Ta'Niya White
Tuscaloosa,AL
Summary
Compassionate Mental Health Technician with expertise in de-escalation techniques and behavior observation at Taylor Hardin Secure Mental Facility. Proven ability to enhance patient well-being through effective crisis intervention and stress reduction strategies. Committed to fostering a safe environment and improving patient cooperation, ensuring high-quality care and support.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Mental Health Technician
Taylor Hardin Secure Mental Facility
10.2024 - Current
- 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.
- Observed patient behaviors and mental status and notified RN of unusual or potentially dangerous occurrences.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Glen Haven Health and Rehabilitation
01.2024 - 09.2024
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Cashier
Taco Casa - Tuscaloosa
05.2021 - 05.2022
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
Cashier
Chic-Fil-A
08.2020 - 06.2021
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
- Resolved customer complaints professionally, leading to improved customer relations and loyalty.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hillcrest High School
300 Patriot Pw, Tuscaloosa, AL 3540505-2022
Skills
- De-escalation techniques
- Behavior observation
- Stress reduction techniques
- Progress monitoring
Timeline
Mental Health Technician
Taylor Hardin Secure Mental Facility
10.2024 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Glen Haven Health and Rehabilitation
01.2024 - 09.2024
Cashier
Taco Casa - Tuscaloosa
05.2021 - 05.2022
Cashier
Chic-Fil-A
08.2020 - 06.2021
High School Diploma -
Hillcrest High School
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