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Lesia Betts

Williamsburg,VA

Summary

Seasoned Private Duty Nurse successful at offering personalized support to home-based patients. Excellent planner and multitasker with a service-focused approach and good communication abilities.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Pirvate Nurse

PPL
Williamsburg, VA
10.2021 - Current
  • Participated in multidisciplinary teams to develop treatment plans for complex cases.
  • Assisted with the development of individualized plans of care based on a client's needs and preferences.
  • Assessed patient's condition and provided appropriate medical care.
  • Responded quickly and effectively to emergency situations.
  • Provided telehealth services through video conferencing technology when required by the physician or facility guidelines.
  • Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining quality standards of care.
  • Instructed family members on how to properly administer medications or perform certain medical tasks if needed.

Care Provider

saving grace
Williamsburg, VA
09.2018 - 10.2020
  • Provided assistance with mobility issues by helping patients walk or transfer from one position to another safely.
  • Provided personal care and companionship to elderly clients in their homes.
  • Observed behavioral changes in clients and reported them to the appropriate personnel immediately.

Caregiver

Comfort Keepers
Williamsburg, VA
08.2018 - 06.2020
  • Assured proper nutrition by preparing meals, grocery shopping and monitoring food consumption levels.
  • Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations and standards governing home health care services.
  • Transported clients to doctor appointments and other errands using wheelchair accessible vehicles.
  • Helped maintain the safety of the client's environment by removing hazards such as rugs or furniture that could cause falls.

Caregiver

Apple One Media
Williamsburg, VA
03.2013 - 06.2016
  • Assured proper nutrition by preparing meals, grocery shopping and monitoring food consumption levels.
  • Obtained sources of entertainment for clients to provide full and enjoyable daily activities.
  • Partnered with registered nurses and physiotherapists to provide care to patients.
  • Instructed family members on how to provide bedside care.
  • Assisted clients with maintaining good personal hygiene.

Caregiver

Homeinsteadseniorcareonline
Williamsburg, VA
10.2009 - 10.2010
  • Assured proper nutrition by preparing meals, grocery shopping and monitoring food consumption levels.
  • Respected the rights of each individual client while maintaining confidentiality of all personal information.
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
  • Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the client's care such as laundry and changing linens.
  • Developed plans for respite care when needed based on availability of family members or other caregivers.
  • Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and assisted with feeding when necessary.

Private Nurse

At Home Care Inc
Newport News, VA
06.2006 - 09.2009
  • Assisted with the development of individualized plans of care based on a client's needs and preferences.
  • Assessed patient's condition and provided appropriate medical care.
  • Monitored patient progress by observing symptoms or reactions to treatments or medication.
  • Maintained accurate records of assessments, interventions, evaluations and progress notes in accordance with established policies and procedures.
  • Administered prescribed medications, monitored vital signs, and recorded information in patient charts.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.

College Instructor

Centura college
Newport News, VA
06.2006 - 09.2009
  • Utilized student-centered teaching strategies to engage students in the learning process.
  • Served as an advisor for students seeking career advice or college guidance.
  • Adapted course materials to meet the needs of diverse learners.
  • Maintained accurate records of student attendance, grades, and academic progress.
  • Conducted lectures and demonstrations to introduce new topics or concepts.
  • Provided feedback on student performance, progress, and assignments.
  • Facilitated group discussions to encourage critical thinking skills among students.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Medical

School of Bussiness
San Diego, CA

Skills

  • Family Education
  • Tracheostomy Care
  • Home Health Care
  • Palliative Care
  • Compassionate Care
  • Dementia Care
  • Medication Administration
  • ADL support
  • Patient Needs Assessment
  • Hospice Care
  • Meal Preparation
  • Care Plan Development
  • Patient Education
  • Medical Documentation
  • Clinical Documentation

Timeline

Pirvate Nurse

PPL
10.2021 - Current

Care Provider

saving grace
09.2018 - 10.2020

Caregiver

Comfort Keepers
08.2018 - 06.2020

Caregiver

Apple One Media
03.2013 - 06.2016

Caregiver

Homeinsteadseniorcareonline
10.2009 - 10.2010

Private Nurse

At Home Care Inc
06.2006 - 09.2009

College Instructor

Centura college
06.2006 - 09.2009

Some College (No Degree) - Medical

School of Bussiness

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