Beatrice Sam Awinongya
Crest Hill,IL
Summary
Recent graduate with foundational knowledge in nursing and hands-on experience gained through working as a certified nursing assistant. Demonstrates strong teamwork, problem-solving, and time-management skills. Prepared to start career and make meaningful contributions with commitment and drive.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Private Home Care
Niles, IL
07.2024 - Current
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate, one-on-one care during daily activities.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Franciscan Village Assisted Living
Lemont, IL
09.2021 - Current
- 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.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- 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.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Served as an advocate for each patient's needs during shift handoffs or interdisciplinary conferences with other healthcare professionals.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
Work Study Student
Rasmussen University
Romeoville
09.2023 - 06.2024
- Contributed to a positive work environment by maintaining strong relationships with peers, supervisors, and students.
- Interacted respectfully with others to offer ideas, identify issues, and provide assistance.
- Collaborated with staff members to guarantee students received best possible customer service.
- Collaborated with team members on various tasks, demonstrating adaptability and flexibility in different work situations.
- Greeted incoming office visitors, answered questions, and directed individuals to office locations.
- Developed excellent customer service skills through interactions with diverse populations within the university community.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Rasmussen University
Romeoville, IL06.2024
Skills
- HIPAA Compliance
- Reliable team player
- Direct Patient Care
- Alzheimer's and Dementia Care
- Compassionate
- Time Management
- Bedside manner
- Electronic Charting
- CPR Certification
- Patient-focused care
- Mobility Assistance
- Urinary Catheter Care
Read, Travel, Dance, Cook, Walk
I love reading and my favorite authors are John Grisham and James Paterson. I like exploring new places. Dancing helps me distress and I enjoy it. I enjoy walking more than getting on a treadmill. I enjoy cooking, and I don't mind trying out new recipes.
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Private Home Care
07.2024 - Current
Work Study Student
Rasmussen University
09.2023 - 06.2024
Certified Nursing Assistant
Franciscan Village Assisted Living
09.2021 - Current
Associate of Science - Nursing
Rasmussen University