and ensuring timely reporting of behavioral changes in 100% of cases.
- Maintained a safe and structured environment by conducting routine safety checks and room searches, resulting in zero contraband incidents during assigned shifts.
- Complied with all safety protocols, HIPAA regulations, and infection control measures, achieving 100% compliance on quarterly internal audits.
Mental Health Technician
Ochsner Medical Center
02.2021 - 01.2023
- Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being.
- Contributed to a culture of excellence within the facility by consistently upholding high standards of care and actively seeking opportunities for improvement.
- Participated in continuous professional development opportunities to stay current with industry trends and advance skillset.
- Conducted thorough assessments upon patient admission, gathering essential background information for accurate diagnosis and effective treatment planning.
- Observed patient behaviors and mental status and notified RN of unusual or potentially dangerous occurrences.
- Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.
- Promoted a safe, therapeutic environment by enforcing facility policies and maintaining patient confidentiality at all times.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Capella University
03-2023
Skills
- Behavioral Observation
- Crisis De-escalation
- Therapeutic Communication
- Patient Safety Monitoring
- ADL Assistance
- CPI Techniques
- Electronic Health Records (EHR)
- Team Collaboration
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant - 329027
- AHA - BLS
- CPI
Timeline
Mental Health Technician
Prime Staffing
01.2023 - Current
Mental Health Technician
Ochsner Medical Center
02.2021 - 01.2023
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Capella University
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