Bernice Boakye
Harrisburg,United States
Summary
Patient-oriented nursing professional with [two and half] years of hands-on experience in delivering quality direct and direct patient care to individuals in [clinical] settings. Skillfully completes tasks and fosters relationships with patients, caregivers and coworkers to drive patient care goals and advance nursing philosophies.
RN788108, new-Expires 10/31/2025.License No PN316903, Exp-06/30/24. Certified Nursing Assistant offering six years of experience in healthcare environments. Promotes superior time-management skills, compassionate bedside manner and astute observational ability. Knowledgeable about mobility assistance and patient hygiene needs.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN
Capitol Rehabilitation
Harrisburg, PA
01.2024 - Current
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, administering injections and performing other nursing duties.
- Provided direct physical and emotional support to patients and their families.
- Maintained accurate medical records of each patient's health condition.
LPN
UPMC community osteopathic
Harrisburg+, PA
08.2022 - 08.2023
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, administering injections and performing other nursing duties.
- Provided direct physical and emotional support to patients and their families.
- Performed routine laboratory tests including urinalysis, blood glucose monitoring and others.
- Maintained accurate medical records of each patient's health condition.
- Ensured that all medications were administered accurately and on time as prescribed by the physician.
- Observed patients for any changes in their condition or behaviour, reported findings to the supervisor or physician in charge.
- Instructed patients and their families about disease prevention, proper nutrition, medication management and other health related topics.
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary team members such as doctors, nurses and social workers to ensure quality patient care was provided.
LPN
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
Mechanicsburg, PA
03.2022 - 08.2022
- Provided direct physical and emotional support to patients and their families.
- Performed routine laboratory tests including urinalysis, blood glucose monitoring and others.
- Maintained accurate medical records of each patient's health condition.
- Observed patients for any changes in their condition or behaviour, reported findings to the supervisor or physician in charge.
- Assessed patient needs through interviews and physical examinations while adhering to safety standards.
- Performed wound care including changing dressings, cleaning wounds, applying ointments and medications and providing other necessary treatments.
- Conducted daily rounds visiting assigned patients ensuring they are comfortable and have all necessary supplies available.
- Promoted culture of safety for patients and employees through proper identification, reporting documentation and prevention.
CNA
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
Mechanicsburg, PA
12.2018 - 03.2022
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
CNA
Select Medical
Harrisburg, PA
07.2017 - 12.2019
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Harrisburg Area Community College
Harrisburg, PA12-2023
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Harrisburg Area Community College
Harrisburg, PA12.2021
Associate of Arts - Teacher Assisting Education
Ola College of Education
Ghann- Cape Coast09.2008
Some College (No Degree) - CNA
Georgia Tech
Atlanta, GASkills
- Emergency Response
- Physical Assessment
- Patient Intake
- Clinical Documentation
Timeline
LPN
Capitol Rehabilitation
01.2024 - Current
LPN
UPMC community osteopathic
08.2022 - 08.2023
LPN
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
03.2022 - 08.2022
CNA
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
12.2018 - 03.2022
CNA
Select Medical
07.2017 - 12.2019
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Harrisburg Area Community College
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Harrisburg Area Community College
Associate of Arts - Teacher Assisting Education
Ola College of Education
Some College (No Degree) - CNA
Georgia Tech
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