Christy Mooty
Radford
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Activity Associate
Carilion New River Valley
Christiansburg
08.2024 - Current
- Facilitate group therapy sessions focused on coping skills, mental health skill-building, and crisis resolution to support patient stabilization and recovery.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including social workers, to develop and implement effective behavioral health interventions.
Nurse Extern
Lewis Gale Medical Center
Salem
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Actively participated in emergency response situations, including codes, stroke alerts, and trauma activations.
- Performed IV insertions and assisted with initial patient workups, including vital signs, assessments, and procedural support.
- Shadowed and collaborated with experienced Emergency Department nurses to enhance clinical skills and patient care knowledge.
- Obtained Trauma Certification to provide specialized care for trauma patients in high-acuity settings.
Activity Associate
Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital
Roanoke
01.2023 - 08.2024
- Facilitated group therapy and crisis intervention sessions in a Level I Trauma Center, focusing on coping strategies and mental health stabilization.
- Assisted in developing job roles, structuring group schedules, and training new employees to enhance department efficiency and patient care.
- Collaborated with the social work team to support safe discharge planning and connect patients with appropriate mental health resources.
Social Work Internship
Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital
Roanoke
05.2024 - 07.2024
- Completed a 120-hour internship under the direct supervision of a Mental Health Therapist in a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurse practitioners, social workers, LPCs, and nurses to assess patient needs and determine appropriate care plans.
- Participated in patient rounds, discharge planning, and safety planning, ensuring continuity of care and appropriate inpatient referrals when necessary.
Nationally Certified Mental Health Technician
Lewis Gale Medical Center
Salem
09.2020 - 09.2022
- Led group therapy sessions with a focus on adolescent mental health and substance use interventions.
- Provided direct patient care in a behavioral health setting, assisting with daily living activities, monitoring safety, and supporting therapeutic interventions.
- Earned CPI certification to implement safe and effective crisis de-escalation techniques.
- Obtained National Certification for Psychiatric Technicians, demonstrating expertise in psychiatric care and patient support.
Mental Health Technician
Catawba Hospital
Catawba
04.2020 - 09.2020
- Provided direct patient care and facilitated group therapy sessions on an acute male psychiatric unit, focusing on stabilization and skill-building.
- Completed specialized psychiatric education preparation, including TOVA certification and behavioral health crisis training through the Virginia Board of Counseling.
Clinical Associate
Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital
Roanoke
01.2018 - 10.2019
- Performed phlebotomy, cardiac monitoring, and trauma documentation in a fast-paced Level I Trauma Center.
- Actively participated in patient care for acute medical emergencies, including codes, Level I traumas, stroke alerts, heart alerts, and airway emergencies.
- Served as a trauma scribe, documenting real-time interventions and coordinating with the interdisciplinary team during critical situations.
- Worked across multiple departments, including pediatrics, mental health, observation, and trauma, adapting to diverse patient populations and acuity levels.
- Completed specialized training, including Disaster Relief Training and Trauma Academy, to enhance response efficiency in emergency situations.
- Assisted nurses in preparing for high-acuity cases, ensuring rapid room setup for critical alerts and optimizing workflow during emergencies.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing- Bridge Program
Radford University
Radford, VA05-2026
Associate of Science - Nursing
New River Community College
Dublin, VA05.2025
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies in Psychology and Biology
Radford University
Radford, VA07.2024
Associate of Science - General Studies
Virginia Western Community College
Roanoke, VA05.2023
Skills
- Clinical Assessment & Crisis Intervention
- Facilitating Group Therapy & Psychiatric Interventions
- Behavioral Health Interventions & Acute Psychiatric Care
- Collaboration with Multidisciplinary Teams
- Emergency Medicine & Trauma Response
- Patient Advocacy & Discharge Planning
- Leadership, Mentoring & Training
Certification
- Peer Support Specialist, Virginia Department of Behavioral Health, 05/01/23
- CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention) Certification, 05/01/25
- TOVA de-escalation Certification, Virginia Department of Behavioral Health
- Nationally Certified Psychiatric Technician, American Association of Psychiatric Technicians
- Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association
- Ordained Minister, 1432584
- QMHP-A Certification, 0734013046, 02/28/30
Volunteer Experience
- National Park Service Employee, 05/01/16, 07/31/16, Grand Teton National Park- Triangle X Ranch, Wyoming
- Horseback Riding Assistant Instructor, Ongoing
- Radford Community Garden Club, 03/01/24, Present
Activities
Social Work Internship, Psychiatric Department, Emergency Room, 05/01/24, 07/31/24, Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital, Roanoke, VA, 120 hour internship spent under the direct supervision of a Mental Health Therapist
Affiliations
- Radford City Garden Club
- Psychology Club
- Assistant Horse back riding instructor
Timeline
Activity Associate
Carilion New River Valley
08.2024 - Current
Nurse Extern
Lewis Gale Medical Center
05.2024 - 08.2024
Social Work Internship
Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital
05.2024 - 07.2024
Activity Associate
Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital
01.2023 - 08.2024
Nationally Certified Mental Health Technician
Lewis Gale Medical Center
09.2020 - 09.2022
Mental Health Technician
Catawba Hospital
04.2020 - 09.2020
Clinical Associate
Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital
01.2018 - 10.2019
- Peer Support Specialist, Virginia Department of Behavioral Health, 05/01/23
- CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention) Certification, 05/01/25
- TOVA de-escalation Certification, Virginia Department of Behavioral Health
- Nationally Certified Psychiatric Technician, American Association of Psychiatric Technicians
- Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association
- Ordained Minister, 1432584
- QMHP-A Certification, 0734013046, 02/28/30
Bachelor of Science - Nursing- Bridge Program
Radford University
Associate of Science - Nursing
New River Community College
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies in Psychology and Biology
Radford University
Associate of Science - General Studies
Virginia Western Community College
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