ERICA SOFIA SAINTIL
Mount Vernon,NY
Summary
Nursing Student committed to providing exceptional health care services and adding to the success of nursing. A compassionate individual with experience handling patients with mood disorders and addictions. Dedicated to ensuring patient safety through careful observation. Extremely patient, works well with a variety of people, easily adapts to change, and enjoys helping others. Compassionate Nursing Student with strong dedication to helping individuals in need of mental health support. Skilled in providing patient-centered care and evidence-based interventions. Possesses deep understanding of mental health and behavioral sciences with ability to utilize knowledge to assist individuals in managing mental health challenges.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mental Health Worker
New York Presbyterian Westchester Behavorial Hlth
10.2018 - Current
- Monitor patient circumstance, performance and listen to their concerns.
- Assisted psychiatrists with medication management tasks including monitoring patient adherence and documenting side effects observed during appointments.
- Implemented crisis intervention plans to support client safety.
- Provided crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques, resulting in increased safety for both patients and staff.
- Coordinated care between various medical professionals involved in the treatment process ensuring effective collaboration towards improved patient outcomes.
- Conducted crisis interventions to respond to clients in crisis, assess immediate needs and provide support and resources.
- Facilitated support groups for clients to discuss issues related to mental health.
- Promoted a positive therapeutic environment through clear communication and consistent reinforcement of established boundaries within treatment settings.
Mental Health Technician
WESTCHESTER MEDICAL CENTER BEHAVORIAL HEALTH CENTER
05.2017 - 10.2018
- Developed strong rapport with patients, establishing trust and fostering positive relationships conducive to healing.
- Identified behaviors that necessitated intervention and obtained assistance from qualified personnel to complete intervention.
- Supported patients needing medical care to relieve patient anxiety and promote positive outcomes.
- Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate care and support during their mental health journey.
- Monitored patient behavior and immediately reported changes to supervising physician.
- Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.
- Supported patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Leveraged professional expertise in behavioral management techniques to minimize disruptions within the therapeutic environment.
- Coordinated with medical and paramedical professionals to provide appropriate input and effectively formulate and implement treatment plans for patients.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Mercy University
Dobbs Ferry, NY05.2024
High School Diploma -
Mt. Vernon High School
Mount Vernon, NY06.2011
Skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel
- PowerPoint
- Electronic Medical Record Software
- Patient support
- Verbal Communication
Certification
- CPR-certified and Basic First Aid training through American Heart Association
- Certified Nursing Assistant
- Crisis Prevention Intervention
Affiliations
- Sigma Theta Tau International Honor
CLINICAL EXPERINCE
Community/Public Health Nursing Maryknoll Sisters of Saint Dominic Inc, Ossining, NY Spring 2024
Psychiatric Mental Health New York Presbyterian Behavioral Health Center White Plains, NY Spring 2024
Medical Surgical II Westchester Medical Center Valhalla, NY Fall 2023
Medical Surgical I Saint Barnabas Hospital Bronx, NY Spring 2023
Pediatrics Blythedale Children’s Hospital Valhalla, NY Fall 2022
Maternity New York Presbyterian Lawrence Bronxville, NY Fall 2022
Fundamentals of Nursing Split Rock Rehabilitation and Health Care Center Spring Bronx NY 2022
Timeline
Mental Health Worker
New York Presbyterian Westchester Behavorial Hlth
10.2018 - Current
Mental Health Technician
WESTCHESTER MEDICAL CENTER BEHAVORIAL HEALTH CENTER
05.2017 - 10.2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Mercy University
High School Diploma -
Mt. Vernon High School
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