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SARAH BRUCE

Summary

Behavioral health–focused healthcare professional with over five years of experience supporting patients in psychiatric, behavioral, and acute emergency settings. Experienced in crisis intervention, de-escalation, behavioral observation, and maintaining a safe therapeutic environment. Calm under pressure, reliable, and immediately ready to contribute to a psychiatric float team.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Emergency Department Technician (Acute Care / Patient Care Technician)

Long Beach Memorial Medical Center
10.2023 - 11.2025
  • Supported registered nurses and physicians in a fast-paced, high-acuity emergency department
  • Assisted in the care of patients experiencing psychiatric crises, agitation, anxiety, and altered mental status
  • Applied de-escalation techniques and therapeutic communication to promote patient and staff safety
  • Monitored and documented vital signs, blood glucose levels, and behavioral observations in the EHR
  • Maintained strict adherence to HIPAA, patient safety, and infection control standards

Behavior Technician

Learning Arts
09.2019 - 09.2023
  • Provided one-on-one behavioral support to individuals with developmental and behavioral disorders
  • Implemented behavior intervention plans (BIPs) under clinical supervision
  • Utilized de-escalation, redirection, and positive reinforcement to manage challenging behaviors safely
  • Documented behavioral data, patient progress, and incident reports accurately
  • Maintained a structured, therapeutic environment promoting emotional regulation and independence

Education

Associate Degree - Nursing (ADN)

American Career College
Los Angeles, CA

Skills

  • Therapeutic Communication
  • Crisis Intervention & De-escalation
  • Behavioral Observation & Documentation
  • Psychiatric Emergency Support
  • Patient Safety & Milieu Management
  • Vital Signs Monitoring
  • Electronic Health Record (EHR) Documentation
  • HIPAA & Infection Control
  • Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration

Certification

  • Basic Life Support (BLS) – American Heart Association
  • HIPAA & OSHA Compliance Training

Timeline

Emergency Department Technician (Acute Care / Patient Care Technician)

Long Beach Memorial Medical Center
10.2023 - 11.2025

Behavior Technician

Learning Arts
09.2019 - 09.2023

Associate Degree - Nursing (ADN)

American Career College