Ifrah Abdi
Columbia Heights
Summary
Dedicated Nursing Assistant with a proven track record at Fairview University Medical Center, enhancing patient satisfaction through compassionate care and efficient vital signs monitoring. Skilled in direct patient care and medical charting (EPIC), I excel in building strong patient relationships and ensuring high standards of healthcare ethics.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nursing Assistant Med/Surg
Fairview University Medical Center
06.2024 - Current
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Increased patient engagement by providing emotional support, companionship, and encouragement during challenging times.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Documented care actions by completing records and logs in medical software system.
- Aided in the prevention of pressure injuries through diligent monitoring and implementation of appropriate turning schedules for Lift patients.
Home Health Caregiver
AAA Care Center INC.
09.2024 - 01.2025
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, improving their overall quality of life.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain a clean, safe, and organized living space for patients.
- Supported emotional well-being through companionship services such as reading aloud or playing games together during downtime periods.
- Administered prescribed medications accurately, ensuring proper dosage and adherence to schedules.
Home Health Caregiver
Premier Home Health Care Services
01.2023 - 11.2023
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain a clean, safe, and organized living space for patients.
- Administered prescribed medications accurately, ensuring proper dosage and adherence to schedules.
- Maintained detailed records of patient progress and changes in health status, facilitating effective communication among healthcare providers.
Starbucks Barista
Target
05.2022 - 05.2023
- Promoted a welcoming atmosphere by greeting customers with a friendly demeanor
- Made and served café beverages with focus on speed, quality and consistency.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Century College
White Bear Lake, MN12-2026
Skills
- Basic life support
- Direct patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient relationship building
- Compassionate care
- Friendly and outgoing
- Healthcare ethics
- Medical charting (EPIC)
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Somali
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Home Health Caregiver
AAA Care Center INC.
09.2024 - 01.2025
Nursing Assistant Med/Surg
Fairview University Medical Center
06.2024 - Current
Home Health Caregiver
Premier Home Health Care Services
01.2023 - 11.2023
Starbucks Barista
Target
05.2022 - 05.2023
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Century College
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