CHELSEA THORNLEY
314 E. 1700 S. Salt Lake City, UT 84115
801-842-8801
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PROFILE
A dedicated professional with 4+ years combined experience as a behavioral health
associate and shift leader in treatment facilities. Current certification in CPR & First Aid,
with extensive training in Crisis Prevention Intervention and verbal de-escalation.
Specialize in facilitating groups and resolving conflict among patients. Now seeking to
contribute my passion, skills, and experience at the University Neuropsychiatric Institute.
EXPER IENCE
C L IE N T R E LAT IO N S, JO U RN EY HE AL I N G CE NT E R,
S ALT L A KE CI TY, U T 2014- P RE SE N T
Responsibilities include:
Completing admission paperwork and safety searches.
Transporting and monitoring clients throughout their rehabilitation.
Taking vitals, urine samples, COWS, and CIWA assessments.
Assisting physicians in medical and psychiatric rounds.
Overseeing the self-administration of medications.
M E N TA L H E ALT H A S S OCI AT E , CO PPE R H I L L S YO U TH CE NTE R,
W E ST JO RDAN , UT 2013- 2 0 1 4
Responsibilities include:
Maintaining a safe and therapeutic unit for residents and staff.
Facilitating recreational groups daily.
Responding to crisis codes and intervening appropriately.
Exhibiting healthy boundaries as a model for youth residents.
radiology registrar, logan regional hospital,
R AD IO LO GY R EG ISTRAR , LO GAN RE GI O NA L HO SPI TAL ,
LO GAN , U T - 2012- 2013
Responsibilities include:
Registering patients for upcoming imaging and procedures.
Informing patients of any preparation needed for exams.
Harness the ability to assist people of many diverse demographics.
Ability to problem-solve and multi-task in a stressful environment.
CA R E C ENT ER S P E C I AL I ST, SA LT L AK E BE HAVI O RA L H E ALT H ,
S ALT L AK E CI TY, UT - 2 0 1 1- 2 0 1 2
Responsibilities include:
Directing admission counselors, crisis workers, and patients throughout the intake process.
Coordinating the transfer of patients from emergency rooms and nursing facilities.
Updating physicians on patient assignments for psychiatric and medical evaluations.
Creating charts, patient accounts, and answering crisis calls.
Verifying insurance benefits and completing prior-authorizations for treatment.
EDUCATI ON
S ALT L AK E COM MU N ITY CO L L E GE , SLC, U T DE GRE E I N PRO GR ESS
S KY L IN E H I G H S C H OO L , SLC, U T - H I GH SCHO O L D IPLO M A
SK ILLS
Extensive training and practice in Crisis Prevention Intervention and verbal de-escalation.
Current certification in Basic Life Support, CPR, and First Aid.
Understanding of medical terminology, psychiatric disorders, and substance abuse.
Proficient in various computer software including Microsoft Office, iWork, Bluestep,
Webcollect, Help and Help2.
Professional, ethical, and understanding attitude.
Scrupulous attention to detail in documentation and observation.
REFER ENCE S
Michael Desjardins, APRN - 801-518-9203
Kaylum Paletta, SUDC - 435-650-0027
Tracey Boyle, LPC - 803-404-0046