Taishonda Dixon
Orlando,FL
Summary
Proven Behavioral Health Technician from Central Florida Behavioral Hospital, adept in mental health support and venipuncture, showcases a strong record in conflict de-escalation and patient care. Excelling in crisis intervention and enhancing patient satisfaction, I bring a results-driven approach to healthcare, significantly improving patient outcomes. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Behavioral Health Technician
Central Florida Behavioral Hospital
04.2023 - Current
- Conducted client rounds to check on residents.
- Delivered compassionate care under challenging circumstances, consistently demonstrating resilience and adaptability when faced with unexpected obstacles or setbacks in patient progress.
- Provided crisis intervention services, successfully de-escalating situations and ensuring patient safety.
- Built and maintained positive staff relationships to promote teamwork and better serve clients.
Sales Associate
7-eleven Convenience Store
06.2018 - 08.2023
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
Patient Care Technician
DaVita Dialysis Corporation
09.2021 - 04.2022
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Over 50 sticks/ cannulation a day
Home Health Aide
Private Duty
05.2013 - 05.2018
- Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
- Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
- Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
Education
Certificate of Technical Studies - HHA
Nursing Unlimited
Miami, FL10.2012
High School Diploma -
Hallandale High School
Hallandale Beach, Fl07.2000
Skills
- Conflict de-escalation
- Documentation skills
- De-escalation Strategies
- Mental Health Support
- Dialysis Experience
- Senior and Adolescent Care
- Venipuncture
- Dementia Care
- Hoyer Lift
- Patient Care
Timeline
Behavioral Health Technician
Central Florida Behavioral Hospital
04.2023 - Current
Patient Care Technician
DaVita Dialysis Corporation
09.2021 - 04.2022
Sales Associate
7-eleven Convenience Store
06.2018 - 08.2023
Home Health Aide
Private Duty
05.2013 - 05.2018
Certificate of Technical Studies - HHA
Nursing Unlimited
High School Diploma -
Hallandale High School
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