Fredisha Banks

Supervising patients, alerting nurses & other healthcare professionals when needed, and providing emotional support to patients

Assignment Location: Inova Loudoun Hospital (floater)

Provide support & education to adults with autism & or other physical challenges/disabilities while networking to community based supports & participating in client treatment plans

• Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
• Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
• Offered patients and families emotional support and instruction in preparing healthy meals, independent living, and adaptation to disability or illness.
• Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
• Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
• Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
• Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.

Helping Autistic adults with daily activities, accompanying them to doctor appointments, cooking & serving meals, performing light housekeeping duties, running errands, and providing companionship at home and within the community.

• Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.
• Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
• Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.
• Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
• Evaluated client progress toward established annual and quarterly goals.