Shawna Jamiel
Tampa
Summary
Experienced Mental Health Technician specializing in crisis intervention and behavioral assessment. Committed to ensuring patient safety through diligent monitoring and documentation practices. Adept at training staff in safety protocols to enhance overall team effectiveness.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Mental Health Technician III
BayCare
Lutz
06.2018 - Current
- Monitored patient behavior and mental health status throughout shifts.
- Provided crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques to help manage patient behavior.
- Ensured safety of all clients through continuous observation and monitoring during shift hours.
- Observed and documented changes in patient behavior and reported any significant changes to the clinical team.
- Monitored vital signs, including blood pressure, pulse, respiration, and temperature, of psychiatric patients.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients and staff.
- Trained new staff on protocols, safety procedures, and patient care techniques.
Mental Health Technician II
BayCare
Lutz
06.2014 - 06.2018
Mental Health Technician I
BayCare
Lutz
05.2012 - 06.2014
EMT-Basic
Medfleet
New Port Richey
06.2010 - 06.2012
- Responded promptly to emergency calls and assessed patient conditions.
- Administered first aid and CPR in high-stress situations.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals during patient transport to hospitals.
- Maintained medical equipment and ensured compliance with safety protocols.
- Documented patient information accurately for medical records and reports.
- Remained level-headed and proactive during emergency situations.
- Operated emergency vehicles with caution to keep patients, public, and first responders safe.
- Assessed emergency situations and prioritized medical care for patients.
- Operated and drove ambulances to transfer patients to hospitals or other healthcare facilities.
- Evaluated patients' medical status and monitored vital signs during transit.
Education
EMT/Fire
Hillsborough Community College
Tampa, FL04-2010
Skills
- Crisis intervention
- Patient monitoring
- Behavioral assessment
- Vital signs monitoring
- Safety protocols
- Training and mentoring
- Documentation practices
- Problem solving
- Anger de-escalation
Certification
EMT 2010-Current
Timeline
Mental Health Technician III
BayCare
06.2018 - Current
Mental Health Technician II
BayCare
06.2014 - 06.2018
Mental Health Technician I
BayCare
05.2012 - 06.2014
EMT-Basic
Medfleet
06.2010 - 06.2012
EMT/Fire
Hillsborough Community College