Maricela Hernandez Macias
Beaumont,CA
Summary
Compassionate psychiatric technician skilled in de-escalation techniques, therapeutic communication, and patient rapport. Committed to implementing individualized care plans that promote recovery and enhance patient safety.
Overview
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years of professional experience
Work History
Psychiatric Technician
Patton State Hospital
San Bernardino, CA
07.2026 - Current
- Administered medications on a daily basis and accurately discuss side effects with the care team to provide adequate up-to-date care.
- Assisted in developing and implementing individualized care plans for patients.
- Monitored patient behavior and reported changes to the healthcare team.
- Conducted therapeutic activities to promote patient engagement and recovery.
- Ensured safety protocols were followed during daily routines and interventions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care effectively.
- Documented patient progress and maintained accurate records in electronic systems.
Psychiatric Technician
Canyon Springs
Cathedral City, CA
02.2025 - 07.2026
- Implemented crisis intervention protocols when necessary, ensuring the safety of all patients and staff members involved.
- Provided support during crisis situations, utilizing de-escalation techniques as needed.
- Assisted in developing and implementing individualized care plans for patients.
- Educated patients on coping skills and mental health resources available at the facility.
- Utilized de-escalation techniques to manage challenging behaviors effectively, promoting a calm atmosphere conducive to healing.
- Developed strong rapport with diverse patient populations through empathetic listening skills, helping them feel heard and understood.
- Charted on each patient daily.
- Administered medications according to established protocols and patient care plans.
Education
Psychiatric Technician - Nursing
Mt. San Antonio College
Walnut, CA12-2024
Skills
- Psychiatric medication administration
- Crisis intervention
- De-escalation techniques
- Behavioral management
- Clinical documentation
- Care team collaboration
- Incident reporting
- Patient rapport
- Group therapy facilitation
- Activity planning
- ADL assistance
- Nursing interventions
- Behavior observation
- Developmental disabilities support
Certification
- Licensed Psychiatric Technician - 2 years
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Psychiatric Technician
Patton State Hospital
07.2026 - Current
Psychiatric Technician
Canyon Springs
02.2025 - 07.2026
Psychiatric Technician - Nursing
Mt. San Antonio College