Wanda Marinelli

Working in the Acute Medicine and Respiratory team.

• Conducted Initial assessments with patients, carers or family members to gather patients' baseline before hospital admission.
• Assessments covering kitchen assessments, washing/ dressing assessments, transfers, domestic tasks, and daily living activities. These assessments would then highlight potential equipment needs or referrals to appropriate agencies.
• Completed home visits before discharge to install necessary equipment and measure for grabrails.
• Liaised with other members of the multidisciplinary team

Working with the active recovery team to provide rehabilitation within the community.

• Maintained accurate records in line with the latest policies and procedures
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to deliver patient-centred rehabilitation care.
• Conducted assessments tailored to individual health conditions and rehabilitation goals.
• Adapted environments to enhance accessibility and safety for individuals with physical and cognitive limitations.
• Liaised with patients' families and carers to ensure support throughout recovery.

Worked in an inpatient brain injury unit.

• Conducted client-centred assessments focusing on functional capabilities. These assessments included cooking, shopping, meal planning, road safety and return to work.
• Updated care plans based on assessments, reviews and communicated tailored rehabilitation plans to assistants.
• Facilitated group therapy sessions, enhanced social interaction amongst patients.
• Created home modification plans, ensuring a safe living environment for patients post-discharge.
• Collaborated with the multidisciplinary team, families and carers.

• Personal care
• Assisting with drinks and meal preparation
• Food shopping
• Support with hobbies and recreational activities