Dasjella Bell
Willis
Summary
With a diverse background in healthcare, behavioral health, and crisis intervention, I bring a compassionate, hands-on approach to patient care across medical, mental health, and remote settings. Experienced in managing high-risk situations, I excel at de-escalating crises, identifying subtle behavioral changes, and collaborating with teams to deliver tailored care. Skilled in documentation and compliance, I balance technical proficiency with empathy to ensure the well-being and safety of every individual.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Cna
Selinsgrove Center
Selinsgrove
03.2023 - 03.2025
- Behavior management
- Crisis intervention
- Communication skills
- Restraining
- Assisted in psychiatric crisis interventions, quickly responding to suicide attempts, aggression, or medical emergencies
- Conducted one-on-one or line-of-sight monitoring for patients experiencing psychosis, suicidal ideation, or violent outbursts
- Identified triggers for psychiatric episodes, proactively adjusting the environment to reduce agitation and anxiety
- Documented patterns of aggression, self-isolation, or verbalized suicidal thoughts, ensuring timely intervention
Mental Health Technician
Longleaf Hospital
Alexandria
03.2021 - 03.2023
- Actively observed and reported changes in residents' physical or mental health, ensuring early intervention and improved outcomes
- Conducted frequent safety rounds, staying vigilant for self-harm risks, withdrawal symptoms, and emotional distress
- Provided compassionate redirection to patients experiencing hallucinations, paranoia, or extreme emotional distress
- Used calm, empathetic communication to de-escalate crises, helping patients regain control without restraints whenever possible
CNA
Rapid Staffing
Ann Arbor
01.2020 - 03.2021
- Provided hands-on support with daily routines, helping residents maintain dignity and independence while assisting with bathing, dressing, and grooming
- Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system
- Anticipated patient needs, proactively addressing concerns to enhance overall well-being
- Maintained a clean and sanitary patient space, adhering to infection control protocols to reduce health risks
Education
High School Diploma -
Penn Foster Career School
Scranton, PA01.2018
Skills
- Emergency response
- Complex Problem-solving
- Vital signs monitoring
- Lifting and transferring
- Stress reduction techniques
- Restraining
- Behavior management
- Crisis intervention
Timeline
Cna
Selinsgrove Center
03.2023 - 03.2025
Mental Health Technician
Longleaf Hospital
03.2021 - 03.2023
CNA
Rapid Staffing
01.2020 - 03.2021
High School Diploma -
Penn Foster Career School