Damaris Cabrera
Chattanooga,TN
Summary
Proven Mental Health Technician with a track record of enhancing patient well-being at Sunlight Home through effective de-escalation techniques and compassionate care. Bilingual in Spanish and English, excelling in behavioral support and teamwork, significantly improving patient cooperation and safety. Demonstrates strong decision-making and active listening skills, fostering a supportive environment.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mental Health Technician
Sunlight Home
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Performed scheduled patient safety checks 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.
- Observed patient behaviors and mental status and notified RN of unusual or potentially dangerous occurrences.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients to create safe and supportive environment.
CNA Student
Life Long Learning Center
08.2020 - 06.2021
- Maintained a clean and safe environment, reducing the risk of infection and falls.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and empathetic care.
- Developed strong communication skills through active listening and effective verbal interactions with patients and colleagues.
- Delivered high-quality personal care services within the scope of practice as a CNA student, ensuring patient satisfaction.
- Enhanced teamwork abilities by collaborating closely with other CNAs, nurses, and healthcare providers to achieve common goals.
- Monitored vital signs regularly, reporting any abnormal findings promptly to nursing staff for timely interventions.
Cashier Assistant Manager
IGA Supermarket
06.2019 - 01.2020
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and friendly service at the cashier counter.
- Assisted in inventory management tasks, ensuring optimal stock levels and minimizing product loss due to expiration or damage.
- Improved overall store cleanliness and presentation, resulting in a more welcoming atmosphere for customers.
- Built positive relationships with customers to increase repeat business.
Education
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Southern Adventist University
Collegedale, TNHigh School Diploma -
Batesburg-Leesville High School
Batesburg-leesville, SC06.2021
Skills
- Bilingual in Spanish and English
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Teamwork
- Punctual
- Stress reduction techniques
- Suicide Prevention
- Behavior Management
- Active Listening
- Decision-Making
- Behavioral support
- CPR
- Vital signs
- Medical record
- Time management
Certification
- CPR certification
- Cna certification
- Blood donation
- Honor roll
- Perfect attendance
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Mental Health Technician
Sunlight Home
08.2022 - 05.2023
CNA Student
Life Long Learning Center
08.2020 - 06.2021
Cashier Assistant Manager
IGA Supermarket
06.2019 - 01.2020
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Southern Adventist University
High School Diploma -
Batesburg-Leesville High School