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PAUL KARIUKI

Woodburn,OR

Summary

U.S. Army veteran and experienced Combat Medic with over 12 years of expertise in emergency medical assistance and over 10 years as a Certified Nurse Assistant. Proven track record of managing assets and budgets exceeding $15M, ensuring compliance with Occupational Safety and Health standards while effectively meeting senior leadership expectations. Skilled in critical thinking, rapid assessment, and prioritization under high-stress conditions, demonstrating a commitment to enhancing team safety and improving patient survival through tactical interventions. Dedicated to leveraging extensive medical experience to foster safe clinical environments and train personnel in emergency protocols.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Nursing Assistant

Providence Benedictine Nursing Center
04.2024 - Current
  • Company Overview: Enhanced care and Long-Term Care
  • Provided nursing assistance to residents in a 120-bed long term care facility
  • Assisted residents with activities of daily living, including helping with meals, transferring using assistive devices, bathing, dressing, and grooming
  • Ensured the accurate, timely flow of information by maintaining thorough patient records and updating the healthcare team on patients' status
  • Enhanced care and Long-Term Care

Department Supervisor/ Lead CNA

UNITED STATES ARMY
01.2014 - 03.2024
  • Supervised overall day-to-day activities of soldiers under my command, including maintaining combat readiness while supervising their continuing education
  • Performed lab testing and specimen collection according to protocol, and communicated results to the appropriate department personnel
  • Assisted doctors and registered nurses with patient care
  • Inspected facilities and recommended equipment modifications to ensure emergency readiness and compliance with access, safety, and sanitation regulations

CNA

Crystal Creek Health and Rehabilitation Center
08.2009 - 05.2015
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
  • Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding, and ambulation.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
  • Supported the needs of 150+ residents under long-term care.

Education

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) and Certified Medication Aide (CMA) -

01.2024

US ARMY NREMT -

01.2015

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
01.2014

Skills

  • Hospital setting
  • Healthcare delivery
  • Collaborative Team Development
  • Maintenance records
  • Data entry
  • Understanding of HIPAA Standards
  • Knowledge of Joint Commission Standards
  • Effective Task Prioritization

Timeline

Nursing Assistant

Providence Benedictine Nursing Center
04.2024 - Current

Department Supervisor/ Lead CNA

UNITED STATES ARMY
01.2014 - 03.2024

CNA

Crystal Creek Health and Rehabilitation Center
08.2009 - 05.2015

US ARMY NREMT -

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) and Certified Medication Aide (CMA) -

PAUL KARIUKI