Carlese Harris adayl5@r.postjobfree.com

*** **** ***** ***** ******, TX 75114

682-***-****

Summary of Qualifications

Results-oriented professional with 5+ years of solid and progressive analytical skills and experience in the health care industry. Known for use of an empowering, participative, and supportive style that is a tailored approach across multiple stakeholders from different health care perspectives – leveraging experience in working with a group of mental health professionals. Proven ability in implementing and enhancing operational procedures to ensure maximum efficiency, productivity, and patient flow. Excellent communication, listening, and interpersonal skills with the ability to meet the health care needs of patients – especially in stressful situations. Proven ability to rapidly understand and respond to pertinent health care issues and needs in a timely manner.

Professional Experience

Montevista Hospital Las Vegas, NV

Mental Health Technician 2019

●Gained and maintained knowledge of health and medical issues for all assigned individuals supported

●Maintained an environment that was safe, healthy,peaceful. Assisted individual support with groups.

●Effeciently taught appropriate skills and therapy plans

North Vista Hospital Las Vegas, NV

Mental Health Technician 2017 – 2018

●Gained and maintained knowledge of health and medical issues for all assigned individuals supported.

●Maintained an environment that was healthy, safe, peaceful, and comfortable. Assisted individual support with health care visits, medications, and therapy plans. Implemented individual support plans as written.

●Efficiently taught appropriate skills and involved individuals supported in meaningful and valued activities.

●Provided assistance and supported individuals in activities of daily living. Assisted in developing and following a person-centered schedule. Advocated and respected the rights of individuals supported.

●Reported all instances of abuse, neglect, mistreatment, and exploitation immediately to the appropriate supervisor. Maintained confidentiality of records according to HIPAA, State,/Federal laws, and guidelines.

●Obtained vital signs on all patients on nursing unit. Supported individuals with challenging behavior.

Chrysalis North Las Vegas, NV

Direct Support Staff 2017 – 2018

●Experienced in continuously providing support with health care visits, medications, and therapy plans.

●Assisted individual support in developing and following a person-centered schedule. Reported all instances of abuse, neglect, mistreatment, and exploitation immediately to the appropriate supervisor

IRIS Home Health Care Milwaukee, WI

Lead Patient Care Worker 2013 – 2016

●Assigned to the training of newly hired employees. Transported client to all appointments and outings.

●Completed refills and passed medication to clients. Paid client bills in a timely manner. Provided assistance in activities of daily living, including: bathing, toileting, and other self-help skills.

●Consistently adhered to budget from T19 payer. Completed medical forms on behalf of patients.

HOPE Disabilities Advocates Milwaukee, WI

Advocate – Social Security Disability 2010 – 2013

●Certified from Austin Community College – Social Security Advocate. Gained a firm understanding in Social Security definitions of Disability. Completed Appeals and Reconsiderations in a timely fashion.

●Extensively utilized medical terminology in efficiently analyzing ICD 9/10 diagnosis and CPT codes.

●Reviewed medical records and test results, and served as an Advocate for those clients needing services.

●Interviewed clients with intake summary, processed all disability forms, and completed medical abstracts.

Certifications

Registered Behavior Technician Certificate in Peer Specialist

Certified Medication Technician from the State of Nevada Certified in BLS/CPR

National Certified Anger Management Trainer Certified Social Security Advocate

Certified Medication Technician Certificate of Life Coaching

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