Letecia Schriefer

Nurse Aide

High Desert Haven

Ridgecrest, CA

04.2016 - 08.2017

Prepared meals for patients according to their dietary requirements.
Assisted with admission paperwork for new patients entering the facility.
Provided patient care, including bathing and dressing.
Responded quickly to emergencies and followed proper safety protocols at all times.
Organized activities that encourage socialization among residents in long-term care facility.
Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times.
Observed residents' behavior closely to detect any changes in mood or physical condition that require further medical attention.
Performed vital signs checks on patients such as temperature, pulse, respiration rate, and blood pressure.
Transported patients safely using wheelchairs or stretchers when necessary.
Monitored patient's condition and reported any changes to the registered nurse or physician.
Encouraged family members to be involved in their loved one's care plan whenever possible.
Maintained patient confidentiality according to HIPAA guidelines at all times.
Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient requests courteously and efficiently.
Reported all incidents, accidents involving clients immediately to supervisor, nurse manager, charge nurse.
Assisted with transferring patients from bed to wheelchair or stretcher.
Helped organize recreational activities for residents such as board games or arts and crafts projects.
Maintained a clean environment by disinfecting equipment, emptying trash containers, cleaning surfaces, changing linens.
Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
Assisted nurses with cleaning G-tube, J-tube and regular catheter insertion.