Staci Petralia
Mental Health Care Worker
Franklin,NH
Summary
As a Mental Health Worker I am compassionate with strong dedication to helping individuals in need of mental health support. Skilled in providing patient-centered care and evidence-based interventions. I Possess deep understanding of mental health and behavioral sciences with an ability to utilize knowledge to assist individuals in managing mental health challenges. I am also a respectful Mental Health Worker with a proven track record of helping clients improve mental health and well-being through evidence-based therapeutic approaches. Skilled in selecting and utilizing appropriate treatment modalities and interventions to meet needs of individuals. I am passionate about helping people manage mental health and improve quality of life. Observant with individuals with excellent interpersonal and communication skills and building meaningful relationships with clients and families. Experienced in working with clients from diverse culture's and religious backgrounds. I will offer crisis intervention to help individuals navigate through traumatic experiences. I am an organized and a dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. I have a willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mental Health Worker
New Hampshire Hospital
2020.07 - Current
- Provided clients with recommendations to community resources.
- Evaluated patients based on mental and physical parameters discovered through interviews and standardized assessments.
- Documented client progress in confidential files.
- Monitored client progress and provided feedback to families and treatment team members.
- Implemented crisis intervention plans to support client safety.
- Developed and implemented activities to help clients develop social and independent living skills.
- Educated clients and families about mental health issues, treatments and resources.
- Observed and monitored client behavior and responses to treatment.
- Attended trainings to participate in regular supervision and continued education to maintain professional competence and ethical standards.
- Consulted with other staff members regarding treatment plans as deemed appropriate by team leader.
- Documented clients' progress to keep detailed notes on each client's treatment progress and changes in mental health status.
- Assessed mental health needs to determine nature and extent of clients' emotional, behavioral or mental health issues.
- Worked collaboratively with other mental health professionals to provide consistent care and minimize diversion.
Licensed Nursing Assistant
Catholic Medical Center
2017.03 - 2020.07
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Supported needs of 10+ residents under short/long-term care.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease, and Mental Health disease.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Delivered high-quality care to 10 patients in hospital facility.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
Licensed Nursing Assistant
Merrimack County Nursing Home
2016.10 - 2017.02
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Supported needs of 8+ residents under long-term care.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
Licensed Nursing Assistant
Harris Hill Nursing Facility
2013.01 - 2016.10
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Supported needs of 8+ residents under long-term care.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
Education
High School Diploma -
Concord High School
Concord, NH06.1990
Skills
- Discharge Planning
- ADLs Assistance
- Safety and Risk Assessments
- Tracking Client Progress
- Case Documentation
- Mental Health Support
- Patient Evaluation
- Constructive Feedback
- Emotional Support
- Behavioral Health Electronic Health Records
- Supporting Daily Living Needs
- Confidential Records Management
- Conflict De-Escalation
- HIPAA Requirements
- Patient Support
- Maintain Records
Accomplishments
- Achieved my BLS by completing the course with accuracy and efficiency.
Certification
- Nonviolent crisis intervention Training with advanced physical skills- 11/30/2023
- Initial training on addiction and recovery
- Families and Addition
Timeline
Mental Health Worker
New Hampshire Hospital
2020.07 - Current
Licensed Nursing Assistant
Catholic Medical Center
2017.03 - 2020.07
Licensed Nursing Assistant
Merrimack County Nursing Home
2016.10 - 2017.02
Licensed Nursing Assistant
Harris Hill Nursing Facility
2013.01 - 2016.10
High School Diploma -
Concord High School
- Nonviolent crisis intervention Training with advanced physical skills- 11/30/2023
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