Asteway Elala
Minnetonka
Summary
Dedicated healthcare professional with proven skills in medication administration, patient care, and regulatory compliance. Committed to optimizing workflows and enhancing team collaboration to deliver high-quality care.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Minimum Data Set Nurse
Sholom Home West
St Louis Park
02.2026 - Current
- Schedule, complete, and submit MDS assessments in compliance with state (MN Dept. of Health) and federal regulations.
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team (IDT) to develop and update individualized care plans, ensuring they reflect the resident's strengths and needs.
- Monitor quality indicators, audit documentation for accuracy, and ensure clinical records meet compliance standards.
- Educate direct care staff on ADL (Activities of Daily Living) documentation and best practices for clinical documentation
Nursing Supervisor
Sholom Home West
St Louis Park MN
08.2016 - Current
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure compliance with care standards and regulatory requirements.
- Implemented training programs to enhance team skills and performance.
- Optimized patient care workflows to enhance operational efficiency.
- Facilitated regular performance evaluations to enhance staff development initiatives.
Weekend Supervisor
Golden Living Nursing Home
Hopkins, MN
04.2013 - 04.2017
- Supervised daily operations to ensure high standards of resident care and safety.
- Coordinated staff schedules to optimize coverage and enhance team efficiency.
- Trained and mentored new staff on best practices and compliance regulations.
- Implemented process improvements to streamline workflows and reduce response times.
RN TCU
Sholom Home West
St Louis Park
08.2008 - 01.2016
- Administered medication and treatments according to established protocols, ensuring patient safety and compliance.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for residents.
- Monitored patients' vital signs and reported changes to medical staff promptly, enhancing response times.
- Educated patients and families on health management, promoting adherence to treatment regimens.
LPN TCU
Cerenity Senior Care
St Paul MN
06.2005 - 08.2008
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders, ensuring patient safety and compliance with regulations.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely intervention.
- Assisted in developing individualized care plans tailored to patient needs and preferences.
- Educated patients and families on health management to promote adherence to treatment protocols.
Education
Bachelor of Science - BSN
Minnesota State University, Mankato
Mankato, MN12-2025
Associate of Science - RN
Century College
White Bear Lake, MN05-2011
LPN Diploma - LPN
St Pauld Techinical Collage
St Paul MN 05-2005
Skills
- Medication administration
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient care
- Effective verbal and written communication
- Analyzing complex situations rapidly, interpreting data, and making informed, ethical, and decisive choices
- Managing time, resources, and workflows efficiently, including staffing and scheduling, to ensure optimal productivity and patient safety
Accomplishments
I am very proud of my 20 years of comprehensive in clinical and leadership experience in acute care and long-term care settings. I have leaned and grown in expertise in patient care management, staff supervision, clinical operations and interdisciplinary team collaboration. Recently I have completed Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program, to further strengthening my clinical knowledge, evidence-based practice skills, leadership capabilities and commitment to professional growth in nursing.
Certification
Public Health Nurse (PHN)
Basic Life Support (BLS)
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Amharic
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Minimum Data Set Nurse
Sholom Home West
02.2026 - Current
Nursing Supervisor
Sholom Home West
08.2016 - Current
Weekend Supervisor
Golden Living Nursing Home
04.2013 - 04.2017
RN TCU
Sholom Home West
08.2008 - 01.2016
LPN TCU
Cerenity Senior Care
06.2005 - 08.2008
Bachelor of Science - BSN
Minnesota State University, Mankato
Associate of Science - RN
Century College
LPN Diploma - LPN
St Pauld Techinical Collage