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Faustina Achara

New Carrollton,Maryland

Summary

Experienced and reliable service focused, nursing professional providing quality care to patients in variety of medical settings. Delivers excellent communication and task prioritization skills for effective patient care coordination. Proven ability to stay organized and prioritize tasks in fast-paced environment.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

GNA - CNA

Genesis Medical Center Fairland
10.2022 - Current
  • Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
  • Provided attentive care during patient mealtimes, ensuring appropriate dietary restrictions were followed and assisting with feeding as needed.
  • Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
  • Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
  • Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings for comprehensive patient care planning, contributing valuable insights from GNA perspective.
  • Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.

Geriatric Nursing Assistant

Vita Healthcare Largo
01.2021 - Current

laundry, cleaning, meal preparation, client monitoring ,

  • Monitored vital signs, promptly reporting any concerning changes to appropriate medical professionals.
  • Promoted increased independence among patients by encouraging self-care tasks when appropriate.
  • Managed incontinence needs with dignity and respect, maintaining patient privacy throughout the process.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
  • Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
  • Attended continuing education workshops on geriatric nursing best practices, staying up-to-date on latest research findings in the field.

CNA -CMT, Caregiver

High Quality NUrsing Care Inc.
09.2018 - Current
  • Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
  • 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.
  • Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.

CNA-GNA

Cresent Cities Healthcare
05.2020 - 11.2022
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
  • Supported needs of [Number]+ residents under long-term care.
  • Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
  • Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.

GNA - CNA

Villarosa Nursing And Rehabilitation Healthcare
11.2019 - 10.2022
  • Provided attentive care during patient mealtimes, ensuring appropriate dietary restrictions were followed and assisting with feeding as needed.
  • Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
  • Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings for comprehensive patient care planning, contributing valuable insights from GNA perspective.
  • Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
  • Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
  • Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
  • Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.

Education

GED -

Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital Ihiala
Ihiala Anambra Nigeria

Dominion Academy
Annapolis Road MD
05.2019

Skills

  • Mobility Assistance
  • Injury Prevention
  • Resident Care Associate (RCA)
  • Patient Assessments
  • Patient Positioning
  • Heartsaver CPR AED (CPR AED)
  • Resident Care Partner (RCP)

Certification

CPR ;CMT. CNA - GNA ,FIRST AID , BLS CERTIFIED.

Timeline

GNA - CNA

Genesis Medical Center Fairland
10.2022 - Current

Geriatric Nursing Assistant

Vita Healthcare Largo
01.2021 - Current

CNA-GNA

Cresent Cities Healthcare
05.2020 - 11.2022

GNA - CNA

Villarosa Nursing And Rehabilitation Healthcare
11.2019 - 10.2022

CNA -CMT, Caregiver

High Quality NUrsing Care Inc.
09.2018 - Current

GED -

Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital Ihiala

Dominion Academy
Faustina Achara