Betty Kageni Micheni
Hampton,VA
Summary
State-certified Nursing Assistant bringing excellent experience in healthcare settings. Observant and reliable with good bedside manner and excellent time-management skills to address patient requirements in high-volume care facilities. Proficient in mobility and personal hygiene support.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
The Chesapeake Retirement Community
10.2022 - Current
- Answered call lights and supported residents comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding residents with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Checked residents vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help residents achieve nutritional objectives.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with residents
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Oversaw and maintained residents' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Completed activities of daily living for residents unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for resident health and satisfaction.
- Documented resident information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Helped resident with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Responded to resident requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different resident-facing areas.
- Participated in fun group activities with residents to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
Home Health Aide
Mike Morell
09.2022 - 08.2023
- Traveled to my client's home to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
- Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
- Assisted client with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Monitored client health by performing routine pulse, temperature and blood pressure checks.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in client condition and environment immediately to nurse supervisor
- Encouraged client to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
- Utilized universal precautions and infection control principles in all aspects of care.
- Assisted with end-of-life care ensuring client comfort.
- Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
- Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report clients' progress.
Nurse Aide
Northampton Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
08.2022 - 08.2022
- Duties and roles under supervision and clinical guidance;
- Perform baths
- Help residents with hygiene and grooming
- Make beds
- Feeding clients
- Measuring and charting inputs & outputs
- Daily weighing of patients
- Adhering to infection control measures
- Assisting patients with mobility
- Assisting patients with toileting needs
- Documentation of care given
Data Entry Clerk
Village HopeCore International
06.2019 - 03.2022
- While based in Kenya, I worked on a number of US-based mortgage companies' trades including MCT trading
- I was tasked with confirmation of trades, identifying errors in trades and submission of daily reports.
- Completed data entry tasks with accuracy and efficiency.
- Drafted and submitted daily reports to the immediate supervisor.
- Tracked data errors.
- Received updated instructions on completion of tasks.
- Trained new team members on standard operating procedures, company policies and procedures.
Youth Center Coordinator
Village HopeCore International
11.2015 - 06.2019
- Conducted social Mobilization for youth to attend youth centers.
- Conducted round table discussion with youth at the youth centre on select topics affecting the youth such as sexual reproductive health & rights, career choice, mental health, peer pressure.
- Conducted guidance and counseling to youth seeking help and referred them as appropriate.
- Wrote and presented progress reports.
- Conducted needs assessments and tailored the youth center activities to the needs identified.
- Engaged with youth on various platforms such as WhatsApp groups, Facebook pages.
- Worked with organization management to avail age appropriate, gender sensitive information, education & communication material to be utilized by youth at the center.
Education
Certificate in Nurse Aide Training Program -
Tidewater Medical Training
08.2022
Diploma in Business Management -
Mount Kenya University
03.2021
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education -
Kimucia Secondary School
11.2014
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education -
Thigaa Primary School
11.2010
Skills
- Electronic Charting
- Patient-Focused Care
- Patient Relations
- Trustworthy Companion
- Recording Vital Signs
- CPR Certification
- Time Management
- Creative thinking and problem-solving ability
- Excellent communication skills
- Interpersonal and team building skills
- Integrity
Accomplishments
- 03/2022 - Awarded Certificate of appreciation by Village HopeCore International for incredible performance and contribution to the organization
- 2014 - Served as school-based youth peer provider, main responsibilities being counseling and educating fellow students in school and referring appropriately to teachers and professional counselors
- 2013-2014 - Served as treasurer in a school-based health club
Languages
English
Kiswahili
Kimeru
Other Qualifications
- 04/2019 - Street Business School (SBS) Entrepreneurial Training Village HopeCore International, Kenya in collaboration with Street Business School, Uganda
- 05/2015 - Certificate in computer Applications Chogoria Presbyterial Computer College
References
- Anne Gildea, Director of International Operations, Village HopeCore International (K), anneriitho@villagehopecore.org, +1 (339) 222-0144
- Mike Morrell, +1 804 9287667
- Maureen Bass, R.N., MPA, Primary Instructor, Tidewater Medical Training, +1 (757) 592-0890
Hobbies and Interests
- Cooking
- Singing
- Travelling
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
The Chesapeake Retirement Community
10.2022 - Current
Home Health Aide
Mike Morell
09.2022 - 08.2023
Nurse Aide
Northampton Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
08.2022 - 08.2022
Data Entry Clerk
Village HopeCore International
06.2019 - 03.2022
Youth Center Coordinator
Village HopeCore International
11.2015 - 06.2019
Certificate in Nurse Aide Training Program -
Tidewater Medical Training
Diploma in Business Management -
Mount Kenya University
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education -
Kimucia Secondary School
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education -
Thigaa Primary School
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