Michelle Rankine
Swainsboro,GA
Summary
Adept Mental Health Technician with a proven track record at Emanuel Medical Center, excelling in crisis intervention and patient safety management. Leveraged de-escalation techniques and critical thinking to enhance patient well-being and security. Demonstrated expertise in behavioral health and active listening, ensuring high-quality care and support.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mental Health Technician
Emanuel Medical Center
10.2019 - Current
- Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being.
- Helped patients with meals, activities of daily living (ADLs) and facility transfers to promote security and patient well-being.
- Provided crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques for patients experiencing emotional distress or exhibiting aggressive behaviors.
- Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.
- Observed patient behaviors and mental status and notified RN of unusual or potentially dangerous occurrences.
- Assisted with patient restraint and seclusion scenarios to create safe environment for patient and medical personnel.
- Maintained detailed records of patient interactions, ensuring accurate documentation for future reference.
- Took patient blood pressure and pulse rate, reporting findings in health charts.
Education
Nursing Assistant Certification - Nursing Assistance
Southeastern Technical College
Vidalia, GA07.2019
GED -
Southeastern Technical College
Vidalia, GA01.2019
Skills
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Stress reduction techniques
- Suicide Prevention
- Behavior Management
- Patient Safety Management
- Crisis Intervention
- Progress Monitoring
- HIPAA Requirements
- Vitals monitoring
- Behavioral Health
- Critical Thinking
- Active Listening
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant. Certification Number: CN0030068294 Expiration Date: 10/07/2025 Status: Active
Timeline
Mental Health Technician
Emanuel Medical Center
10.2019 - Current
Nursing Assistant Certification - Nursing Assistance
Southeastern Technical College
GED -
Southeastern Technical College