'Alohikea Kamana
Summary
State-certified Nursing Assistant with experience in healthcare settings. Observant and reliable with good bedside manner and excellent time-management skills to address patient requirements in high-volume care facilities. Proficient in mobility and personal hygiene support. I am an overachiever I like to make sure that I am giving my best and even more when I am taking care of residents. I am able to adapt to new settings as well as new skills. I get along with my peers and those that I take care of. I enjoy being in the healthcare setting and hope to become a Nurse Practitioner.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
The Plaza Assisted Living
Kaneohe, HI
05.2023 - Current
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
Hospitality Aide
Ka Punawai Ola
Kapolei, HI
03.2023 - 05.2023
- Welcomed guests to facility, addressed complaints and found solutions to problems.
- Maintained positive lobby presence, pleasantly greeting guests and employees.
- Answered telephone calls.
- Reduced risks by maintaining clean and organized work environment.
- Resigned from position due to injury
Cashier
The Barn Feed Supply
Waianae, HI
01.2023 - 02.2023
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Operated cash register for cash and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Helped customers complete purchases and locate items
- Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
- Stocked, tagged and displayed merchandise as required.
- Used POS system to enter orders, process payments and issue receipts.
Hostess
Outback Steakhouse
Kapolei, HI
08.2022 - 12.2022
- Greeted customers warmly upon arrival and provided friendly and warm presence throughout dining experience.
- Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times.
- Answered customer questions about hours, seating, and menu information.
- Supported servers, food runners, and bussers with keeping dining area ready for every guest.
- Trained new hostesses on customer service best practices and restaurant policies to maintain high standards of service.
- Worked with front of house staff to move tables and adjust seating to accommodate groups with special requests.
- Monitored seating area and checked restrooms regularly to keep spotless.
- Accommodated special seating requests for guests to enhance satisfaction.
Education
Nursing Education
Leeward Community College
Pearl City, HIHigh School Diploma -
Nanakuli High School
Waianae, HI05.2022
Skills
- Direct Patient Care
- Quality Assurance
- Medical Terminology Knowledge
- Care Plan Implementation
- Electronic Charting
- Indirect Patient Care
- Patient Lifting
- Patient-Focused Care
- Condition Monitoring
- Documenting Behaviors
- Patient Relations
- Reliable Team Player
- Supporting Personal Needs
- Feeding Assistance Expert
- Recording Vital Signs
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
- Heartsaver Total
- Child and Infant CPR and AED
- Basic Life Support
- CPR and AED
Hobbies
I enjoy going to the beach with my family.
I like eating Hawaiian Food, Mexican Food as well as Italian Food.
I enjoy spending time with my loved ones.
I like painting and coloring.
I like to shop even though it costs me in the long run.
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
The Plaza Assisted Living
05.2023 - Current
Hospitality Aide
Ka Punawai Ola
03.2023 - 05.2023
Cashier
The Barn Feed Supply
01.2023 - 02.2023
Hostess
Outback Steakhouse
08.2022 - 12.2022
Nursing Education
Leeward Community College
High School Diploma -
Nanakuli High School