Marilyn Carrasquillo
Hartford,CT
Summary
Dedicated Psychiatric Technician with proven expertise in crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques, honed at Hartford Healthcare. Skilled in fostering patient safety and supporting developmental disabilities, complemented by a strong foundation in HIPAA and clinical documentation. Excelled in teamwork, ensuring a supportive environment through effective behavior monitoring and patient care.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Psychiatric Technician
Hartford Healthcare (Hartford Hospital)
01.2021 - Current
- Implemented crisis intervention protocols when necessary, ensuring the safety of all patients and staff members involved.
- 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.
- Ensured a safe and supportive environment for patients through close monitoring and crisis management techniques.
- Charted on each patient daily.
- Took patient blood pressure and pulse rate, reporting findings in health charts.
- Maintained strict confidentiality of patient information, adhering to HIPAA regulations and protecting individual privacy rights.
- Supported patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Bus Monitor
CREC
09.2015 - 03.2021
- Assisted bus driver in maintaining order, ensuring a safe and efficient transportation experience for all passengers.
- Assisted driver in monitoring and managing student behaviors to promote safety.
- Partnered with bus drivers to create a welcoming environment for students entering the vehicle each morning.
- Secured passengers for transportation by buckling seatbelts or fastening wheelchairs with tie-down straps.
- Assisted students with safe and orderly boarding and exiting of vehicle.
- Trained new bus monitors in proper protocols and procedures, upholding high standards for performance within the team.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance on the bus, aiding in tracking and reporting trends.
Education
Associate of Science - Medical Technology
Bay State Jr College
Boston, MAHigh School Diploma -
East Hartford High School
East Hartford, CT06-1989
Skills
- Clinical documentation
- De-escalation techniques
- Developmental disabilities support
- Incident reporting
- Vital signs documentation
- Behavior monitoring
- Direct patient care
- Professional boundaries
- Recreational activity supervision
- Behavior observation
- Intake assessment
- HIPAA requirements
- Heartsaver CPR AED (CPR AED)
- Heartsaver first aid
- Teamwork and collaboration
Certification
- Electrocardiograph (EKG) Technician Certification – National Healthcareer Association.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
- RQI CERTIFIED
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Psychiatric Technician
Hartford Healthcare (Hartford Hospital)
01.2021 - Current
Bus Monitor
CREC
09.2015 - 03.2021
- Electrocardiograph (EKG) Technician Certification – National Healthcareer Association.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
- RQI CERTIFIED
Associate of Science - Medical Technology
Bay State Jr College
High School Diploma -
East Hartford High School
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