Rose Reid
Kingston,Jamaica
Summary
Compassionate Mental Health Tech with an understanding of empathy and proactive care. Over twenty years of experience in the health care field. Proficient in implementing specialized programs for individuals with intellectual, mental, emotional and developmental disabilities. Caring and well-organized with outstanding interpersonal, communication and social skills.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Practical Nurse, Private Care
Shirwood Pines Nursing Home
Saint Andrew , Jamaica
2019.01 - Current
- Provided direct patient care and monitored vital signs, including blood pressure, temperature, respiration rate and pulse.
- Assisted in the development of individualized plan of care for each patient according to physician orders and nursing standards.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by a physician or other authorized healthcare provider.
- Observed patients' conditions, reported changes to physicians or nurses and took corrective action when necessary.
- Performed physical assessments such as wound dressings, catheter insertion and removal, enemas and colostomy irrigation.
Mental Health Technician
Bellevue Hospital
Kingston , Jamaica
2024.05 - 2024.06
- Participated in weekly multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress and plan further interventions.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals such as social workers, psychiatrists, counselors and nurses to coordinate quality care for each client.
- Created activities that promoted physical wellness, emotional stability, cognitive functioning, independent living skills and social interaction among patients.
- Ensured safety of all clients through continuous observation and monitoring during shift hours.
- Maintained accurate records regarding treatments provided, medication administration and patient progress notes.
- Monitored vital signs, including pulse, respiration and temperature, of psychiatric patients.
- Observed and documented changes in patient behavior and reported any significant changes to the clinical team.
Practical Nurse, Private Care
Moravian Golden Age Home
Saint Andrew , Jamaica
2001.09 - 2019.01
- Provided direct patient care and monitored vital signs, including blood pressure, temperature, respiration rate and pulse.
- Assisted in the development of individualized plan of care for each patient according to physician orders and nursing standards.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by a physician or other authorized healthcare provider.
- Observed patients' conditions, reported changes to physicians or nurses and took corrective action when necessary.
- Performed physical assessments such as wound dressings, catheter insertion and removal, enemas and colostomy irrigation.
- Assisted with intake evaluations to assess physical condition of new patients.
Education
Diploma- Mental Health Technician - Mental Heath
ANI Learning Academy
Kingston, Jamaica 2024-05
Diploma - Practical Nursing
Wilmot School of Nursing
Kingston, Jamaica1998-12
High School Diploma -
Haile Selassie High School
Kingston, Jamaica1981-06
Skills
- Feeding Tube Management
- Seizure Management
- Palliative Care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Chronic Disease Management
- Pediatric Care
- Catheter Care
- Geriatric Care
- Behavioral support
- Family Support
Timeline
Mental Health Technician
Bellevue Hospital
2024.05 - 2024.06
Practical Nurse, Private Care
Shirwood Pines Nursing Home
2019.01 - Current
Practical Nurse, Private Care
Moravian Golden Age Home
2001.09 - 2019.01
Diploma- Mental Health Technician - Mental Heath
ANI Learning Academy
Diploma - Practical Nursing
Wilmot School of Nursing
High School Diploma -
Haile Selassie High School
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