Maitane Freitas

• Assist clients with personal hygiene, including shower, tub or bed baths, oral care, hair and skin care, toileting pts, feedings, operating mechanical equipment
• Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
• Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
• Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
• Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
• Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
• Conducted basic physical assessments on new admissions to gather baseline data for nursing staff evaluation.
• Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
• Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
• Participated in ongoing educational opportunities in order to stay up-to-date on best practices in nursing care.
• Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.

• These areas include, but are not limited to: therapy-based activities, personal hygiene, daily living skills and other skills as determined by the individual's ISP
• Implement individual and group service plans throughout the day including behavioral and therapeutic programs
• Participate as a Team member in the ISP process and other person-centered planning procedures
• Daily data collection and entry into electronic management system (currently I Centrix)
• Enhanced client satisfaction by providing individualized care plans tailored to their specific needs.
• Participate in positive, ongoing communication with staff, assigned individual, and family members to assure appropriateness, effectiveness, and efficiency of services
• Perform all duties in conformance to and/or recognition of AEI's philosophy, policies and procedures.
• Enhanced client engagement by incorporating individualized activities and goal-oriented tasks in daily routines.
• Assisted management in developing programs for better client progress and overall satisfaction.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support for clients, resulting in improved outcomes.
• Developed trust among clients, family members, and staff through open communication and consistent follow-through on commitments.
• Evaluated client progress regularly, adjusting care plans as needed to maximize effectiveness and success rates.
• Conducted assessments to identify individual strengths, weaknesses, interests, and areas of potential growth for each client.
• Facilitated workshops designed to improve social skills, self-esteem, problem-solving abilities, and overall quality of life for clients.
• Served as a liaison between clients'' families, healthcare providers, therapists, educators, employers when required for coordinated care efforts.
• Managed challenging behaviors calmly while implementing appropriate interventions according to established protocols or guidelines.

• Assist clients with personal hygiene, including shower, tub or bed baths, oral care, hair and skin and toileting
• Assist clients with walking, including the use of walkers and wheelchairs, when applicable
• Meal preparation and feeding, when required
• Ensured timely medication administration, managing accurate records of dosages and schedules for multiple clients.
• Assisted clients with meal planning and preparation, taking into consideration dietary restrictions and preferences for optimal nutrition.
• Improved client comfort by providing exceptional personal care and maintaining a clean, safe environment.
• Promoted independence with structured routines and clear communication to support clients in their daily lives.
• Contributed to a positive home atmosphere by engaging clients in conversation and recreational activities tailored to their interests.
• Prevented injuries through diligent observation of the environment and prompt intervention when needed during mobility assistance tasks.
• Developed creative strategies for overcoming obstacles related to mobility or cognitive limitations while promoting maximum functionality in daily tasks.
• Planned, prepared, and served meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.

• Assist my individuals with their daily tasks and routines
• Assist clients in the use of toilet facilities
• Provide meals, doing light home cleaning and assisting individuals with basic hygiene activities
• Make sure the clients are fed, bathed, and all set for the next shift employee to arrive.
• Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
• Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
• Administered prescribed medications under the supervision of a registered nurse, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
• Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
• Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.

Donning/ Doffing PPE

Vitals

EKG's

Taking patient Histories

Interviewing Patients

Suture/Staple Removal

Injections

BLS/ First Aide Training

Urine Dips

Glucose Testing

Completion of CNA Training

Donning/Doffing PPE

Vitals

CPR/First Aide Training

Completed Semester of General Studies