Leah Dehne
Watertown,WI
Summary
Dedicated Mental health Technician with experience at Rogers Behavioral Health. Experienced in patient care and therapeutic support. Skilled in crisis intervention, patient assessment, and clinical documentation. Strong focus on team collaboration and adaptable to changing needs. Dependable with deep understanding of mental health conditions and effective communication techniques with all patients.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Mental Health Technician
Rogers Behavioral Health
Oconomowoc, WI
08.2000 - Current
- Assisted in monitoring patient behavior and reporting changes to nursing staff.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment to promote patient comfort and security.
- Documented patient interactions and progress in electronic health records accurately.
- Helped patients with meals, activities of daily living (ADLs) and facility transfers to promote security and patient well-being.
- Maintained detailed records of patient interactions, ensuring accurate documentation for future reference.
- Conducted thorough assessments upon patient admission, gathering essential background information for the patients.
- Supported patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Took and monitored vital signs, administered medications, and managed patient behavior.
- Supported implementation of individualized care plans for patients with mental health disorders.
- Provided crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques for patients experiencing emotional distress or exhibiting aggressive behaviors.
Education
High School Diploma -
Oconomowoc High School
Oconomowoc, WISkills
- De-escalation techniques
- Behavior observation
- Stress reduction techniques
- Behavior management
- Medication administration
- Clinical documentation
- Patient assessment
- Charting and clinical documentation
- Nonviolent crisis intervention
- Employee training
- Heartsaver CPR AED (CPR AED)
Timeline
Mental Health Technician
Rogers Behavioral Health
08.2000 - Current
High School Diploma -
Oconomowoc High School