Amina Niyonizigiye
Fargo,ND
Summary
Dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant with a strong background in medical terminology and patient care techniques. Proven track record of enhancing patient recovery through excellent communication and collaboration. Achieved notable improvements in patient satisfaction by maintaining high standards of care.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Nizhoni Healthcare Services
Fargo, ND
09.2024 - Current
- Supported client activities including transport, hygiene and food prep.
- Participated in training, staff meetings, and other professional development activities.
- Reported unusual behavior for improved care continuity.
- Upholded sanitary conditions for patients through compliance with established infection control procedures.
- Maintained high standards for safely utilizing medical devices such as Hoyer lifts.
- Assisted physical therapists with exercises and rehabilitation activities for patients recovering from injuries or surgeries.
Direct Support Professional (DSP) (Full time)
Community Living Services (CLS)
07.2019 - Current
- Facilitate daily activities for individuals with various disabilities.
- Executed personal care tasks, supervised medication delivery, and facilitated seamless healthcare service coordination.
- Supported clients in community interactions to encourage self-reliance.
- Directed medication schedules, personal grooming, and everyday life activities.
- Collaborated with client care team in ongoing updates of care plans.
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Bethany Retirement Living
Fargo, ND
11.2023 - 08.2024
- Provide compassionate care to elderly residents in a nursing home setting.
- Assist with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, and feeding.
- Monitored vital signs such as pulse rate, respiration rate, and blood pressure.
- Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Patient Transport
Sanford Medical Center
09.2018 - 07.2019
- Coordinated safe and timely transfers of patients between various medical units.
- Delivered consistent emotional support and upheld patient privacy.
- Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
- Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
Environment Services
Sanford Medical Center
05.2017 - 09.2018
- Maintained cleanliness and sanitation in patient rooms and common areas.
- Followed infection control protocols to ensure a safe environment for patients and staff.
- Suggested and explained recommended services to meet customer needs and resolve specific issues.
- Collected cash payments from customers or charged purchases to credit cards.
- Conducted customer satisfaction surveys to identify areas for service improvement.
Stocking, Backroom and Receiving Associate
Walmart Supercenter
03.2016 - 05.2017
- Responsible for stocking and organizing merchandise in the back room.
- Ensured accurate inventory management and efficient product retrieval.
- Maintained records of all incoming products, including quantity received and location in warehouse.
- Performed quality assurance checks on incoming products prior to stocking the shelves.
- Updated computerized tracking systems with new stock information such as quantity received, unit cost and total value of shipment.
Education
Highschool -
Lycee Pedagogique Rumonge
BurundiCollege -
Ecole Medical De Gitega
BurundiCertified Nursing Assistant (CNA) -
North Dakota
North DakotaCPR -
North Dakota
North DakotaFirst Aid -
North Dakota
North DakotaCertified Direct Support Professional (CDSP) -
University of Minot
Skills
- Medical terminology
- Infection control
- Patient care techniques
- Communication skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Teamwork
- Medical equipment
- Technology for patient monitoring
- Documentation
- First aid and CPR
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Nizhoni Healthcare Services
09.2024 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Bethany Retirement Living
11.2023 - 08.2024
Direct Support Professional (DSP) (Full time)
Community Living Services (CLS)
07.2019 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Patient Transport
Sanford Medical Center
09.2018 - 07.2019
Environment Services
Sanford Medical Center
05.2017 - 09.2018
Stocking, Backroom and Receiving Associate
Walmart Supercenter
03.2016 - 05.2017
Highschool -
Lycee Pedagogique Rumonge
College -
Ecole Medical De Gitega
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) -
North Dakota
CPR -
North Dakota
First Aid -
North Dakota
Certified Direct Support Professional (CDSP) -
University of Minot