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Norma Cobbs

Norma Cobbs

Victorville,CA

Summary

Accomplished Licensed Psychiatric Technician/ LVN with a proven track record at Patton State Hospital, & more recently Primerose Home Healthcare enhancing patient mental & physical health through expert care and crisis intervention. Skilled in psychiatric & medical assessment and demonstrating exceptional communication, I've significantly contributed to treatment outcomes and team collaboration. My dedication to continuous professional development and patient-centered care stands out, embodying reliability and critical thinking in high-stakes environments. Along with my Psychiatric Technician/LVN license, I am CPR, First Aide & BLS certified

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

LVN

Primerose Home Healthcare
08.2023 - Current
  • Administered medications accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring proper treatment for various conditions.
  • Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
  • Monitored vital signs and assessed patients regularly, swiftly identifying any changes in condition and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Provided high-quality wound care, reducing the risk of infection and promoting timely healing.
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.

Licensed Psychiatric Technician

Patton State Hospital (State of Ca for 20 Yrs.)
04.2016 - 10.2022
  • Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate and individualized care to those with mental health disorders.
  • Continuously updated clinical knowledge and skills through attendance at workshops, conferences, and professional development opportunities.
  • Ensured patient safety and implemented crisis intervention strategies for de-escalation of agitated or aggressive individuals.
  • Maintained accurate and detailed documentation of patient progress, treatments, and interventions to support continuity of care.
  • Provided skillful behavioral management techniques for patients experiencing emotional distress or exhibiting challenging behaviors.
  • Educated family members on the nature of mental illnesses and provided resources for additional support services as needed.
  • Facilitated active participation in treatment planning for patients.
  • Provided guidance and mentorship to new psychiatric technicians or nursing students completing mental health rotations.
  • Administered prescribed medications accurately and monitored patients for side effects, contributing to effective treatment outcomes.
  • Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by sharing observations, insights, and recommendations regarding patient care.
  • Conducted thorough intake assessments to determine appropriate level of care for incoming patients.
  • Developed therapeutic relationships with patients to promote trust, engagement in treatment, and overall mental health stability.
  • Maintained confidentiality according to HIPAA regulations while communicating pertinent information to appropriate team members.
  • Implemented behavior modification plans designed by psychologists or psychiatrists to decrease maladaptive behaviors in patients while increasing adaptive ones.
  • Enhanced treatment plans by collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, including psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, and case managers.
  • Monitored patient behavior and immediately reported changes to supervising physician.

Maintained patient records, documenting changes in patient condition.

Licensed Psychiatric Technician

Lanterman Developmental Center (State of Ca)
06.2001 - 01.2016
  • Administered prescribed medications accurately and monitored patients for side effects, contributing to effective treatment outcomes.
  • Enhanced treatment plans by collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, including psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, MD's,and case managers.
  • Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by sharing observations, insights, and recommendations regarding patient care.
  • Provided skillful behavioral management techniques, & medical tx's for patients experiencing medical conditions & emotional distress or exhibiting challenging behaviors.
  • Maintained confidentiality according to HIPAA regulations while communicating pertinent information to appropriate team members.
  • Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate and individualized care to those with mental health disorders.
  • Conducted thorough intake assessments to determine appropriate level of care for incoming patients.
  • Promoted a safe and inclusive therapeutic environment by fostering open communication among staff and patients alike.
  • Educated family members on the nature of mental illnesses and provided resources for additional support services as needed.
  • Developed therapeutic relationships with patients to promote trust, engagement in treatment, and overall mental health stability.
  • Continuously updated clinical knowledge and skills through attendance at workshops, conferences, and professional development opportunities.
  • Implemented behavior modification plans designed by psychologists or psychiatrists to decrease maladaptive behaviors in patients while increasing adaptive ones.
  • Maintained accurate and detailed documentation of patient progress, treatments, and interventions to support continuity of care.

Education

Graduate Certificate - Psychology

San Bernardino Valley College
San Bernardino, CA
06.1993

Skills

  • Psychiatric assessment
  • Suicide risk assessment
  • Clinical documentation
  • Self-harm prevention
  • Developmental disabilities care
  • Vital signs documentation
  • Direct patient care
  • Mental health support
  • Incident reporting
  • Treatment management
  • Suicide prevention
  • De-escalation techniques
  • Mobility assistance
  • Behavior monitoring
  • Patient assessment
  • Emergency response
  • Family education
  • Nursing interventions
  • Care team collaboration
  • Nursing intervention adjustment
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Reliability
  • Excellent communication
  • Critical thinking
  • Detail-orientated
  • Medication administration
  • Medical terminology
  • Health promotion

Timeline

LVN

Primerose Home Healthcare
08.2023 - Current

Licensed Psychiatric Technician

Patton State Hospital (State of Ca for 20 Yrs.)
04.2016 - 10.2022

Licensed Psychiatric Technician

Lanterman Developmental Center (State of Ca)
06.2001 - 01.2016

Graduate Certificate - Psychology

San Bernardino Valley College
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