Sara Alawi
Moorhead
Summary
Dedicated healthcare professional with extensive experience at Accracare, excelling in patient care by enhancing independence and dignity. Expert in vital signs monitoring and providing emotional support, significantly improving patient satisfaction. Skilled in HIPAA compliance and dementia care, demonstrating a commitment to patient wellbeing and privacy.
Developed strong foundation in patient care within a healthcare environment, focusing on providing compassionate support and assistance. Skilled in effective communication and time management, ensuring smooth coordination and quality care. Looking to transition into new field, leveraging transferrable skills to contribute positively in dynamic environment.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
PCA
Accracare
05.2024 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing.
- Ensured proper hygiene practices were followed by assisting with bathing, grooming tasks.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients, reducing the risk of infections and accidents.
- Facilitated meal planning, preparation, feeding assistance as needed while adhering to specific dietary restrictions or requirements.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Enhanced patient mobility by assisting with transfers, ambulation, and range of motion exercises.
- Administered medications as prescribed, preventing adverse reactions or complications.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
CNA
Essentia Health
12.2022 - 11.2023
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
Nurse Assistant
Sanford Health
12.2021 - 12.2022
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Supported patient mobility by transferring them from bed to chair or other locations using proper lifting techniques, reducing the risk of injury for both patients and staff members alike during such activities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Practice
Rasmussen University
Fargo, ND03-2026
Skills
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Behavioral management
- Emotional support
- Dementia care
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
- Meal preparation
- Diabetes management
- Medical terminology
- Transfer techniques
- Cultural sensitivity
- Daily living assistance
- Medication reminders
- Mobility support
- Physical therapy assistance
- Range of motion exercises
- Feeding assistance
- Basic life support
- Patient positioning
Languages
Arabic
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Turkish
Full Professional
Timeline
PCA
Accracare
05.2024 - Current
CNA
Essentia Health
12.2022 - 11.2023
Nurse Assistant
Sanford Health
12.2021 - 12.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Practice
Rasmussen University
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