Briana Creed

Completed 3-month rotations in the Acute Orthopaedic Unit, Acute Surgical Unit, and Children’s Inpatient Unit.

Acquired expertise in:

• Complex seating and wheelchair prescription
• Conducting pressure area and fall risk assessments, including providing recommendations and patient education
• Performing functional assessments to evaluate mobility in both hospital and home settings
• Performing both functional and paper based cognitive assessments to inform recommendation and eduction in crease independence and safety upon discharge
• Prescribing and educating patients on small aids and adaptive equipment
• Executing complex discharge planning to facilitate seamless transitions from inpatient care to community-based settings
• Documented patient progress accurately and efficiently, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Provided education to patients and families on coping strategies, adaptive equipment, and safety modifications.
• Promoted independence in activities of daily living through task analysis, environmental adaptations, and compensatory techniques.

• Led discharge planning efforts by coordinating necessary referrals, appointments, and follow-up services for successful reintegration into the community setting.
• Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress, treatment plan adjustments, and ongoing care coordination efforts.
• Managed challenging behaviors effectively through de-escalation techniques and implementation of behavior management plans.
• Assessed the need for restraint or seclusion in accordance with facility protocols, prioritizing least restrictive measures when possible to promote patient autonomy.

• Completed specialized training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) principles.
• Worked with patients diagnosed with complex conditions, including chronic schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, antisocial personality disorder, and issues related to chronic self-harm and suicidality.
• Collaborated closely with the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) to conduct functional capacity assessments, process access requests, and implement plan adjustments.
• Conducted thorough functional assessments in both community and home environments to support individualized care plans.
• Managed a caseload of 30 clients, addressing a broad spectrum of social and mental health needs.
• Assisted with complex discharge planning to ensure effective transitions from inpatient to community settings.
• Strengthened relationships with patients' families by providing ongoing support, education, and guidance throughout the treatment process.
• Provided crisis intervention services to stabilize patients experiencing acute distress or at risk of harm to themselves or others.
• Implemented evidence-based practices in psychiatric care, leading to improved clinical outcomes and enhanced patient quality of life.
• Conducted comprehensive risk assessments and mental state evaluations to support patient safety and care.
• Completed specialized assessments, including the Domestic and Community Skills Assessment (DACSA) and the Neuropsychological Assessment of Cognitive Function (NUCOG).

• Assisted patients with dementia in developing daily routines to enhance their functional independence.
• Developed and implemented behavioural management plans in collaboration with behavioural support practitioners, nursing staff, and psychiatrists to optimize safety for both patients and staff on the wards.
• Implemented environmental sensory adaptations and visual cues to support and promote independence .
• Conducted functional capacity assessments for the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) and residential aged care facilities to ensure safe discharge and provide adequate support for individuals
• Advocated for patient rights in accordance with the Mental Health and Wellbeing Act and maintained a safe, therapeutic environment conducive to healing and recovery.
• Facilitated group therapy sessions addressing various topics such as stress management, emotion regulation, interpersonal relationships, and behavioural activation, sleep hygiene, fatigue management and coping skills/safety planning.
• Implemented evidence-based interventions that improved overall client well-being while adhering to ethical guidelines.