Jenney Friest
Hickory,NC
Summary
Energetic professional performs assessments, monitors behavior and helps with implementation of treatment plans. Proven ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to meet patient needs. Offers skills in task prioritization and task management. Patient-focused MHT 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. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
MHT
Frye Regional Medical Center South Campus
Hickory, NC
12.2016 - 12.2025
- Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.
- Monitored patient behavior and immediately reported changes to supervising physician.
- Supported patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Counseled and mentored clients on substance use and life choices.
- Escorted patients from unit to meals, activities, and visitation areas to maintain standard of safety and security.
- Assisted in development of therapeutic activities for patients.
- Delivered compassionate patient care, focusing on safety, comfort and emotional support.
- Identified behaviors that necessitated intervention and obtained assistance from qualified personnel to complete intervention.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients to create safe and supportive environment.
- Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being.
- Maintained patient records, documenting changes in patient condition.
- Observed patient behaviors and mental status and notified RN of unusual or potentially dangerous occurrences.
- Took patient blood pressure and pulse rate, reporting findings in health charts.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions, and make decisions.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Education
No Degree - Criminal Justice\Pre Law
Central Wyoming College
Riverton, WYSome College (No Degree) - Phlebotomy
Washakie Medical Center
Worland, WYNo Degree - CNA
Wyoming Retirement Center
Basin, WY2000
Skills
Maintaining Safety Standards
Crisis Resolution
Patient Intervention
Charting and Clinical Documentation
Psychiatric Disorders
Group Therapy
Patient Admission
Encouragement and Motivation
Observe Behaviors
Support Patients
Admitting and Discharging
Nursing Assistance
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
MHT
Frye Regional Medical Center South Campus
12.2016 - 12.2025
No Degree - Criminal Justice\Pre Law
Central Wyoming College
Some College (No Degree) - Phlebotomy
Washakie Medical Center
No Degree - CNA
Wyoming Retirement Center