Aja Correa
Honolulu,HI
Summary
Conscientious Healthcare professional offering over 6 years of experience in fast-paced inpatient and residential care settings. Reliable in managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude, supporting diagnostic processes through laboratory testing, and providing compassionate patient-centered care. Enthusiastic and upbeat with excellent communication skills.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Assistant (Certified Nursing Assistant)
Kapi'olani Medical Center For Women And Children
10.2019 - 06.2022
- Assisted patients with basic care needs such as toileting, grooming, and eating.
- Provided assistance to nursing staff within the scope of state-certified nursing assistant practice by monitoring and recording vital signs, intake and output, as well as collected specimen samples for diagnostic tests and procedures.
- Performed clerical duties such as answering phone calls, managing files, adhering to HIPAA laws, and facilitating communication between the Wilcox unit and other units/outside sources.
- Oriented and trained new staff on proper unit procedures and policies.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Furukawa Living Treasure Senior Services
04.2017 - 05.2019
- Supported needs of six elderly patients with Dementia and Parkinson's disease with activities of daily living, including toileting, personal hygiene, safe ambulation, and housekeeping
- Ensured residents' safety and security through full overnight care in a residential care home.
- Organized and led group activities to promote mental and physical stimulation, such as exercise, bingo, coloring, and word puzzles.
- Ensured adherence to residents' prescribed medication schedule, facilitated preparation for adult day care, and provided safe transportation to and from their care facility.
Primary Caregiver
Self-employed
11.2017 - 02.2018
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Built strong relationship with client to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
Caregiver
Home Instead
09.2017 - 11.2017
- Assisted multiple scheduled clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Provided dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
Public Health Intern
Care Partners Hospice
08.2017 - 11.2017
- Completed 100+ hour internship in partnership with Pacific University's Public Health program, focused on improving hospice care for seizure-prone patients.
- Conducted evaluative surveys to nursing staff and outreach to primary caregivers to develop and evaluate specialized seizure kit programs.
- Performed data entry and compiled data using Microsoft Excel for future analysis and poster board presentations at upcoming hospice conferences.
- Researched and analyzed nationwide palliative care programs to identify opportunities for improvement in the current Care Partners Hospice program.
Education
Master of Science - Advanced Population Health Nursing
University of Hawai'i At Mānoa
Honolulu, HI08.2026
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Hawai'i At Mānoa
Honolulu, HI08.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Public Health
Pacific University
Forest Grove, OR01.2019
Timeline
Clinical Assistant (Certified Nursing Assistant)
Kapi'olani Medical Center For Women And Children
10.2019 - 06.2022
Primary Caregiver
Self-employed
11.2017 - 02.2018
Caregiver
Home Instead
09.2017 - 11.2017
Public Health Intern
Care Partners Hospice
08.2017 - 11.2017
Certified Nursing Assistant
Furukawa Living Treasure Senior Services
04.2017 - 05.2019
Master of Science - Advanced Population Health Nursing
University of Hawai'i At Mānoa
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Hawai'i At Mānoa
Bachelor of Arts - Public Health
Pacific University