Benhur Mwangangi
Auburn,PA
Summary
Adept Certified Nursing Assistant with a proven track record at Merrill Gardens, enhancing patient wellbeing through exceptional direct patient care and vital signs monitoring. Skilled in HIPAA compliance and fostering patient relationships, I significantly reduced fall incidents, demonstrating a compassionate approach and a reliable team player attitude. Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Merrill Gardens
05.2024 - Current
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- 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.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Serene Nursing Services
06.2023 - Current
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- 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.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- 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.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Education
Adult First Aid And CPR AED All Ages (2020) - DC -
Brilliant Concepts Trainers
Pacific, WA05.2023
Certificate Of Achievement - Medication Aide
Beacon Hill Career Training
Florida City, FL05.2024
Nursing Assistant Training Program - Certified Nursing Aide
Excel Health Careers Training
DesMoines, WA01.2024
75 Hours of DSHS Approved Basic Training -
Brilliant Concepts Trainers
Pacific, WA06.2023
Washington State Food Workers Card -
Health Department
Tacoma, WA06.2023
High School Diploma -
St. Teresas High School
Nairobi, Kenya12.1987
Skills
- Patient Care
- HIPAA Compliance
- Reliable team player
- Compassionate
- Basic Life Support
- Electronic Charting
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Companionship and emotional support
- Ambulation Assistance
- Healthcare ethics
- Valid Washington driver's license
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Merrill Gardens
05.2024 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Serene Nursing Services
06.2023 - Current
Adult First Aid And CPR AED All Ages (2020) - DC -
Brilliant Concepts Trainers
Certificate Of Achievement - Medication Aide
Beacon Hill Career Training
Nursing Assistant Training Program - Certified Nursing Aide
Excel Health Careers Training
75 Hours of DSHS Approved Basic Training -
Brilliant Concepts Trainers
Washington State Food Workers Card -
Health Department
High School Diploma -
St. Teresas High School
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