Hi, I’m
Karen Burrell
Kerman,CA
Summary
Licensed Psychiatric Technician with over 18 years of experience in the substance abuse and mental health treatment industry. Offering excellent rapport-building and communication skills with clients and families from diverse backgrounds. Known for having a positive attitude and consistently exceeding performance standards.
Overview
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Coalinga State Hospital
Psychiatric Technician
01.2007 - Current
Job overview
- Implemented crisis intervention protocols when necessary, ensuring the safety of all patients and staff members involved.
- Developed strong rapport with diverse patient populations through empathetic listening skills, helping them feel heard and understood.
- Observed patients closely for signs of distress or changes in condition, promptly reporting concerns to supervising clinicians for appropriate intervention.
- Utilized de-escalation techniques to manage challenging behaviors effectively, promoting a calm atmosphere conducive to healing.
- Charted on each patient daily.
- Maintained accurate and up-to-date documentation of patient progress, facilitating effective communication among healthcare team members.
- Ensured a safe and supportive environment for patients through close monitoring and crisis management techniques.
- Took and monitored vital signs, administered medications, and managed patient behavior.
- Provided compassionate support to patients during group therapy sessions, fostering trust and open communication.
- Maintained strict confidentiality of patient information, adhering to HIPAA regulations and protecting individual privacy rights.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in psychiatric care.
US Army
Army Reserves Soldier
07.2002 - 09.2009
Job overview
- Maintained physical fitness levels to meet demanding operational requirements and ensure optimal performance under challenging circumstances.
- Strengthened morale among fellow soldiers through active listening, empathy, and encouragement in difficult situations.
- Upheld high standards of professionalism both on-and off-duty representing the US military with honor at all times.
- Developed strong leadership skills through rigorous training and hands-on experience in high-pressure situations.
Education
University of Phoenix Fresno, CA
N/a from English
05.2015
West Hills College - CoalingaCoalinga, CA
Certificate from Psychiatric Technician
04.2006
Skills
- Clinical Documentation
- Developmental Disabilities Support
- Incident Reporting
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Vital Signs Documentation
- Behavioral Management
- Emergency Response
- Behavior monitoring
- Treatment management
- Patient Assessment
- Direct Patient Care
- Mental Health Support
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration
- Patient Rapport
- Psychiatric Medication Administration
- Professional boundaries
- Crisis Intervention
- Activities of Daily Living ADL Assistance
- Critical Thinking
- Crisis Management
- Medication Administration
- Therapeutic Treatment
- Heartsaver CPR AED (CPR AED)
- Heartsaver First Aid
Timeline
Psychiatric Technician
Coalinga State Hospital
01.2007 - Current
Army Reserves Soldier
US Army
07.2002 - 09.2009
University of Phoenix
N/a from English
West Hills College - Coalinga
Certificate from Psychiatric Technician
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