Andrea Gongaware
Waimanalo,HI
Summary
Dedicated nursing professional with hands on experience providing quality care to residents. Skilled in collecting vital signs, providing wound care, administering medications and assisting with resident mobility. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with nursing staff, other healthcare professionals and residents to promote quality care. Detail-oriented in problem-solving and planning. Ready to make an immediate contribution to your organization.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Para-medical Assistant
Hawaii State Hospital
Kaneohe, HI
03.2024 - Current
- Developed positive relationships with internal patients through effective communication techniques.
- Coordinated special projects as assigned by management staff.
- Served as contact person and source of information to maintain good communication with patients.
- Checked stock to determine inventory levels and maintain office supply products.
- Take temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure, height and weight. Accurately record findings in the patient’s record.
- Accurately document patient information, observations and findings in patient records on a timely basis.
- Maintain client confidentiality at all times and adhere to client's rights to informed decision making.
Lead Certified Nursing Assistant
Kina Ole Estates
Kaneohe, HI
02.2022 - Current
- 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.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
- Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
Property Manager
Homegrown Roots
Honolulu, HI
06.2016 - Current
- Screening of tenants and providing assistance to landlords by collecting rent, showing livable spaces, and writing landlord / tenant leases; Providing 24/7 service needs for maintenance issues; Groundskeeper & service technician
- Conducted periodic inspections of properties to ensure compliance with safety regulations and tenant requirements.
- Coordinated with vendors for the procurement of services such as repairs, renovations, landscaping.
- Resolved tenant complaints quickly and effectively while ensuring customer satisfaction.
Fire Prevention and Industrial Exhaust Engineer
Western States Exhaust System
Honolulu, HI
08.2016 - 01.2022
- Fire prevention by cleaning exhaust filters, hoods, and fans; Communicating with vendors, setting up appointments and effectively executing work orders; Photographing each exhaust system & fan to ensure satisfaction of clients
- Analyzed customer requirements to determine project scope and objectives.
- Assisted in troubleshooting issues related to product design or manufacturing processes.
- Provided support during the installation, maintenance, repair, and calibration of equipment.
Home Health Care Aide
Parks Residence
Honolulu, HI
06.2018 - 01.2021
- Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry, cleaning kitchen and bathroom areas, vacuuming carpets, sweeping floors, dusting furniture, and changing linens.
- Transported patients to medical appointments or errands as needed.
- Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and assisted with feeding when necessary.
- Encouraged participation in physical activities within the limitations of the patient's health status.
Education
BA English Minor American Studies -
University of Hawai’i Manoa
12.2014
AA Liberal Arts & Science -
Kapiolani Community College
06.2008
Skills
- Communication skills
- Management
- Staff Training
- Patient Relations
- First Aid Certification
- Caregiver Relations
- Care Monitoring
- Medication Administration
- CNA Certification
Certification
- Certified Nursing Assistant #HI000017504E
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Para-medical Assistant
Hawaii State Hospital
03.2024 - Current
Lead Certified Nursing Assistant
Kina Ole Estates
02.2022 - Current
Home Health Care Aide
Parks Residence
06.2018 - 01.2021
Fire Prevention and Industrial Exhaust Engineer
Western States Exhaust System
08.2016 - 01.2022
Property Manager
Homegrown Roots
06.2016 - Current
BA English Minor American Studies -
University of Hawai’i Manoa
AA Liberal Arts & Science -
Kapiolani Community College