Betty Elkanem
New Caney,TX
Summary
Dynamic and compassionate professional with experience at Kingwood Rehabilitation Center, skilled in patient care and vital signs monitoring. Demonstrated adaptability and teamwork, enhancing patient satisfaction and safety. Proven ability in lifting and transferring, with a commitment to empathy and patient dignity. Achieved significant improvements in patient independence and well-being.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
Kingwood Rehabilitation Center
Kingwood, TX
08.2023 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- 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.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Van Driver
New Seasom Med
Oakland, CA
02.2016 - 09.2020
- Demonstrated adaptability when faced with last-minute route changes, successfully navigating unfamiliar areas while maintaining a professional and positive attitude.
- Utilized maps, GPS, landmarks and traffic conditions to expertly navigate to and from destinations efficiently.
- Promoted safe driving habits within the team by consistently following traffic laws and regulations.
- Conducted inspections on vehicles prior to use at beginning of shift each day.
- Increased accessibility for disabled passengers by assisting them with boarding and alighting from the van using required equipment.
- Assisted clients with loading and unloading of personal items and luggage, often delivering luggage to clients' rooms.
Education
Cna - Cna
Vip Nursing School
San Leandro, CA09.2010
Ged - General Studies
Obele Community High School
Nigeria 09.1996
Skills
- Time management
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassion and empathy
- Team collaboration
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Lifting and transferring
- Specimen collection
- End-of-life care
Timeline
CNA
Kingwood Rehabilitation Center
08.2023 - Current
Van Driver
New Seasom Med
02.2016 - 09.2020
Cna - Cna
Vip Nursing School
Ged - General Studies
Obele Community High School