Beatrice Adong
Summary
Compassionate Nursing professional demonstrating exemplary skills in direct patient care and healthcare team support. Communicative and collaborative demeanor cultivated several years of superior healthcare industry performance. Experience handling multiple, complex cases with accuracy and dignity.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
CNA
Clark Retirement
Grand Rapids
05.2024 - Current
- Monitored and recorded vital signs, promptly reporting changes to nursing staff to ensure timely care.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Supported residents in daily living activities and personal hygiene to enhance comfort and dignity.
- Administered medications according to nursing staff instructions following proper protocols.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety in resident living areas and shared spaces.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Documented patient care information accurately in electronic health records.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Supported rehabilitation activities and encouraged resident participation in exercises.
- Facilitated communication among residents, families, and healthcare team members to promote understanding and support.
- Trained new staff on care procedures and facility policies efficiently.
- Facilitated resident transportation within facility to enhance mobility.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
- Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
Nursing and Rehab Unite/Facility
Holland Homes
03.2021 - 05.2023
- Monitored residents for abnormalities and safely transferred them as needed.
- Monitored residents for abnormalities and safely transferred them as needed.
- Performing vitals as directed by the unit nurse
- Engaged with residents to offer emotional support and companionship.
- Engaged with residents to offer emotional support and companionship.
- Nursing and Rehab Unit/Facility
Home health/Facility
Interim
08.2021 - 09.2022
- Monitored residents for safety issues to ensure well-being and security.
- Prepared and served nutritious meals for residents in their homes, ensuring dietary needs were met.
- Provided companionship to enhance emotional support in facility and home health settings.
- Provided care in home health and facility settings
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and training to improve care quality.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
- Updated and maintained databases with current information.
Resident Aid/Med passer
Baruch senior ministries
07.2020 - 08.2021
- Assisted residents with personal hygiene to promote dignity and comfort
- Prepared meals for residents according to dietary guidelines.
- Worked in a fast paced environment helping residents with Personal hygiene
- Providing companionship
- Engaged with residents to offer companionship and emotional support.
Resident Assistant
Byron center manor
02.2021 - 07.2021
- Assisted residents with daily physical, emotional and mental needs, such as bathing, toileting and dressing, and reassurance
- Observed residents' overall health and well-being in memory care and assisted living settings
- Assisted residents with daily physical, emotional, and mental needs, including bathing, toileting, dressing, and providing reassurance for comfort and security
Sales representative
Cutco cutlery and Vendor Marketing
07.2019 - 01.2020
- Achieved weekly and monthly sales targets through proactive customer engagement
- Developed relationships with customers to promote product features and benefits.
- Delivered exceptional customer service to vendors interested in products, ensuring professionalism and satisfaction
- Conducted product demonstrations to educate clients on proper usage and care.
- Collaborated with team members to strategize marketing campaigns and sales techniques.
Sales associate/Cashier
JCpenney
08.2018 - 01.2019
- Assisted customers in locating specific items, enhancing their shopping experience
- Fostered positive interactions between employees and customers to ensure a pleasant store atmosphere
- Executed assigned tasks to support efficient operations and deliver quality service to customers
Cashier
Wendy
07.2017 - 01.2019
- Ensured quick and steady checkout with quality service for customers during slow and busy periods
- Delivered helpful and friendly service to customers during ordering and checkout
- Organized work area to enhance efficiency
Education
General education -
Grand valley State university
Grand Rapids, Michigan 06.2026 - 06.2026
General education and public health -
Grandrapids Community College
Grandrapids 02.2020 - 06.2023
Health Education and management -
Kent Career Technical center
Diploma - General Education
Grandville High School
GrandvilleSkills
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Medication administration
- Medication assistance
- Clinical documentation
- Electronic health records
- Health monitoring
- Wound care
- Infection control
- Emergency response
- Patient transfers
- End-of-life care
- Time management
- Multitasking and organization
- Attention to detail
- Team collaboration
- Resident engagement
- Patient advocacy
- HIPAA compliance
- Basic life support
- Physical stamina
- Complex problem-solving
- Problem-solving
- Emotional support
Volunteer Experience
- As a high school sophomore, I spent time volunteering for the Robotics club at my school, traveling with them helping with equipment management.
- Through junior and senior, those years were spent volunteering at my church with a youth group every sunday night as a team leader and mentor.
Timeline
General education -
Grand valley State university
06.2026 - 06.2026
CNA
Clark Retirement
05.2024 - Current
Home health/Facility
Interim
08.2021 - 09.2022
Nursing and Rehab Unite/Facility
Holland Homes
03.2021 - 05.2023
Resident Assistant
Byron center manor
02.2021 - 07.2021
Resident Aid/Med passer
Baruch senior ministries
07.2020 - 08.2021
General education and public health -
Grandrapids Community College
02.2020 - 06.2023
Sales representative
Cutco cutlery and Vendor Marketing
07.2019 - 01.2020
Sales associate/Cashier
JCpenney
08.2018 - 01.2019
Cashier
Wendy
07.2017 - 01.2019
Health Education and management -
Kent Career Technical center
Diploma - General Education
Grandville High School