Danielle Ryea-Orum
Madison,CT
Summary
Dedicated Mental Health Technician with many years of experience in crisis intervention and patient support. Skilled in facilitating psycho-educational activities and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care and outcomes.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Mental Health Technician
Natchaug Hospital Inc
Old Saybrook, Connecticut
11.2004 - Current
- Implemented de-escalation and crisis intervention techniques to help manage challenging patient behavior.
- Conducted one-on-one sessions with patients to provide emotional support and crisis intervention.
- Monitored patient behavior and provided support during therapy sessions.
- Facilitated psycho-educational group activities enhancing social skills and emotional well-being, fostering a supportive community among patients.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care strategies.
- Participated in huddle team meetings to discuss patient progress and plan further interventions.
- Educated patients on coping strategies, life skills techniques with mental health resources available.
- Provided crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques to help manage patient behavior.
- Established trusting relationships with clients by demonstrating empathy and understanding towards them.
- Delivered compassionate support to patients through effective communication.
- Observed and documented changes in patient behavior and reported any significant changes to the clinical team.
- Documented patient progress and communicated significant changes to healthcare team to ensure timely interventions.
- Documented observations, interventions and concerns in patient charts and electronic systems, sustaining continuum of care from admission through to discharge.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals such as clinicians, psychiatrists and nurses to coordinate quality care for each client.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients at Natchaug Hospital.
- Monitored vital signs, including pulse and temperature, of psychiatric patients.
- Implemented rewards systems to promote positive behaviors.
- Developed and implemented activities promoting physical wellness, emotional stability, cognitive functioning, and social interaction among patients.
- Ensured safety of all clients through continuous observation and monitoring during shift hours.
- Documented patient interactions in compliance with HIPAA requirements.
- Cultivated relationships with patients, discussing ways to help improve overall health while alleviating self-harm practices.
Education
High School Diploma -
Ella Grasso Technical School
Groton, CT06-1993
Skills
- Crisis intervention
- De-escalation techniques
- Behavioral assessment
- Psycho-education
- CPR and First Aid
- Problem- solving and resolution
- Seven Challenges
- Team coordination
Timeline
Mental Health Technician
Natchaug Hospital Inc
11.2004 - Current
High School Diploma -
Ella Grasso Technical School