Quetzy Ciriaco

• Assessed and monitored inmates' physical, psychological, and medical health conditions.
• Provided nursing care to inmates with acute and chronic illnesses including diabetes, hypertension, HIV and AIDS, mental health disorders.
• Checked vital signs, including temperature, pulse, respiration rate, blood pressure and oxygen saturation levels.
• Answered call lights in a timely manner and responded appropriately to requests from patients or family members.
• Reported any changes in a patient's condition immediately to the supervising nurse.
• Assisted in maintaining a safe environment by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
• Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
• Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
• Used mobility devices to transport patients.
• Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
• Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.

• Helped patients move in and out of beds, wheelchairs or automobiles and with dressing and grooming.
• Tracked and reported clients' progress based on observations and conversations.
• Managed patient transportation and appointment scheduling.
• Recognized emergency situations and implemented appropriate procedures.
• Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
• Monitored client behaviors and emotional states, reporting concerns to case manager and documenting information in files.

• Obtained client medical history, including medication information, symptoms and allergies
• Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines
• Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation
• Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs and preparing assistive devices
• 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
• Cleaned and prepared rooms between patients, using aseptic technique to prevent infections and cross-contamination
• Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care
• Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals
• Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment
• Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.

• Responsibilities include but limited to providing direct supervision of children in care and provide oversight during recreation and mealtime
• Assist during transition and movement of children from one activity to the next; interact with children and maintain their case files up to date in ORR (Office of Refugee Resettlement) database in accordance with ORR policies and procedures
• Evaluated needs of youth and outlined measures to address
• Assisted youth with obtaining resources such as food, clothing and shelter
• Completed clear and concise documentation of youth behavior and actions.

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• Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
• Maintained accurate medical records through filing, charting, transcription and data entry into electronic health record system.
• Answered phones, scheduled appointments and managed patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner.
• Performed basic laboratory tests such as urinalysis and blood glucose levels under direct supervision of a physician or registered nurse.
• Inspected equipment to ensure proper working order prior to use on patients.
• Registered new patients into practice management software program accurately entering demographic information.
• Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
• Incorporated outside records into charts and EHR.

• Answered incoming calls, transferred calls, and took messages for staff members.
• Greeted visitors and provided them with directions to the appropriate destination.
• Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
• Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
• Maintained accurate medical records through filing, charting, transcription and data entry into electronic health record system.
• Interviewed and engaged patients to obtain medical history, chief complaints and vital signs.
• Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.