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Omotayo Sofolahan

Houston,TX

Summary

At Optimum Health Care, I leveraged my expertise in de-escalation techniques and empathy development to enhance patient well-being and safety. Demonstrated success in crisis intervention and behavior management, significantly improving patient cooperation and support. Skilled in nursing assistance and patient confidentiality, I uphold the highest standards of care.

Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Mental Health Technician

Optimum Health Care
2022.04 - 2024.07
  • 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.
  • Identified behaviors that necessitated intervention and obtained assistance from qualified personnel to complete intervention.
  • Maintained detailed records of patient interactions, ensuring accurate documentation for future reference.
  • Monitored patients'' progress, documenting changes in behavior and updating treatment plans accordingly.
  • Provided emotional support to patients, helping them cope with mental health challenges.
  • Educated families on mental health conditions, empowering them with knowledge to support their loved ones.
  • Took patient blood pressure and pulse rate, reporting findings in health charts.
  • Supported patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
  • Monitored patient behavior and immediately reported changes to supervising physician.
  • Treated clients and families with respect and dignity.

Education

Associate of Arts -

The Polytechnic Ibadan
Oyo State Nigeria
10.2010

Skills

  • De-Escalation Techniques
  • Stress reduction techniques
  • Behavior Management
  • Suicide Prevention
  • Patient Safety Management
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Substance abuse awareness
  • Progress Monitoring
  • Bipolar Disorder Knowledge
  • Empathy Development
  • Nursing Assistance
  • Reliable

Timeline

Mental Health Technician

Optimum Health Care
2022.04 - 2024.07

Associate of Arts -

The Polytechnic Ibadan
Omotayo Sofolahan