BANUREKHA SUKUMARAN
Saint Cloud,MN
Summary
Knowledgeable, Licensed Practical nurse with deep understanding of patient care and medical procedures. Successfully managed diverse patient needs in various healthcare settings, ensuring high-quality care and patient satisfaction. Demonstrated strong communication and problem-solving skills while working collaboratively with healthcare teams.
Healthcare professional with solid background in patient care and medical support. Proven ability to assist in various medical procedures and maintain accurate patient records. Known for effective teamwork and adaptability in dynamic healthcare environments, consistently delivering reliable and compassionate care.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
St Francis Health Care Center
03.2024 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient vital signs to ensure optimal health outcomes.
- Conducted routine assessments to identify changes in patient conditions and escalate concerns promptly.
- Educated patients and families on health management, enhancing their understanding of treatment protocols.
- Advocated for patient rights and well-being, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations and standards.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to coordinate patient care and improve service delivery.
Certified Nursing Assistant
St Anne Retirement Community
03.2023 - 02.2024
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Bay View Nursing and Rehabilitation
06.2018 - 01.2023
- Assisted nursing staff in delivering high-quality patient care and support.
- Monitored and documented vital signs, ensuring accurate patient records.
- Collaborated with team members to implement individualized care plans.
- Provided assistance with daily living activities, enhancing patient comfort and dignity.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Miller Pointe - a Prospera Community
06.2017 - 05.2018
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure and pulse.
- Assisted patients with bathing, oral hygiene, grooming, feeding, and elimination.
- Helped patients move in and out of beds, baths, wheelchairs and automobiles.
- Followed safe lifting techniques and individual resident lifting instructions.
- Assisted patients with ambulation and crutch walking.
- Answered call lights and aided in patient comfort and safety by adjusting beds, lights, bed rails, pillows, patients' clothing and bedside tables/equipment.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Freedom Plaza at Sun City Center BROOKDALE
01.2016 - 05.2017
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress and concerns.
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure and pulse.
- Assisted patients with bathing, oral hygiene, grooming, feeding and elimination.
- Helped patients move in and out of beds, baths, wheelchairs and automobiles.
- Reported any unusual circumstances in the patients' condition or environment.
- Answered call lights and aided in patient comfort and safety by adjusting beds, lights, bed rails, pillows, patients' clothing and bedside tables/equipment.
- Documents objective data and routine aspects of patient care.
- Answered patient calls for care and feeding.
Certified Nursing Assistant
The Cedars
05.2012 - 06.2014
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure and pulse.
- Assisted patients with bathing, oral hygiene, grooming, feeding and elimination.
- Maintained a clean, healthy and safe environment.
- Followed safe lifting techniques and individual resident lifting instructions.
- Assisted patients with ambulation and crutch walking.
- Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores, and surgical site wounds.
- Answered patient calls for care and feeding.
- Reported any unusual circumstances in the patients' condition or environment.
- Documents objective data and routine aspects of patient care.
- Collects patient specimens and data, including vital signs, input/output and other delegated measurements.
Resident Assistant/Certified Nursing Assistant
Monticello House Alzheimer's Living
10.2000 - 07.2011
- Assisted in organizing recreational activities, enhancing resident engagement and well-being.
- Provided support to residents in daily living activities, fostering independence and dignity.
- Monitored residents' health and safety, promptly addressing concerns to maintain a secure environment.
- Collaborated with healthcare staff to ensure accurate documentation of resident care plans.
- Attended, participated, and contributed to monthly staff meetings addressing resident needs.
Education
PRACTICAL NURSING DIPLOMA - Practical Nursing
MINNESOTA NORTH COLLEGE-MESABI RANGE COLLEGE
Eveleth, MN05-2022
No Degree - PRE-NURSING
Lake Superior College
Duluth, MN08-2018
Skills
- HIPAA compliance
- Vital signs monitoring
- Direct patient care
- Medication administration
- Wound care
- Geriatric care
- Clinical documentation
- Physical assessment
Accomplishments
- Documentation
Ensured charting accuracy through precise documentation. - Patient Care
Delivered compassionate care that exceeded hospital requirements.
Successfully provided quality care to [number of] patients in [type of] environment. - Implementation
Assisted in implementation of new tracking system that resulted in improved patient care. - Intensive Care
Responsible for unit of 18 patients, providing daily functions such as grooming, bathing, feeding and turning in bed.
Certification
- Certified Nurses Aide
- BCLS Certification
Languages
Tamil
Native or Bilingual
Malay
Professional Working
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
St Francis Health Care Center
03.2024 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
St Anne Retirement Community
03.2023 - 02.2024
Certified Nursing Assistant
Bay View Nursing and Rehabilitation
06.2018 - 01.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
Miller Pointe - a Prospera Community
06.2017 - 05.2018
Certified Nursing Assistant
Freedom Plaza at Sun City Center BROOKDALE
01.2016 - 05.2017
Certified Nursing Assistant
The Cedars
05.2012 - 06.2014
Resident Assistant/Certified Nursing Assistant
Monticello House Alzheimer's Living
10.2000 - 07.2011
PRACTICAL NURSING DIPLOMA - Practical Nursing
MINNESOTA NORTH COLLEGE-MESABI RANGE COLLEGE
No Degree - PRE-NURSING
Lake Superior College