Merle Nilsson

Mental Health Technician

University Behavioral Center

03.2023 - Current

Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being.
Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.
Assisted with patient restraint and seclusion scenarios to create safe environment for patient and medical personnel.
Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients to create safe and supportive environment.
Observed patient behaviors and mental status and notified RN of unusual or potentially dangerous occurrences.
Helped patients with meals, activities of daily living (ADLs) and facility transfers to promote security and patient well-being.
Escorted patients from unit to meals, activities, and visitation areas to maintain standard of safety and security.
Identified behaviors that necessitated intervention and obtained assistance from qualified personnel to complete intervention.
Supported patients needing medical care to relieve patient anxiety and promote positive outcomes.
Facilitated group therapy sessions to help clients develop coping strategies and social skills.
Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss progress and treatment plans of clients.
Communicated with clients to assess mental health needs and develop individualized treatment plans.
Engaged with colleagues in treatment team meetings to promote positive patient treatment outcomes.
Implemented evidence-based therapeutic interventions to help clients manage mental health difficulties.
Delivered compassionate patient care, focusing on safety, comfort and emotional support.
Charted on each patient daily.
Supported patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
Treated clients and families with respect and dignity.
Maintained patient records, documenting changes in patient condition.
Took patient blood pressure and pulse rate, reporting findings in health charts.
Monitored patient behavior and immediately reported changes to supervising physician.
Took and monitored vital signs, administered medications, and managed patient behavior.
Participated in patient education, helping to reinforce concepts and treatment plans.
Organized recreational activities to assist in patient recovery.
Assisted in development of therapeutic activities for patients.
Provided therapeutic activities to assist with patient development.
Assessed patient progress and reported changes to supervising physician.
Collaborated closely with mental health professionals with treatment plan implementation.
Counseled and mentored clients on substance use and life choices.