Sophia Bell
Stone Mountain,GA
Summary
Knowledgeable Mental Health Technician with strong foundation in mental health support and patient care. Demonstrated ability to implement therapeutic techniques and contribute to team-based care plans. Proven skills in crisis intervention and patient communication ensure supportive environment for individuals in need.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Mental Health Technician
Emory Decatur Hospital
Decatur, GA
09.2023 - 09.2024
- 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.
Home Health Aide
Safe Haven
Atlanta, GA
03.2021 - 09.2023
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
Direct Support Professional
JNJ Staffing Agency
Kennesaw, GA
01.2020 - 03.2021
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Monitored medication administration, maintaining accurate records to ensure client safety and compliance with prescribed treatment plans.
CNA
Home Nurse Inc
Griffin, GA
01.2018 - 02.2020
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
CNA
Me And My Nanna LLC
Atlanta, GA
01.2013 - 01.2018
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Education
CNA -
Woodruff Medical Training
Decatur, GASkills
- Recording Vital Signs
- Patient Care
- Light Housekeeping
- Meal Preparation
- Care Plan Management
- Quality Assurance
- Indirect Patient Care
- Direct Patient Care
- Trustworthy Companion
- Patient Management
- Inpatient Care
- Activity Planning
- Feeding Assistance Expert
- Collecting Vital Signs
- Dementia and Alzheimer's Knowledge
- Meal Planning
- De-escalation techniques
- Behavior observation
- Stress reduction techniques
- Suicide prevention
Timeline
Mental Health Technician
Emory Decatur Hospital
09.2023 - 09.2024
Home Health Aide
Safe Haven
03.2021 - 09.2023
Direct Support Professional
JNJ Staffing Agency
01.2020 - 03.2021
CNA
Home Nurse Inc
01.2018 - 02.2020
CNA
Me And My Nanna LLC
01.2013 - 01.2018
CNA -
Woodruff Medical Training