Melissa Hansen
Madison,WI
Summary
Driven Psychiatric Care Technician from The State of Wisconsin, adept in clinical documentation and crisis intervention. Excelled in enhancing patient care through collaborative treatment reviews and behavior modification strategies, significantly contributing to improved patient outcomes. Skilled in effective communication and emergency response, upholding strict confidentiality and privacy rights.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Psychiatric Care Technician
The State of Wisconsin
10.2016 - Current
- Enhanced patient care by implementing individualized treatment plans and monitoring progress.
- Participated in ongoing professional development, staying current on best practices and emerging trends within the field of mental health care.
- Improved patient outcomes by collaborating closely with psychiatrists to review treatment plans regularly.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Charted on each patient daily.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies based on individual patient needs, contributing to improved functioning within daily life activities.
- Maintained strict confidentiality of patient information, adhering to HIPAA regulations and protecting individual privacy rights.
Volunteer
Tomah VA Medical Center
11.2008 - 07.2009
- Assisted with special events and programs.
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Communicated with staff members to stay informed about volunteer opportunities and events.
Education
High School Diploma -
Tomah High School
Tomah, WI06.2010
Skills
- Clinical Documentation
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Emergency Response
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration
- Behavior Observation
- Effective Communication
- Crisis Intervention
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
- Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) - Wisconsin Department of Public Health.
Timeline
Psychiatric Care Technician
The State of Wisconsin
10.2016 - Current
Volunteer
Tomah VA Medical Center
11.2008 - 07.2009
High School Diploma -
Tomah High School