Ken'Jae Washington
Hammond
Summary
Dedicated MHDD at Larned State Hospital, adept in employing de-escalation techniques and ensuring patient safety. Demonstrates exceptional teamwork, problem-solving skills, and a positive attitude. Proven track record in enhancing patient well-being and supporting mental health treatment plans. Committed to promoting independence and dignity in patient care.
Outgoing and compassionate with strong passion for mental health support and patient care. Possesses foundational knowledge in psychology and therapeutic techniques, coupled with skills in patient observation and record-keeping. Committed to making positive impact on patient well-being through dedicated and empathetic care.
Experienced with therapeutic support and patient care in mental health settings. Utilizes crisis intervention techniques to effectively manage patient needs. Knowledge of therapeutic communication ensures supportive and empathetic approach to mental health care.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
MHDD
Larned State Hospital
04.2024 - 09.2024
- Care for elderly residents in and around the unit.
- Ensure that residents and their personal space are clean, neat and organized
- Monitor the unit making sure that everyone is safe at all times.
- Assist residents with their mental treatment plan given to them by their therapist.
- Helped patients with meals, activities of daily living (ADLs) and facility transfers to promote security and patient well-being.
- Taking Vitals
- Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being.
- Operated electronic health records system to update patient information accurately.
- Provided crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques for patients experiencing emotional distress or exhibiting aggressive behaviors.
- Monitored vital signs and reported significant changes to nursing staff.
- Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.
- Employed infection control protocols to maintain sterile environment.
- Assisted in the development of individualized treatment plans to address specific patient needs and promote recovery.
- Assisted individuals with daily living activities such as grooming, meal preparation, or mobility when necessary.
- 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.
- Observed patient behaviors and mental status and notified RN of unusual or potentially dangerous occurrences.
CNA
Precious Hands LLC.
01.2023 - 03.2024
- Monitored vital signs and reported significant changes to nursing staff.
- Communicated effectively with healthcare team to coordinate patient care plans.
- Employed infection control protocols to maintain sterile environment.
- Operated electronic health records system to update patient information accurately.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
Education
Licensure - Cosmetology
Compass Career College
Hammond, LA12-2017
High School Diploma -
Hammond High Magnet School
Hammond, LA05-2014
Skills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Multitasking
- Dependable and responsible
- Attention to detail
- De-escalation techniques
- Behavior observation
- CPI
- Stress reduction techniques
- Suicide prevention
- Behavior management
- Patient safety management
Certification
- First Aid Certification
- CPI Certified
Timeline
MHDD
Larned State Hospital
04.2024 - 09.2024
CNA
Precious Hands LLC.
01.2023 - 03.2024
Licensure - Cosmetology
Compass Career College
High School Diploma -
Hammond High Magnet School
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