Jessica Byram
Avondale,AZ
Summary
Dedicated Behavioral Health Technician with experience at Valleywise Behavioral Health, skilled in crisis management and patient monitoring. Proven ability to ensure safety and compliance while supporting RN staff. Recognized for teamwork and adaptability, effectively managing patient care and documentation in high-pressure environments.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
BHT II
Valleywise Behavioral Health
02.2025 - Current
- Monitor patients to ensure safety and adherence to treatment plans
- Utilize de-escalation techniques to manage behavioral crisis
- Obtain and document patient vital signs
- Complete Q15 observation rounds and monitor patients on special precautions
- Support RN staff with patient care tasks and behavioral monitoring
- Assist in maintaining a safe, therapeutic environment
Admissions Coordinator
Community Bridges
01.2023 - 02.2025
- Initiated and completed petitions for patient evaluations and treatment
- Filed legal petitions with applicable courts in a timely and compliant manner
- Maintained communication with SMI clinics to coordinate ongoing care
- Coordinated patient transportation to appropriate facilities or appointments
- Ensured accurate documentation and adherence to regulatory requirements
BHT/ Admissions & Discharges
Copper Springs
01.2022 - 02.2023
- Monitored patients behaviors and maintained patient safety
- Obtained and recorded vital signs
- Performed skin checks in collaboration with RN staff
- Conducted patient and property searches upon admission
- Completed Q15 monitoring and managed patients on special precautions
- Assisted with admissions and discharges, ensuring proper documentation and patient flow
Education
High School Diploma -
Hutchison Career Center
Fairbanks, AKSkills
- Behavioral de-escalation
- Patient monitoring and safety
- Vital signs & basic clinical support
- Crisis intervention
- Admissions & discharge procedures
- Documenting & reporting
- Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams
- Understanding of SMI processes and petitions
Certification
- CPR
- CPI
- BLS
- Fingerprint clearance card
Timeline
BHT II
Valleywise Behavioral Health
02.2025 - Current
Admissions Coordinator
Community Bridges
01.2023 - 02.2025
BHT/ Admissions & Discharges
Copper Springs
01.2022 - 02.2023
High School Diploma -
Hutchison Career Center