Misty Bingaman
Summary
Sympathetic Mental Health Tech offering extreme compassion and extensive experience working with mental health intervention. Adept at performing risk assessment, crisis intervention and psycho-education. Dedicated and energetic with excellent listening skills and establishing therapeutic relationships with patients while helping with daily living. Qualified Psychiatric Technician providing over 5 years of experience in delivering treatment for mental health and substance abuse conditions. Genuine in offering quality patient care by fostering relationships, counseling and building communication to treat various types of patients and collaborate with family members. Expert in maintaining upbeat attitude and achieving peak performance, knowledgeable about behavioral health program requirements, support strategies and skill-building techniques. Focused on helping clients improve wellbeing and functioning by preventing substance abuse and improving confidence. Hardworking, reliable, and dedicated.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Behavioral Health Technician
Horizon Health and Wellness
Casa Grande, AZ
01.2023 - 08.2023
- Documented patient behavior, interventions completed and patient response to interventions.
- Led individual and group therapy supporting prescribed procedures.
- Verified patient health history and contact information for chart accuracy.
- Cultivated relationships with patients, discussing ways to help improve overall health while alleviating self-harm practices.
- Enforced rules and regulations pertaining to client and patient care while maintaining a safe environment.
- Organized daily activities such as arts and crafts, games, and music therapy that promote healthy coping skills.
- Monitored patient safety in all areas of the facility.
- Assessed patient behavior, reactions and responses to treatment plans.
- Documented behavioral incidents to keep accurate records.
- Established and maintained professional working relationships with clients, staff and public.
- Accompanied patients to medical and counseling appointments.
Caregiver
Crimson Peaks Assisted Living
Mesa, AZ
12.2021 - 07.2022
- Laundered clothing and bedding to prevent infection.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Encouraged residents to participate in activities of daily living to enhance personal dignity.
- Assisted clients with maintaining good personal hygiene.
- Created safe and positive living situations for clients by communicating with family and other staff about concerns or challenges.
- Maintained accurate records of services provided, changes in client condition, medications administered and other pertinent information.
- Recorded client status progress and challenges in logbooks and reports.
- Collected and recorded patients' blood pressure, pulse, and respirations (TPRs) to evaluate and note basic health status.
- Provided emotional support for clients who were experiencing depression or anxiety due to their illness or disability.
- Assisted elderly clients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
Nursing Student-NON CERTIFIED
Genesis HealthCare
Mesa, AZ
03.2021 - 12.2021
- Assisted medical team with procedures.
- Maintained accurate documentation in electronic medical records system.
- Measured and recorded blood pressure, temperature and respirations.
- Provided direct nursing care to patients, including wound care, medication administration, and other treatments.
- Input notations and recorded activities performed in EHR software.
- Noted changes in patient condition by notifying and assisting nurses in handling patient care needs.
- Conducted basic physical exams such as measuring height, weight, BMI and recording results in patient charts.
- Promoted open communication and honored patient rights and confidentiality.
- Administered oral medications accurately according to physician's orders.
Personal Care Assistant
Providence Place Senior Living
Chambersburg, PA
- Consulted with client care team to continually update care plans.
- Created safe and positive living situations for clients by communicating with family and other staff about concerns or challenges.
- Provided ongoing compassionate patient care for each client.
- Encouraged independence by helping clients develop self-care skills such as meal preparation or personal hygiene tasks.
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
Psychiatric Aide
Harrisburg State Hospital
Harrisburg, PA
02.2002 - 10.2008
- Facilitated group discussions among psychiatric patients about relevant topics such as coping mechanisms, stress management techniques.
- Prevented patient injuries using necessary restraints and appropriate supports.
- Provided support and supervision to psychiatric patients during their daily activities.
- Assisted in the implementation of individualized treatment plans for patients with mental health disorders.
- Educated family members on how to best provide care for their loved ones with mental illness.
- Worked closely with other healthcare professionals such as nurses, therapists, and physicians to ensure quality care for all psychiatric patients.
- Developed schedules to help patients adjust to hospital routines and thrive in structured environments.
- Administered medications as prescribed by a physician or psychiatrist.
- Supervised and secured patients restricted to assigned areas.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
Education
High School Diploma -
Chambersburg Area Senior High School
Chambersburg, PA01-1999
Caregiver
Arizona Medical Training Institute
Mesa AZProtective Services
Franklin County Votech
Chambersburg, PANursing Assistance
Nurse Aid Training
Genesis Healthcare Mesa AZSkills
- Conflict Resolution
- Client Transportation
- ADL Support
- Activity Monitoring
- Mental Health Support
- Substance Abuse Counseling
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Behavioral Health Technician
Horizon Health and Wellness
01.2023 - 08.2023
Caregiver
Crimson Peaks Assisted Living
12.2021 - 07.2022
Nursing Student-NON CERTIFIED
Genesis HealthCare
03.2021 - 12.2021
Psychiatric Aide
Harrisburg State Hospital
02.2002 - 10.2008
High School Diploma -
Chambersburg Area Senior High School
Caregiver
Arizona Medical Training Institute
Protective Services
Franklin County Votech
Nursing Assistance
Nurse Aid Training
Personal Care Assistant
Providence Place Senior Living
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