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Shawna Huggard

Atascadero CA,CA

Summary

Qualified Psychiatric Technician with Fourteen 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 patients and collaborate with family members. Expert in maintaining an upbeat attitude and achieving peak performance.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Psychiatric Technician

Atascadero State Hospital
Atascadero, CA
09.2010 - 06.2023
  • Assisted psychiatrists in assessing patient behavior and provided feedback to the treatment team.
  • Conducted group therapy sessions with clients and facilitated activities to improve socialization skills.
  • Delivered comprehensive direct patient care, vigilantly monitoring patients' physical, mental, and emotional status.
  • Administered medications as prescribed by physicians and monitored patient reactions to treatments. I was assigned to several med rooms where I transcribed orders and administered all types of medications, from IM to PO meds.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient progress, including daily notes on individuals' moods, activities, and interactions with others.
  • Developed therapeutic relationships with clients while providing a safe environment for them to express themselves openly.
  • Performed crisis intervention services when needed, including evaluating potential risks posed by clients' behaviors or actions.
  • Ensured that all safety protocols were followed at all times while caring for patients in a residential setting.

Education

Associate of Arts - Psychiatric Technician

Cuesta College
San Luis Obispo, CA
05-2011

Skills

  • Behavior monitoring
  • Treatment management
  • Emergency Response
  • De-Escalation Techniques
  • Multidisciplinary Collaboration
  • Clinical Documentation
  • Mental Health Support
  • Patient Assessment
  • Suicide Prevention
  • Incident Reporting
  • Vital Signs Documentation
  • Patient Rapport
  • Behavioral Management

Affiliations

  • Advocate for Freedom Calling organization to combat human trafficking on The Central Coast
  • Volunteer at Woods Humane North County Surgical Center
  • Volunteer at Loaves and Fishes.
  • I enjoy hiking, camping, and boating with my husband and dogs.

Certification

  • Licensed Psychiatric Technician BVNPT35555

Timeline

Psychiatric Technician

Atascadero State Hospital
09.2010 - 06.2023

Associate of Arts - Psychiatric Technician

Cuesta College
  • Licensed Psychiatric Technician BVNPT35555
Shawna Huggard