McKenzie Tyler
Mequon
Summary
Dedicated Mental Health Technician and nursing student, graduating December 2026. Skilled in conducting patient assessments and implementing therapeutic techniques in mental health settings. Strong rapport-building with diverse patients, advocating for their needs and effectively facilitating treatment plans. Achievements include increased patient participation in therapy and decreased escalation incidents through communication and crisis intervention.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Mental Health Technician
Rogers Behavioral Health
Brown Deer
10.2024 - Current
- Monitored patient behaviors, providing detailed observations to clinical staff for informed decision-making.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create tailored care plans, enhancing patient-centered treatment.
- Provided crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques to help manage patient behavior.
- Educated patients on coping strategies and available mental health resources, empowering them to manage their conditions effectively.
- Responded to patient needs promptly, ensuring comfort and support during crises.
- Ensured safety of all clients through continuous observation and monitoring during shift hours.
- Modeled appropriate communication and problem-solving skills in crisis situations involving patients, family or staff.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal care routines.
- Documented patient progress and incidents in electronic health record systems.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals such as social workers, psychiatrists, counselors and nurses to coordinate quality care for each client.
Registered Behavior Technician
Project Play Therapy, LLC
Nashville
07.2023 - 06.2024
- Facilitated daily skill practice and communication strategies for individuals to promote skill acquisition and decrease challenging behaviors.
- Supported implementation of classroom and therapy interventions to enhance student engagement and learning.
- Used ABA techniques, Central Reach and followed FBA/behavioral interventions
- Worked alongside BCBAs to ensure data was being taken effectively
- Delivered parent training sessions to reinforce behavioral strategies and ensure consistent application across home and therapy settings.
- Compliance with ethical guidelines and regulations
Clinical Trial Research Assistant
ICON Clinical Research
Brentwood
08.2021 - 01.2022
- Coordinated calls and agendas for research studies, ensuring accurate data entry and compliance
- Screened database and referrals for research studies
- Informed research groups about clinical study participation requirements and processes
- Followed informed consent processes and maintained records
- Executed clerical duties, including word processing and data entry, to support research operations
Education
Associates Degreee - Nursing
Bryant & Stratton College
WI12-2026
B.S - Psychology, Counseling
Western Carolina University
Cullowhee, NC12-2019
B.S -
Kentucky Christian University
Grayson, KY05-2018
A.A -
Florence Darlington Technical College
Florence, SC05-2017
Skills
- Applied behavioral analysis
- Crisis intervention
- Mental health support
- Trauma-informed care
- Emergency intervention
- Clinical documentation
- Client progress documentation
- Patient education
- Patient safety management
- Nursing adjustments
- Time management
- Adaptability
- Interpersonal skills
- Emotional regulation techniques
Awards
Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) Certification, 11/01/23
Certification
BLS Basic Life Support certification Active
Timeline
Mental Health Technician
Rogers Behavioral Health
10.2024 - Current
Registered Behavior Technician
Project Play Therapy, LLC
07.2023 - 06.2024
Clinical Trial Research Assistant
ICON Clinical Research
08.2021 - 01.2022
Associates Degreee - Nursing
Bryant & Stratton College
B.S - Psychology, Counseling
Western Carolina University
B.S -
Kentucky Christian University
A.A -
Florence Darlington Technical College