Troy Hubbard
Wilton Manors
Summary
Passionate about supporting patients in acute environments dealing with mental health concerns such as homelessness and different psychiatric disorders . Offer expert support for emotional, physical and mental needs. Caring, vigilant and devoted to patients. Bringing top-notch multitasking, organizational and conflict management skills.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Mental Health Technician
Broward Health Imperial Point
05.2023 - Current
- Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being.
- Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.
- Assisted with patient restraint and seclusion scenarios to create safe environment for patient and medical personnel.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients to create safe and supportive environment.
- Observed patient behaviors and mental status and notified RN of unusual or potentially dangerous occurrences.
- Helped patients with meals, activities of daily living (ADLs) and facility transfers to promote security and patient well-being.
Mental Health Worker
Pacifica Behavior, Health, Urgent Care Center
09.2022 - 04.2023
- Helped patients with meals, activities of daily living (ADLs) and facility transfers to promote security and patient well-being.
- Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being.
- Engaged with colleagues in treatment team meetings to promote positive patient treatment outcomes.
- Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.
- Assisted with patient restraint and seclusion scenarios to create safe environment for patient and medical personnel.
- Observed patient behaviors and mental status and notified RN of unusual or potentially dangerous occurrences.
- Documented client progress in confidential files.
- Observed and monitored client behavior and responses to treatment.
- Worked collaboratively with other mental health professionals to provide consistent care and minimize diversion.
- Took patient blood pressure and pulse rate, reporting findings in health charts.
- Implemented crisis intervention plans to support client safety.
Nursing Assistant
Olive View UCLA Medical Center
10.2010 - 09.2022
- Promoted health and wellness in psychiatric patients by providing caring emotional support and encouragement.
- Consulted with different healthcare disciplines to offer important mental health support to my patients.
- Worked with all patients to provide emotional support and closely monitor potentially dangerous changes to behavior.
- Minimized injuries to staff or patients by offering important support or restraint to control patient movements.
- Updated patient files with current information about vitals, behaviors and other data relevant to support treatment planning.
- Assisted patients with adjusting to hospital procedures and helped each thrive in highly structured settings.
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing
- Documented all care actions by completing records and logs in medical software system
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and O2 stat
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment
- Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage
- Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor
- Employed mobility devices and equipment to lift patients from chairs to beds, following all safety procedures to avoid injuries
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery
- Educated clients and families on mental health, wellness and recovery topics
- Provided crisis counseling and intervention services to clients in emergency situations
- Documented progress in treatment plans, educational, and recreational activities and maintained updated case records
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations
- Assisted with patient restraint and seclusion scenarios to create safe environment for patient and medical personnel.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients to create safe and supportive environment.
- Observed patient behaviors and mental status and notified RN of unusual or potentially dangerous occurrences.
- Helped patients with meals, activities of daily living (ADLs) and facility transfers to promote security and patient well-being.
- Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being.
- Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.
Certified Nurses Aide
Continuity Care Home Nurses
04.2010 - 10.2010
- Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals.
- Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs and preparing assistive devices.
- Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding my patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and to stay on top of symptoms and keep nursing staff informed of changes.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Certified Nurses Aide
Asap Home Health
03.2009 - 04.2010
- Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals.
- Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs and preparing assistive devices.
- Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with bathing and teeth brushing.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Arizona State University, Global Campus
Tempe, AZ2023
Associate of Science - Sociology
Los Angeles Mission College
Sylmar, CA12.2022
Associate of Arts - Communication Studies
Los Angeles Mission College
Sylmar, CA12.2022
Associate of Science - Health Sciences
Los Angeles Mission College
Sylmar, CA06.2022
Associate of Arts - General Studies: Natural Sciences
Los Angeles Mission College
Sylmar, CA06.2022
Associate of Arts - General Studies: Social And Behavioral Sciences
Los Angeles Mission College
Sylmar, CA06.2022
Associate of Science - Psychology
Argosy University Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA12.2016
Certification - Medical Assistant
Antelope Valley Medical College
Lancaster California05.2006
Skills
- Recording vital signs
- Computer literate
- Patient-focused care
- Direct patient care
- Supporting personal needs
- Observing responses
- Outpatient care
- Documenting behaviors
- Data Entry
- Charting and clinical documentation
- Inpatient care
- Observation Documentation
- Emotional and Social Support
- Linen Replacements
- Feeding Assistance
- Output Monitoring and Reporting
- Activities of Daily Living (ADL) Support
- Collecting Specimens
- Positioning Patients
- Patient Care and Safety
- Networking with staff
- Organization and Time Management
- Active Listening
- Written Communication
- Attention to Detail
- Interpersonal Communication
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Crisis Intervention
- Obtaining authorizations
- Patient evaluations
- Behavior Management
- Clinical Documentation
- Patient Safety Management
- Progress Monitoring
- skilled in Performing Accu Checks
Timeline
Mental Health Technician
Broward Health Imperial Point
05.2023 - Current
Mental Health Worker
Pacifica Behavior, Health, Urgent Care Center
09.2022 - 04.2023
Nursing Assistant
Olive View UCLA Medical Center
10.2010 - 09.2022
Certified Nurses Aide
Continuity Care Home Nurses
04.2010 - 10.2010
Certified Nurses Aide
Asap Home Health
03.2009 - 04.2010
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Arizona State University, Global Campus
Associate of Science - Sociology
Los Angeles Mission College
Associate of Arts - Communication Studies
Los Angeles Mission College
Associate of Science - Health Sciences
Los Angeles Mission College
Associate of Arts - General Studies: Natural Sciences
Los Angeles Mission College
Associate of Arts - General Studies: Social And Behavioral Sciences
Los Angeles Mission College
Associate of Science - Psychology
Argosy University Los Angeles
Certification - Medical Assistant
Antelope Valley Medical College
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