Shelby Sumako
Summary
Mental Health Technician and Student Nurse with extensive experience at Gulfport Behavioral Health System and Merrit Hospital ER, specializing in crisis intervention and patient safety management. Excelled in medication administration and developing supportive patient relationships, demonstrating exceptional patient advocacy and emotional regulation techniques. Achieved notable improvements in patient well-being through effective behavior management and stress reduction strategies.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Mental Health Technician
Gulfport Behavioral Health System
05.2023 - Current
- Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients to create safe and supportive environment.
- Provided crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques for patients experiencing emotional distress or exhibiting aggressive behaviors.
- Delivered compassionate patient care, focusing on safety, comfort and emotional support.
Student Nurse
Merrit Hospital ER Preceptorship
11.2024 - 11.2024
- Total of 84 hours in the emergency department
- Participated in hands-on clinical training under the supervision of experienced nursing professionals to refine practical skills.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring patient safety and wellbeing.
- Monitored patient vital signs, reporting any changes to experienced nursing staff.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Developed strong rapport with patients by actively listening to concerns and addressing individual needs.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
Student Nurse
Memorial Hospital & Singing River Hospital
02.2023 - 10.2024
- Total of +300 hours of clinical experience, throughout two years of nursing school.
- Supported nursing staff by performing routine tasks such as taking vitals, administering medications, and documenting patient information.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Conducted thorough head-to-toe assessments on assigned patients during each shift, identifying any abnormalities that required further attention from healthcare providers.
- Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
- Exhibited flexibility in adapting to changing priorities within fast-paced healthcare settings while maintaining a high level of professionalism.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing -
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College
Perkinston, MS12-2024
High School Diploma -
Harrison Central High School
Gulfport, MS05-2019
Skills
- De-escalation techniques
- Behavior observation
- Stress reduction techniques
- Behavior management
- Patient safety management
- Crisis intervention
- Medication administration
- Treatment Planning
- Clinical documentation
- Patient assessment
- Emotional regulation techniques
- Patient advocacy
Timeline
Student Nurse
Merrit Hospital ER Preceptorship
11.2024 - 11.2024
Mental Health Technician
Gulfport Behavioral Health System
05.2023 - Current
Student Nurse
Memorial Hospital & Singing River Hospital
02.2023 - 10.2024
Associate Degree in Nursing -
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College
High School Diploma -
Harrison Central High School
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