Vanessa Jimenez
Lemon Grove,CA
Summary
Level-headed professional with comprehensive experience providing general behavioral and psychiatric nursing care to mentally or developmentally disabled patients across a variety of correctional health care settings. Qualifications Summary History of success in communication and medical care procedures / protocols to improve patient’s quality of living. Effective communicator with strong analytical, facilitation, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. Demonstrated excellence in maintaining patient medical records and monitoring mental illness of underserved populations. Skilled in communicating with supervisors and patients’ teams regarding health concerns and ensuring an optimal flow of communication between medical/paramedical professionals and families. Licensed Psychiatric Technician possessing deep tenacity to monitor patients' physical and emotional well-being and educate clients on substance use and life choices.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Psychiatric Technician
CDCR
06.2015 - Current
- Administer medications, PPD, and IM injections according to set protocols
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Coordinate day-to-day tasks in compliance with applicable standards, policies, and regulatory guidelines
- Supervise and treat patients receiving treatment of mental illness and developmental disabilities
- Manage patient behavior and maintain daily records for each patient in inpatient areas
- Monitor various vital signs, including heartbeat, breathing rate, temperature, and blood pressure to measure physiological functioning of a living organism
- Utilize critical thinking to break down problems and facilitate decision-making
- Built and sustained strong courteous and effective working relationships to improve healthcare outcomes
- Implemented treatment plans for patients in close coordination with medical and paramedical professionals.
Psychiatric Technician
UNI Healthcare Recruiters
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Treated clients and families by modeling professional style with respect and dignity
- Performed flexible hours during night, weekend, and holiday shifts
- Facilitated and delivered counseling to 14 patients on regular basis
- (Dear Vanessa, could you please share more information related to this job role in 2-3 more statements?)
- Advised and mentored clients on substance use and life choices.
Psychiatric Technician Trainee
State Hospitals, Atascadero
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm, while working across fast-paced environments
- Navigated challenging situations with ease
- Offered friendly and efficient service to customers
- (Please share 1-2 more responsibilities of this job role) (Are there any achievements, contributions, or projects that you would like to highlight here?)
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of California San Diego
Master of Arts - Clinical Counseling
Point Loma Nazarene University
San Diego, CA08.2024
No Degree - Psychiatric Technician
Cuesta College
San Luis Obispo, CA01.2014
Skills
- Primary Patient Care & Support
- Strategic Planning & Execution
- Disease Control & Prevention
- Effective Communication
- Medication Administration
- Patient Assessment
- Health & Safety Protocols
- Patient & Family Relations
- Education & Training
- Unusual Behavior Reporting
- Behavior Observation
- Mental Health Care
- Medication Side Effect Knowledge
Affiliations
CAPT-California Association of Psychiatric Technicians
Timeline
Psychiatric Technician
CDCR
06.2015 - Current
Psychiatric Technician
UNI Healthcare Recruiters
01.2014 - 01.2015
Psychiatric Technician Trainee
State Hospitals, Atascadero
01.2013 - 01.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of California San Diego
Master of Arts - Clinical Counseling
Point Loma Nazarene University
No Degree - Psychiatric Technician
Cuesta College
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