Gabriela Parra

Riverside Post Acute Center

Riverside, CA

09.2009 - Current

Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs and preparing assistive devices.
Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals.
Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments.
Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs.
Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.
Complied with all company-specific guidelines and performed hands-on nursing care to patients under RN supervision.
Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene helping patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations.
Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.