Terry Fields Jr
Richmond,TX
Summary
A proven Mental Health Technician with a track record of enhancing patient well-being at West Oaks Hospital through expert care and effective behavior management. Skilled in clinical documentation and critical thinking, Excelling in creating safe, therapeutic environments and fostering patient cooperation. Nationally certified, delivering exceptional patient support in community-based treatment facility and contributed to many patients' status improvements. Possessing a compassionate nature while enabling positive outcomes in challenging environment.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Mental Health Technician
West Oaks Hospital
09.2019 - Current
- Engaged with colleagues in treatment team meetings to promote positive patient treatment outcomes.
- 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.
- Observed patient behaviors and mental status and notified RN of unusual or potentially dangerous occurrences.
- Escorted patients from unit to meals, activities, and visitation areas to maintain standard of safety and security.
- Assisted with patient restraint and seclusion scenarios to create safe environment for patient and medical personnel.
- Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.
- Supported patients needing medical care to relieve patient anxiety and promote positive outcomes.
Lead Mental Health Technician
Devereux Advanced Behavioural Health
01.2018 - 09.2019
- Documented patient progress accurately, maintaining confidentiality while adhering to HIPAA regulations and facility guidelines.
- Supported family members in understanding their loved one''s mental health condition through clear explanations of diagnoses, treatment options, and available resources.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in the field of mental health care.
- Enhanced patient care by implementing individualized treatment plans and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.
- Coordinated with healthcare providers to ensure timely delivery of medications, treatments, and other necessary services for patient care.
- Ensured continuity of care for patients transitioning between levels of service by coordinating with external organizations on referrals and resources.
- Maintained a safe and therapeutic environment for patients by conducting regular safety checks and adhering to established protocols.
- 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.
- Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.
Education
No Degree - Nursing
Grambling State University
Grambling, LA01.2017
Skills
- Clinical Documentation
- Medication Administration
- Behavior Management
- Patient Safety Management
- Coordinating Care
- Critical Thinking
- Needs Assessment
- Nationally Certified Psychiatric Technician
- BLS Certified
- Instructor Certified (Handle With Care)
- Problem-solving abilities
- Heartsaver CPR AED (CPR AED)
Additional Information
References available upon request
Timeline
Mental Health Technician
West Oaks Hospital
09.2019 - Current
Lead Mental Health Technician
Devereux Advanced Behavioural Health
01.2018 - 09.2019
No Degree - Nursing
Grambling State University
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