Trina Evans
Certified Nurse Assistant
San Diego,CA
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Mental Health Aide with over 10 years of experience supporting individuals facing acute and chronic mental health challenges in psychiatric hospitals and community-based settings. Expertise in patient observation, crisis intervention, and de-escalation techniques ensures the maintenance of a safe and therapeutic environment. Recognized for calm professionalism and meticulous documentation while consistently delivering patient-centered care in high-acuity mental health units. Committed to fostering positive outcomes through collaborative teamwork and empathetic support.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mental Health Caregiver
Blessings Beyond Care
San Diego, CA
05.2016 - Current
- Delivered compassionate in-home support to clients with mental health, cognitive, and behavioral health needs.
- Assisted clients with daily routines, coping strategies, and emotional regulation to promote stability and independence.
- Monitored mental, emotional, and physical status, documenting observations and reporting changes to supervisors.
- Supported mobility, personal care, exercise routines, and daily living activities.
- Maintained a calm, respectful presence to build trust and ensure client safety.
Mental Health Aide / Certified Nursing Assistant (Per Diem)
San Diego County Psychiatric Hospital
San Diego, CA
03.2022 - 09.2025
- Provided direct care and supervision to patients with severe mental health conditions in an acute psychiatric setting.
- Maintained a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment in accordance with hospital and state regulations.
- Conducted continuous patient observation, safety checks, and routine rounds to monitor behavior, mood, and location.
- Assisted during psychiatric emergencies, Code Green incidents, and behavioral interventions using approved de-escalation techniques.
- Supported patients with activities of daily living (ADLs), including hygiene, mobility, nutrition, and personal care.
- Accurately documented patient behavior, incidents, and changes in condition, reporting concerns promptly to nursing and clinical staff.
- Collaborated with nurses, clinicians, and treatment teams to support individualized care plans and treatment goals.
Skills
- Respectful and compassionate
- Time management
- Elderly care
- Problem-solving
Certification
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Certificate #01198864 — International Health Group
- Restorative Nursing Assistant (RNA) International Health Group
- Basic Life Support (BLS) American Heart Association
Timeline
Mental Health Aide / Certified Nursing Assistant (Per Diem)
San Diego County Psychiatric Hospital
03.2022 - 09.2025
Mental Health Caregiver
Blessings Beyond Care
05.2016 - Current