Kiara Rasmussen

*TRAVEL ASSIGNMENT WITH ARMY NATIONAL GUARD FOR STATE HEALTHCARE WORKER SHORTAGE*

WMHI serves children and adults court-ordered, as well as voluntary into inpatient psychiatric assessment treatment through county-based emergency detention and commitment proceedings. These individuals are referred to as civil patients. WMHI also serves individuals court-ordered for mental health competency evaluations, treatment to competency services, and found not guilty of criminal activity by reason of mental illness. These individuals are referred to as forensic patients.

• Assisted with PPD and IM injections according to protocol.
• Using proper CPM techniques in 5 to 3 person take downs
• Applying restraints,helmet's, geri chairs, self-release restraints
• Took and monitored vital signs, administered medications and managed patient behavior.
• Counseled and mentored clients on substance use and life choices.
• Coordinated with medical and paramedical professionals to provide appropriate input and effectively formulate and implement treatment plans for patients.
• Applied interventions with clients wanting to leave against medical advice (AMA).
• Collaborated with facility psychiatrists to determine effectiveness of treatment and developed new treatment plans.
• Offered and documented treatment consent forms in patient health records.
• Escorted patients to and from cells, court, hospitals and medical appointments.
• Inspected work sites and crew trucks for contraband, cleanliness and safety.
• Observed and supervised patients throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls and showers.
• Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
• Conducted admissions

Parkview Health Center is a skilled nursing facility dedicated to providing services to residents of the community in need of long-term care, short-term rehabilitative care, and specialized behavioral services.

As a Nursing Assistant at this facility I ;

• Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
• Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
• Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
• Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
• Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
• Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
• Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
• Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
• Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.
• Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
• Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments.
• Assisting with medical equipment and wound care

* Travel Assignment with the ARMY NATIONAL GUARD FOR HEALTHCARE WORKER SHORTAGE*

SWC serves adult clients with intellectual disabilities combined with other physical or mental health disorders. SWC provides a wide variety of programs and opportunities to assist and prepare these adults to successfully live in the setting that best meets their needs.

As an Aide at SWC I;

• Communicated well both verbally and in writing with clients, guardians and medical professionals.
• Evaluated client progress toward established annual and quarterly goals.
• Kept clients engaged in social networks and communities for personal health and growth.
• Analyzed overall patient performance and recommended adjustments to care plan goals, supporting individual progression.
• Assisted clients through seizures and while monitoring and recording seizure activity.
• Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
• Implemented physical therapy to support patient improvement in muscle tone, range of motion and injury recovery.
• Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
• Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.

• Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
• Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals and objectives.
• Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
• Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
• Set up visual aids, equipment and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
• Delivered personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
• Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules and support lead teacher.
• Created lesson materials, visuals and digital presentations to supplement lesson plans.
• Participated in lesson planning and curriculum implementation to promote quicker rollout and delivery.
• Assessed student assignments to check quality and completeness before submission for grading.
• Distributed learning materials such as worksheets, textbooks and supplemental activities.
• Used behavior modeling and specialized teaching techniques to share and reinforce social skills.

• Delivered nourishment and supplements to nurse station for distribution to specific residents.
• Served meals to residents in accordance with established schedules and dietary procedures.
• Maintained strict levels of cleanliness for tables, floors and prep areas.
• Cleared tables and removed dishes, trays and utensils from dining room to dishwashing area.
• Arranged tray and or table settings with proper tableware, condiments and tray card.
• Increased aide productivity by working closely with staff to redesign cleaning protocols, processes and workflows.
• Documented clinical findings and entered pertinent health data for processing, recordkeeping and use by other medical professionals.
• Washed plates, cups, serving and eating utensils and kitchen equipment in commercial dishwasher.
• Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
• Assisted in maintaining dry storage areas and handling unpacking, dating and rotating of food and non-food supplies as directed.