Healthcare professional with comprehensive background in providing compassionate patient care and support. Known for reliability and adaptability in dynamic healthcare environments. Brings strong skills in patient monitoring, basic medical procedures, and effective communication, ensuring seamless team collaboration and optimal patient outcomes.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
MINNESOTA MASONIC HOME
BLOOMINGTON
06.2016 - Current
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Golden Living Nursing Home
Hopkins, MN
08.2002 - 10.2015
Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
Education
No Degree - MECHANIC AND MAINTENANCE
ARS TECHNICAL INSTITUTE
ACCRA
06-1988
Skills
Patient care
HIPAA compliance
Reliable team player
Direct patient care
Bathing assistance
Collecting vital signs
Compassionate
Accomplishments
Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
Supervised a team of 15 staff members.
Collaborated with a team of 20 in the development of assisted living and cleaning.