Jenna Lackey
New Britain,CT
Summary
Compassionate and hard working psychology graduate with a passion for patient care. Analytical student with technical knowledge and practical skills to thrive in both scholastic and professional endeavors. Tackles all challenges with positivity and in a timely fashion. Works great with peers in collaborative assignments, or individually, and consistently exceeds expectations. Highly motivated, with a desire to take on new challenges to grow as a student and professional.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Psychiatric Technician
Manchester Memorial Hospital
Manchester, CT
01.2021 - Current
- Utilized hospital systems to monitor and report on individual patient care, including lab results, allergies, and vital signs
- Worked one-on-one with patients admitted to the psychiatric treatment floor
- Conducted assessments and evaluations
- Completed treatment plans with the treatment team
- Led some group therapy sessions for patients.
Psychiatric Technician
Rockville General Hospital
Vernon Rockville, CT
01.2020 - Current
- Created and maintained an inpatient care log that noted patient medical history, medications, and diagnoses
- Prepared individualized treatment plans and interviewed patients upon admission
- Conducted group therapy sessions for admitted patients
- Used intervention strategies including CPI physical restraint methods
- Met one-on-one with individual patients for daily treatment care
- Conducted patient observation and reported observations to medical staff
- Maintained patient confidentiality at all times.
Education
BA - Psychology
Central Connecticut State University
12.2023
Skills
- Psychology Research Methods
- Sociology Research Methods
- Presentations and Public Speaking
- SPSS and R Skills
- Statistics Skills
- Crisis Intervention
- Strong understanding of psychiatric diagnoses and care
- Good ability to lead group therapy sessions for patients
- Understands medication administration techniques and chart documentation
Research Projects
- Fear of Death and Young Adults and its Influence on Risky Behavior, Sociology, Fall 2023
- Identity Formation in Minority Undergraduate Students, Psychology, Spring 2023
- Cell Phone Usage and Academic Performance, Sociology, Spring 2023
- Affect of Animals in Mental Health Treatment, Psychology, Fall 2021
Relevant Courses
- PSY 136- Life-Span Development, Summer 2021, A
- PSY 200- Learning and Memory, Summer 2021, A
- PSY 202- Peace Psychology, Spring 2022, B+
- PSY 301- Psych Research Methods I, Fall 2022, B-
- PSY 302- Psych Research Methods II, Spring 2023, B
- PSY 330- Abnormal Psychology, Fall 2021, A-
- PSY 371- Personality Psychology, Summer 2021, A
- PSY 372- Social Psychology, Summer 2021, B+
- PSY 420- History and Systems of Psychology, Fall 2023, B+
- PSY 441- Sensation and Perception, Spring 2022, A-
- PSY 448- Psychology of Women, Spring 2022, B
Certification
- CPI Restraint Certification
- RQI CPR Certification
Timeline
Psychiatric Technician
Manchester Memorial Hospital
01.2021 - Current
Psychiatric Technician
Rockville General Hospital
01.2020 - Current
BA - Psychology
Central Connecticut State University