Eric Johnson Jr
Charlotte,NC
Summary
Adept at behavior monitoring and enhancing patient rapport, I leveraged my skills at Atrium Healthcare to improve treatment management and mental health support. My proactive approach in emergency response and de-escalation techniques contributed to a 30% decrease in patient incidents, showcasing my ability to deliver impactful results through a blend of hard and soft skills. Patient-focused offers strong background in psychiatric care. Excels in recordkeeping, time management and patient observation. Delivers top-notch care to patients with mental or emotional disturbances. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Psychiatric Technician
Atrium Healthcare
09.2022 - Current
- Took and monitored vital signs, administered medications, and managed patient behavior.
- Treated clients and families with respect and dignity.
- Counseled and mentored clients on substance use and life choices.
- Coordinated with medical and paramedical professionals to provide appropriate input and effectively formulate and implement treatment plans for patients.
- Charted on each patient daily.
- Delivered compassionate patient care, focusing on safety, comfort and emotional support.
- Took patient blood pressure and pulse rate, reporting findings in health charts.
- Assessed patient progress and reported changes to supervising physician.
- Collaborated closely with mental health professionals with treatment plan implementation.
- Maintained patient records, documenting changes in patient condition.
- Assisted in development of therapeutic activities for patients.
- Monitored patient behavior and immediately reported changes to supervising physician.
- Supported patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
RBT
Compleat Kidz
07.2021 - 08.2022
- Promoted positive interactions with children with ADHD, Autism and oppositional defiance behavior by using visual supports, simplifying communication, and utilizing stress scales to turn emotions into concrete concepts.
- Conducted functional behavior assessments, functional analysis, preference assessments, and assessments of basic learning and language skills to identify target behaviors and purpose of behaviors.
- Observed, monitored and recorded problem behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, graphs, and anecdotal notes.
- Worked as part of collaborative team to address changing needs of children and families.
- Supported client using principles of applied behavior analysis.
- Intervened with clients' challenging behaviors by reinforcing therapeutic alternatives and coping mechanisms.
- Kept accurate records by documenting progress and adhering to prescribed behavior plan.
- Learned specialized behavior approaches to implement behavioral strategies.
Youth Development Professional
Boys and Girls Club of Greater St.louis
06.2016 - 03.2021
- Engaged and interacted with youth members, teaching sustainable habits, and coping mechanisms.
- Helped set appropriate goals and plans to achieve targets.
- Offered guidance and advice to help cultivate self-esteem and community involvement.
- Took part in sports, games, and movie nights with children.
- Supervised youth and maintained security for each child under care.
- Assisted with educational needs through tutoring and homework assistance.
- Supervised individuals in small group atmosphere to cultivate safety, independence, and structure.
- Created and implemented individualized plans for individual youth.
- Encouraged children to talk issues out with each other and without anger, which eased tense situations.
- Coordinated youth programs and activities to enhance life quality and self-esteem.
Youth Development Professional
Annie Malone Children and Family Service Center
02.2020 - 02.2021
- Offered guidance and advice to help cultivate self-esteem and community involvement.
- Supervised youth and maintained security for each child under care.
- Assisted with educational needs through tutoring and homework assistance.
- Monitored youth behavior and offered guidance and support for positive change.
- Wrote reports for family and caregivers, documenting progress, challenges, and therapy milestones.
- Implemented variety of fun and recreational activities for residents.
- Demonstrated positive influence to children by acting appropriately, being respectful to others and actively listening.
- Assisted youth in developing problem-solving and communication skills to support stress management.
- Maintained accurate documentation of youth progress in line with reporting requirements.
- Provided crisis intervention and emotional support to youth.
- Established and maintained relationships with youth, families and community partners.
Patient Care Technician
Arch Trials Clinicals
06.2018 - 12.2018
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Educated patients and families on proper care and treatment to facilitate successful home care.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
Assistant Pre-K Teacher
Bright Horizon Family Solutions
10.2017 - 06.2018
- Taught children with creative approaches, methods, and techniques.
- Prepared for lessons by gathering educational materials and setting up equipment.
- Engaged and entertained children through recreational and educational activities.
- Interacted with children one-on-one and in small groups to enhance and support learning activities.
- Supervised children during in-classroom activities and on playground.
- Organized snack time and nap hours.
- Supported children's social and emotional development by encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
- Maintained classrooms by disinfecting and sterilizing surfaces and toys.
- Assisted teacher by developing lesson plans to meet educational goals for each child.
Mental Health Technician
Barnes Jewish
10.2015 - 07.2017
- Observed patient behaviors and mental status and notified RN of unusual or potentially dangerous occurrences.
- Assisted with patient restraint and seclusion scenarios to create safe environment for patient and medical personnel.
- Identified behaviors that necessitated intervention and obtained assistance from qualified personnel to complete intervention.
- Helped patients with meals, activities of daily living (ADLs) and facility transfers to promote security and patient well-being.
Psych Technician
St. Louis Psychiatric Rehabilitation Center
10.2013 - 05.2015
- Counseled and mentored clients on substance use and life choices.
- Coordinated with medical and paramedical professionals to provide appropriate input and effectively formulate and implement treatment plans for patients.
- Charted on each patient daily.
- Took and monitored vital signs, administered medications, and managed patient behavior.
Education
No Degree - Massage Therapy
Missouri College
St Louis, MO06.2011
Webster Groves High School
St Louis, MO05.2008
Skills
- Behavior monitoring
- Emergency Response
- Treatment management
- Mobility Assistance
- Patient Rapport
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Behavioral Management
- Mental Health Support
Certification
- RBT - Registered Behavior Technician
- CPI
- BLS & First aid
Timeline
Psychiatric Technician
Atrium Healthcare
09.2022 - Current
RBT
Compleat Kidz
07.2021 - 08.2022
Youth Development Professional
Annie Malone Children and Family Service Center
02.2020 - 02.2021
Patient Care Technician
Arch Trials Clinicals
06.2018 - 12.2018
Assistant Pre-K Teacher
Bright Horizon Family Solutions
10.2017 - 06.2018
Youth Development Professional
Boys and Girls Club of Greater St.louis
06.2016 - 03.2021
Mental Health Technician
Barnes Jewish
10.2015 - 07.2017
Psych Technician
St. Louis Psychiatric Rehabilitation Center
10.2013 - 05.2015
No Degree - Massage Therapy
Missouri College
Webster Groves High School
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