Madison McGettrick
Corning,NY
Summary
Accomplished Mental Health Technician with a proven track record in crisis intervention and patient safety management at St Joseph Hospital. Skilled in employing de-escalation techniques and empathy development to enhance patient well-being. Demonstrated success in improving care outcomes through effective behavior management and clinical documentation. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mental Health Technician
St Joeseph Hospital
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being.
- Helped patients with meals, activities of daily living (ADLs) and facility transfers to promote security and patient well-being.
- Provided crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques for patients experiencing emotional distress or exhibiting aggressive behaviors.
- Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.
- Observed patient behaviors and mental status and notified RN of unusual or potentially dangerous occurrences.
- Assisted with patient restraint and seclusion scenarios to create safe environment for patient and medical personnel.
- Managed around 12-15 patients daily.
Mental Health Therapy Aide
Elmira Psychiatric Hospital
03.2023 - 08.2024
- Implemented crisis intervention techniques when necessary, deescalating situations effectively for patient safety.
- Provided compassionate support during one-on-one counseling sessions, helping patients gain insight into their emotional issues and develop healthier coping mechanisms.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices and emerging trends in mental health care.
- Established trust and rapport with patients, enabling more productive therapy sessions and better overall outcomes.
- Ensured patient safety and maintained a secure facility by conducting regular safety checks and adhering to strict protocols.
- Educated patients on coping strategies, providing tools for managing stressors outside of therapy sessions.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Each unit held around 20 patients.
Medical Assistant
UHS Pain Management
10.2022 - 03.2023
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Maintained a safe and clean clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and disposing of biohazardous waste properly.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
- Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols by following proper sterilization techniques for medical equipment.
- Reduced wait times by swiftly processing insurance claims, verifying coverage, and obtaining pre-authorizations when necessary.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Helped with about 15 patients a day.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Corning Community College
Corning, NY05.2025
Associate of Science - Human Services
Corning Community College
Corning, NY05.2022
Skills
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Stress reduction techniques
- Behavior Management
- Suicide Prevention
- Patient Safety Management
- Crisis Intervention
- Progress Monitoring
- Empathy Development
- Medication Administration
- Clinical Documentation
- Self-Care Promotion
- Care Plan Development
- Medication Administration
- Clinical Documentation
- Self-Care Promotion
- Care Plan Development
- Medication Administration
- Clinical Documentation
- Self-Care Promotion
- Care Plan Development
- Medication Administration
Certification
CPR certified
Timeline
Mental Health Technician
St Joeseph Hospital
05.2024 - 08.2024
Mental Health Therapy Aide
Elmira Psychiatric Hospital
03.2023 - 08.2024
Medical Assistant
UHS Pain Management
10.2022 - 03.2023
CPR certified
Associate of Science - Nursing
Corning Community College
Associate of Science - Human Services
Corning Community College
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