Jean L.

Serve as team leader and delegated appropriate assignments to floor staff; Responsible for intake, admission, and discharge for all mentally ill patients by following hospital procedures; Encouraged patients to use coping skills and utilize new skills acquired in a crisis situation; Administered medications, EKG's, monitored vital signs, detox protocols, and obtained and distributed specimen Assessed and evaluated patients, after appropriate interventions placed. Direct or supervise less-skilled nursing or healthcare personnel or supervise a particular unit. Provide health care, first aid, immunizations, or assistance in convalescence or rehabilitation in locations such as schools, hospitals, or industry. Prepare patients for and assist with examinations or treatments. Monitor all aspects of patient care, including diet and physical activity. Consult and coordinate with healthcare team members to assess, plan, implement, or evaluate patient care plans. Record patients' medical information and vital signs. Maintain accurate, detailed reports and records. Monitor, record, and report symptoms or changes in patients' conditions.

-Led and co-led a variety of therapeutic groups addressing topics that included substance abuse, abuse, bullying, self-esteem, self-injurious behavior, family dynamics, impulsive behaviors, etc.; -Responsible for intake, admission, and discharge for all mentally ill patients by following hospital procedures; -Encouraged patients to use coping skills and utilize new skills acquired in a crisis situation; -Administered EKG's, monitored vital signs, detox protocols, and obtained and distributed specimen -Demonstrated the ability to interact with patients from diverse cultures and backgrounds -Documentation and assessment on units: Children, Adolescents, Psychiatric ICU, Military, etc.

-Coordinated switchboard answered, transferred calls, relayed messages, and answered emergency questions; -Interviewed patients and handled admissions process by entering patient's information into the computer and routing printed copy to the proper department; -Responsible for explaining hospital regulations like visiting hours, payment, and insurance processes; -Obtained signed documents, stored patient's valuables, and received payments on accounts; -Verified benefits and coordinated with insurance companies and physicians regarding payment of bills. Operate office machines, such as photocopiers and scanners, facsimile machines, voice mail systems, and personal computers. Communicate with customers, employees, and other individuals to answer questions, disseminate or explain information, take orders, and address complaints. Compile, copy, sort, and file records of office activities, business transactions, and other activities. Compute, record, and proofread data and other information, such as records or reports. Review files, records, and other documents to obtain information to respond to requests. Collect, count, and disburse money, do basic bookkeeping, and complete banking transactions. Process and prepare documents, such as business or government forms and expense reports. Monitor and direct the work of lower-level clerks. Train other staff members to perform work activities, such as using computer applications. Answer telephones, direct calls, and take messages.

Maintain records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems to report and discuss observations with supervisor or case manager. Check patients' pulse, temperature, and respiration. Provide patients with help moving in and out of beds, baths, wheelchairs, or automobiles and with dressing and grooming. Care for patients by changing bed linens, washing and ironing laundry, cleaning, or assisting with their personal care. Administer prescribed oral medications, under the written direction of physician or as directed by home care nurse or aide, and ensure patients take their medicine. Accompany clients to doctors' offices or on other trips outside the home, providing transportation, assistance, and companionship. Direct patients in simple prescribed exercises or in the use of braces or artificial limbs. Provide patients and families with emotional support and instruction in areas such as caring for infants, preparing healthy meals, living independently, or adapting to disability or illness. Change dressings. Worked with hospice patients

-Serve as team leader and delegated appropriate assignments to floor staff; -Training and evaluating students by providing constructive criticism; -Supervise and provide "hands on" skills and experience in a clinical setting; -Responsible for clinical orientation of new staff to the work environment; -Created an "Orientation Handbook" to use as a resource with a breakdown of each unit and duties for success in the workplace; -Evaluate and document skill performance and competency of new staff and provided feedback; -Serve as a role model by acting & performing that exhibits professionalism & accountability. MHA: UNI/CMH -Observed and documented patients current state, progress, and safety; -Encouraged patients to use coping skills and utilize new skills acquired in a crisis situation; -Administered EKG's, monitored vital signs, detox protocols, and obtained and distributed specimen -Demonstrated the ability to interact with patients from diverse cultures and backgrounds -Assessed patients and did intake in Triage in the EPU; Provide crisis interventions and negotiations -Placed at San Diego Psychiatric Hospital, County Mental Health

Maintain a safe play environment. Dress children and change diapers. Observe and monitor children's play activities. Communicate with children's parents or guardians about daily activities, behaviors, and related issues. Sanitize toys and play equipment. Support children's emotional and social development, encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts. Identify signs of emotional or developmental problems in children and bring them to parents' or guardians' attention. Assist in preparing food and serving meals and refreshments to children. Instruct children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toilet habits. Read to children and teach them simple painting, drawing, handicrafts, and songs. Discipline children and recommend or initiate other measures to control behavior, such as caring for own clothing and picking up toys and books. Regulate children's rest periods. Perform housekeeping duties, such as laundry, cleaning, dish washing, and changing of linens. Organize and store toys and materials to ensure order in activity areas. Organize and participate in recreational activities and outings, such as games and field trips. Help children with homework and school work. Sterilize bottles and prepare formulas. Accompany children to and from school, on outings, and to medical appointments.