Akomen Obehi Okougha
Richmond,TX
Summary
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant diligent about serving patient's medical and personal needs. Focused on delivering high-quality care to individuals from diverse backgrounds. Dedicated to protecting patient safety and promoting satisfaction with facility services. Kind and energetic professional with outstanding bedside manner and charting abilities. Experienced and dependable general worker with a proven track record of efficiently completing tasks in various settings. Skilled in manual labor, equipment operation, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace. Safety-conscious with a strong work ethic and the ability to adapt to different environments. Ready to contribute to a dynamic team and make a positive impact.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
PCA
The Buckingham Senior Living
8580 Woodway Dr, Houston, TX 77063 , TX
06.2022 - Current
- Provided personal care assistance to elderly and disabled individuals in their homes, including bathing, dressing, grooming, transferring, toileting and feeding.
- Assisted clients with medication management by reminding them to take medications on time as prescribed by the doctor.
- Maintained accurate records of client care services provided on a daily basis.
- Monitored vital signs such as blood pressure and pulse rate for clients under medical care.
- Helped patients to perform range-of-motion exercises as instructed by physical therapists or other healthcare professionals.
- Performed light housekeeping duties such as changing bed linens, doing laundry, washing dishes and vacuuming carpets.
- Accompanied clients to doctor's appointments and outings when necessary.
- Collaborated with family members and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized care plans for each patient's needs.
- Educated families about proper nutrition for their loved ones in order to maintain good health.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to elderly clients experiencing loneliness or depression.
- Ensured safety of patients by using appropriate lifting techniques while assisting them with mobility activities.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations according to established protocols.
- Prepared meals according to dietary guidelines set forth by the physician or dietitian.
- Transported clients from one location to another in an efficient manner.
- Assisted patients with recreational activities such as reading books or playing board games.
- Managed household duties such as grocery shopping and errand running for clients who are unable to do so themselves.
- Answered questions from family members regarding patient's condition or care plan.
- Administered medications orally or topically as directed by physician orders.
- Gave reminders about hygiene practices like brushing teeth or combing hair.
- Communicated regularly with supervisors regarding any changes in client status or behavior that require attention.
- Responded to bell or light signal calls to assist patients with needs.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to identify changes from prior measurements.
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
- Performed variety of delegated basic patient care services to support nursing functions and activities of daily living.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with bathing, dressing and exercising.
- Performed minor housekeeping tasks to keep patient areas clean and sanitized.
- Assisted with patient admissions, discharges and transfers.
- Delivered outstanding patient care based on physical, psychological, educational and related criteria.
- Transported patients to other areas of hospital in wheelchairs and gurneys for tests, treatments and therapies.
- Supported healthy patient skin with bedside baths, wound care and integrity checks.
- Recorded patient conditions and vital signs before and after medical operations.
- Identified and reported observations and clinical symptoms to appropriate healthcare professionals, driving timely intervention.
- Restocked unit frequently with necessary medical supplies.
- Kept instruments and equipment clean and sanitized.
- Notified senior staff of patient emergencies to optimize outcomes.
- Prepared patient chart for admission and compiled appropriate paperwork.
- Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
- Maintained inventory levels of stock items, supplies and equipment to foster smooth and cost-effective unit operations.
- Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
- Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
- Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
- Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
- Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
- Planned and served meals and snacks to patients according to prescribed diets.
- Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
- Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
- Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Administered medications and educated patients and families on correct at-home administration.
- Transported specimens, laboratory items or pharmacy items, verifying proper documentation and delivery to authorized personnel.
- Reminded patients to take prescribed medications or nutritional supplements.
- Shaved and draped patients to prepare for surgery, treatment or examination.
- Exercised comatose and paralyzed patients to reduce delirium and improve physical function.
PCA
Memorial Hermann
6411 Fannin St Houston , TX
03.2021 - 05.2022
- Assisted clients with medication management by reminding them to take medications on time as prescribed by the doctor.
- Maintained accurate records of client care services provided on a daily basis.
- Monitored vital signs such as blood pressure and pulse rate for clients under medical care.
- Performed light housekeeping duties such as changing bed linens, doing laundry, washing dishes and vacuuming carpets.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to elderly clients experiencing loneliness or depression.
- Ensured safety of patients by using appropriate lifting techniques while assisting them with mobility activities.
- Educated families about proper nutrition for their loved ones in order to maintain good health.
- Transported clients from one location to another in an efficient manner.
- Assisted patients with recreational activities such as reading books or playing board games.
- Managed household duties such as grocery shopping and errand running for clients who are unable to do so themselves.
CNA
The Delaney at Parkway Lakes
Houston, TX
03.2013 - 05.2022
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
- Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques that would help them maintain their independence.
- Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
- Administered medications under supervision of a licensed nurse.
- Transported residents within the facility as needed.
- Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
CNA
Optimum personal Care
1110 Lakeview Dr, Sugar Land , TX
03.2009 - 02.2013
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
- Administered medications under supervision of a licensed nurse.
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
- Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
- Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
- Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
CNA
SYNERGY HomeCare
16300 Katy Fwy Ste 185, Houston, TX
01.2005 - 02.2009
- Exercised comatose and paralyzed patients to reduce delirium and improve physical function.
- Shaved and draped patients to prepare for surgery, treatment or examination.
- Reminded patients to take prescribed medications or nutritional supplements.
- Administered medications and educated patients and families on correct at-home administration.
- Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
- Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
- Planned and served meals and snacks to patients according to prescribed diets.
Education
GED -
Marque Learning Center
Houston, Texas 09-2007
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Cultural Sensitivity
- Range of motion exercises
- Behavioral Management
- Diabetes management
- Emotional Support
- Meal Preparation
- Dementia Care
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Compassionate Care
- HIPAA Compliance
- Feeding Assistance
- ADL support
- Patient Observation
- Mobility Assistance
- Restocking supplies
- Emergency Response
- Sterilization techniques
- Specimen Collection
- Information Protection
- Basic nursing care
- Acute and rehabilitative care
- Blood Glucose Monitoring
- Healthcare expertise
- Adaptable
- Catheter Care
- Patient positioning understanding
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Infection control standards
- IV Insertion
- Feeding assistance specialist
- Corrective Action Planning
- Patient Services
- Clinical Training
- Medical Equipment Operation
- Data Collection
Languages
English
Professional
Certification
Texas Nurse Aide: NA0061018109, 01/23/2024 to 01/23/2026
Timeline
PCA
The Buckingham Senior Living
06.2022 - Current
PCA
Memorial Hermann
03.2021 - 05.2022
CNA
The Delaney at Parkway Lakes
03.2013 - 05.2022
CNA
Optimum personal Care
03.2009 - 02.2013
CNA
SYNERGY HomeCare
01.2005 - 02.2009
Texas Nurse Aide: NA0061018109, 01/23/2024 to 01/23/2026
GED -
Marque Learning Center
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