Ayesha Keita
Circle Pines,MN
Summary
Dedicated Nursing Assistant with expertise in patient care, infection control, and medication administration. Proven ability to provide compassionate support across all life stages while ensuring safety and compliance with health protocols.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Nursing Assistant
Ebenezer Willows Bend Senior Living
03.2025 - Current
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Provided direct patient care, including assistance with daily living activities and mobility support.
- Maintained accurate patient records and assisted in documentation of care plans.
- Implemented infection control protocols, ensuring a safe environment for residents and staff.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Identified and reported unsafe situations to maintain adherence to safety protocols.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely intervention.
Nursing Assistant
Suite Living
07.2023 - Current
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Provided direct patient care, including assistance with daily living activities and mobility support.
- Maintained accurate patient records and assisted in documentation of care plans.
- Implemented infection control protocols, ensuring a safe environment for residents and staff.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely intervention.
Nursing Assistant
Mount Olivet Home
08.2016 - 12.2025
- Provided direct patient care, including assistance with daily living activities and mobility support.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely intervention.
- Maintained accurate patient records and assisted in documentation of care plans.
- Trained and mentored junior staff on best practices for patient assistance techniques.
- Implemented infection control protocols, ensuring a safe environment for residents and staff.
- Assisted in the development of individualized care plans based on resident assessments.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Improved patient comfort and safety by assisting with daily living activities, such as bathing and dressing.
Medication Aide
Mount Olivet Home
08.2016 - 12.2025
- Administer medications accurately and timely to ensure resident well-being.
- Monitor residents for side effects and report changes in health status.
- Maintain detailed medication records, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Collaborate with nursing staff to develop individualized care plans for residents.
- Train new staff on medication administration protocols and safety practices.
- Implement best practices for medication storage and handling procedures.
Nursing Assistant
Methodist Hospital North
11.2022 - 04.2024
- Identified and reported unsafe situations to maintain adherence to safety protocols.
- Provided effective pre-and post-operative care by preparing patients for surgery, monitoring vital signs, and assisting with pain management techniques.
- Elevated hygiene standards in patient rooms, utilizing sterilization techniques and infection control protocols.
- Implemented stress-reduction techniques, enhancing patient well-being and recovery experiences.
- Monitored vital signs for changes in patient health, providing timely updates to nursing staff.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely intervention.
- Trained and mentored junior staff on best practices for patient assistance techniques.
- Provided direct patient care, including assistance with daily living activities and mobility support.
Nursing Assistant
Friendship Village of Bloomington
10.2021 - 08.2022
- Assisted in the training of new Nursing Assistants, sharing knowledge of best practices to improve overall department performance.
- Observed or examined patients to detect symptoms that required medical attention such as bruises or open wounds.
- Proactively identified changes in patient condition or behavior, alerting appropriate healthcare personnel for prompt intervention when necessary.
- Engaged in housekeeping tasks by replacing linens and cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms.
- Enhanced continuity of care by thoroughly documenting shift reports and maintaining clear communication with incoming staff members.
- Facilitated efficient patient transfers, reducing risk of injury through proper body mechanics and use of assistive devices.
- Provided direct patient care, including assistance with daily living activities and mobility support.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely intervention.
Nursing Assistant
Bywood East Health Care
03.2011 - 08.2016
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient care strategies and outcomes.
- Led initiatives to improve workflow efficiency within nursing teams, enhancing overall service delivery.
- Documented care actions by completing records and logs in medical software system.
- Enhanced patient care by effectively monitoring vital signs and accurately documenting medical information.
- Provided direct patient care, including assistance with daily living activities and mobility support.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely intervention.
- Maintained accurate patient records and assisted in documentation of care plans.
Medication Aide
Bywood East Health Care
03.2011 - 08.2016
- Administer medications accurately and timely to ensure resident well-being.
- Monitor residents for side effects and report changes in health status.
- Maintain detailed medication records, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Train new staff on medication administration protocols and safety practices.
- Implement best practices for medication storage and handling procedures.
Education
High School Diploma -
Minnesota School of Cosmetology
Minneota, MN06-2015
High School Diploma -
Park Center
Minneota, MN06-2008
Skills
- Patient care
- Patient feeding
- Basic life support
- Direct patient care
- Recording vital signs
- Infection control
- Patient relationship building
- Catheter care
- Electronic charting
- Companionship and emotional support
- Client documentation
- Medication administration
Timeline
Nursing Assistant
Ebenezer Willows Bend Senior Living
03.2025 - Current
Nursing Assistant
Suite Living
07.2023 - Current
Nursing Assistant
Methodist Hospital North
11.2022 - 04.2024
Nursing Assistant
Friendship Village of Bloomington
10.2021 - 08.2022
Nursing Assistant
Mount Olivet Home
08.2016 - 12.2025
Medication Aide
Mount Olivet Home
08.2016 - 12.2025
Nursing Assistant
Bywood East Health Care
03.2011 - 08.2016
Medication Aide
Bywood East Health Care
03.2011 - 08.2016
High School Diploma -
Minnesota School of Cosmetology
High School Diploma -
Park Center