Azeb Mengisteab
San Leandro,CA
Summary
Compassionate Nursing Assistant with extensive experience at Kaiser Permanente Post Acute Care Center, skilled in vital signs monitoring and infection control. Proven ability to enhance patient satisfaction through empathetic care and effective communication. Committed to maintaining a safe environment while proactively addressing patient needs and promoting overall well-being.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Nursing Assistant
Kaiser Permanente Post Acute Care Center
06.2016 - Current
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Increased patient engagement by providing emotional support, companionship, and encouragement during challenging times.
- Promoted a safe and clean environment by maintaining strict adherence to infection control protocols and sanitation standards.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Skillfully operated medical equipment, such as glucose monitors and blood pressure cuffs, ensuring accurate data collection for informed decision-making by healthcare providers.
- Documented care actions by completing records and logs in medical software system.
- Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Enhanced patient care by effectively monitoring vital signs and accurately documenting medical information.
- Proactively identified changes in patient condition or behavior, alerting appropriate healthcare personnel for prompt intervention when necessary.
- Identified and reported unsafe situations to maintain adherence to safety protocols.
Nursing Assistant
San Leandro Health Care Center
02.2003 - 06.2016
- Aided in the prevention of pressure ulcers through diligent monitoring and implementation of appropriate turning schedules for bedridden patients.
- Monitored vital signs for changes in patient health, providing timely updates to nursing staff.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Nursing Assistant
St. John Kronstad Care Center
05.2001 - 03.2003
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
- Monitored vital signs for changes in patient health, providing timely updates to nursing staff.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Maintained detailed patient records, ensuring accurate documentation of care and treatment plans.
United States Postal Service
Mail Processor
12.1998 - 06.1999
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Education
Associate of Arts - Nursing Assistant
Nightingale Nursing School
San Leandro, CA02-2000
Associate of Arts - Business
College of Alameda
Alameda, CA06-1994
Skills
- Patient care
- Patient feeding
- Basic life support
- Direct patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Infection control
- Catheter care
Timeline
Nursing Assistant
Kaiser Permanente Post Acute Care Center
06.2016 - Current
Nursing Assistant
San Leandro Health Care Center
02.2003 - 06.2016
Nursing Assistant
St. John Kronstad Care Center
05.2001 - 03.2003
United States Postal Service
Mail Processor
12.1998 - 06.1999
Associate of Arts - Nursing Assistant
Nightingale Nursing School
Associate of Arts - Business
College of Alameda
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