Luis Surla
San Diego, CA
Summary
Mental Health Technician with over 15 years of experience in hospital setting. Offering excellent counseling, rapport-building and communication skills with clients and families from diverse backgrounds. Known for having a positive attitude and consistently exceeding performance standards.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Mental Health Worker
San Diego County Psychiatric Hospital
09.2023 - Current
- Routine 15 minute rounds on patient safety
- Vital signs
- Make beds
- Inventory patient's belongings
- Assisted in patient's ADL's
- Recorded meal percentages
- Provided crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques, resulting in increased safety for both patients and staff.
- Assisted in the development of group therapy programs, contributing to a more supportive environment for patients.
Caregiver
Comfort Keepers Home Care
01.2022 - Current
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation and medication reminders.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Documented residents' mental status, sleep and eating patterns in medical record books.
Mental Health Technician
St. Joseph Medical Center
06.2018 - 09.2021
- Observed patient behaviors and mental status and notified RN of unusual or potentially dangerous occurrences.
- Escorted patients from unit to meals, activities and visitation areas to maintain standard of safety and security.
- Engaged with colleagues in treatment team meetings to promote positive patient treatment outcomes.
- Supported patients needing medical care to relieve patient anxiety and promote positive outcomes.
- Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being.
Mental Health Associate
Sharp Mesa Vista Hospital
10.2009 - 06.2018
- Assisted with patient restraint and seclusion scenarios to create safe environment for patient and medical personnel.
- Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.
- Charted on each patient daily.
- Treated clients and families with respect and dignity.
- Encouraged patients to discuss experiences in group and individual settings.
Recreation Therapy Aide
San Diego County Psychiatric Hospital
11.2003 - 10.2009
- Conducted therapy sessions to improve patients' mental and physical well-being.
- Observed, analyzed, and recorded patients' participation, reactions, and progress during treatment sessions, modifying treatment programs as needed.
- Planned, organized, directed and participated in treatment programs and activities to facilitate patients' rehabilitation, help them integrate into the community and prevent further medical problems.
- Instructed patient in activities and techniques, such as sports, dance, music, art or relaxation techniques, designed to meet their specific physical or psychological needs.
Education
High School Diploma -
San Diego High School
San Diego, CA06.1998
No Degree - Nursing 88 Units
San Diego City College
San Diego, CASkills
- Recording vital signs
- Responding to emergencies
- Patient-focused care
- Documenting behaviors
- Supporting personal needs
- Inpatient care
- Efficient and reliable team player
- Crisis Intervention
Timeline
Mental Health Worker
San Diego County Psychiatric Hospital
09.2023 - Current
Caregiver
Comfort Keepers Home Care
01.2022 - Current
Mental Health Technician
St. Joseph Medical Center
06.2018 - 09.2021
Mental Health Associate
Sharp Mesa Vista Hospital
10.2009 - 06.2018
Recreation Therapy Aide
San Diego County Psychiatric Hospital
11.2003 - 10.2009
High School Diploma -
San Diego High School
No Degree - Nursing 88 Units
San Diego City College