Carla Castillo Daisy
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Dedicated, Knowledgeable Mental health professional with valuable experience in providing and aiding compassionate care and individuals through various mental health challenges. Highly reliable in fostering supportive and collaborative environment, essential for patient recovery . Skilled in crisis intervention, patient advocacy and therapeutic communication,. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, adaptable to changing needs. Known for empathy, reliability, and effective problem-solving. Mental health professional with experience in providing compassionate care and support to individuals. Skilled in crisis intervention, patient advocacy, and therapeutic communication. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, adaptable to changing needs. Known for empathy, reliability, and effective problem-solving.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mental Health Aide
Martin Luther King Community Hospital
03.2022 - Current
- Assisted in developing individualized care plans under guidance of mental health professionals.
- Monitored patient behavior and reported changes to nursing staff for timely intervention.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment, adhering to hospital protocols and safety regulations.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient care strategies and outcomes.
- Documented patient progress meticulously, ensuring accurate records for ongoing treatment evaluations.
- Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate care and support to individuals with mental health challenges.
- Assisted in the development of personalized treatment plans for better patient outcomes and progress tracking.
- Demonstrated cultural sensitivity when engaging with diverse populations fostering a welcoming treatment atmosphere.
- Utilized active listening skills to build rapport with patients, creating an atmosphere of trust and understanding within the clinical setting.
- Educated family members on proper caregiving techniques, contributing to a seamless transition for patients returning home after treatment.
- Contributed to ongoing staff training by sharing best practices in mental health care provision during team meetings or workshops.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care for each patient''s unique needs.
- Supported clients in developing healthy coping mechanisms through guided practice of relaxation techniques and stress management strategies.
- Conducted regular safety checks, proactively addressing potential hazards within the facility.
- Ensured timely communication between healthcare providers regarding client updates and concerns for seamless continuity of care.
- Promoted self-advocacy among clients by encouraging independence in daily living tasks while offering assistance as necessary.
- Helped patients with meals, activities of daily living (ADLs) and facility transfers to promote security and patient well-being.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Practical Nursing
Los Angeles Southwest College
Los Angeles, CAGED -
Abram Friedman Occupational Center
Los Angeles, CA08-2004
CNA To LVN Bridge Program - CNA To LVN Bridge Program
California Preparatory College
Riverside, CA08-2026
Skills
- Case documentation
- Self-care techniques
- Substance abuse awareness
- Mental health support
- Multicultural sensitivity
- Empathy development
- Anger management
- Problem-solving
- Behavior observation
- Compassionate care
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Behavior management
- Patient safety management
- Behavioral management
- Crisis intervention
- Patient advocacy
- De-escalation techniques
- Progress monitoring
- Data confidentiality
- Patient assessment
- Charting and clinical documentation
- Emergency intervention
- Nursing intervention adjustment
- Cognitive assessment
- Patient protection
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Patient care
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Team collaboration
- Active listening
- Effective communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Basic computer skills
- Decision-making
- Substance Abuse Knowledge
- Physical assessment
- Self-defense techniques
- Professional ethics
- Safety procedures
- Patient monitoring
- Patient records documentation
- Patient confidentiality
- Safety management
- Task prioritization
- Team building
- Self motivation
- Medical terminology
- Interpersonal skills
- Conflict resolution
- CPR certified
- Professionalism
- Time management abilities
- Continuous improvement
- Written communication
- Report writing
- Clean rooms
- Cultural sensitivity
- Professional demeanor
Accomplishments
- Achieved [Result] by completing [Task] with accuracy and efficiency.
- Collaborated with team of [Number] in the development of [Project name].
Certification
- [Area of certification], [Company Name] - [Timeframe]
- [Area of certification] Training - [Timeframe]
- Certified [Job Title], [Company Name] - [Timeframe]
- [Area of expertise] License - [Timeframe]
- Licensed [Job Title] - [Timeframe]
Timeline
Mental Health Aide
Martin Luther King Community Hospital
03.2022 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Practical Nursing
Los Angeles Southwest College
GED -
Abram Friedman Occupational Center
CNA To LVN Bridge Program - CNA To LVN Bridge Program
California Preparatory College