Brighton Murefu
Canton,OH
Summary
Dynamic, results-driven professional seeking a challenging position that leverages a diverse skill set while fostering opportunities for continuous learning and career advancement. Committed to contributing to organizational success through innovative problem-solving and a proactive approach to professional development. Eager to collaborate with forward-thinking teams in an environment that values growth and excellence.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nurse Assistant
The Pavilion at Edgefield
07.2018 - Current
- Monitoring patients.
- Changing the patient's bedding.
- Helping patients move around.
- Aiding patients with their meals, which includes feeding them.
- Monitoring patient vitals.
- Bathing and grooming patients.
- Increased efficiency in medical record keeping through meticulous documentation of all administered medications, treatments provided, and relevant observations made during shifts.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care to patients with various illnesses and disabilities.
- Supported the physical well-being of patients through diligent monitoring of vital signs and timely reporting of any concerns or changes to the supervising nurse.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Supported the needs of 20+ residents under long-term care.
Certified Nurse Assistant
Windsor Medical Center
04.2014 - 07.2018
- Monitoring patients.
- Changing the patient's bedding.
- Helping patients move around.
- Aiding patients with their meals, which includes feeding them.
- Monitoring patient vitals.
- Bathing and grooming patients.
- Supported the needs of 15+ residents under long-term care.
- Streamlined patient transfers between units by coordinating efficiently with other CNAs, nurses, and healthcare providers.
- Assisted nursing staff with daily tasks, increasing efficiency and maintaining high-quality care.
- Continuously updated knowledge of best practices in CNA procedures through ongoing education courses, ensuring exceptional levels of care.
- Implemented customized care plans for patients with diverse needs, resulting in better overall health management.
- Monitored vital signs regularly, promptly reporting any abnormalities or changes to nursing staff.
- Administered medications safely and accurately, ensuring proper treatment for each patient.
- Provided excellent patient care, which resulted in a decrease in hospital readmissions.
Medical Assistant
Aspen Dental
07.2013 - 10.2014
- Maintain Guest charts and lab records.
- Medication administration, applying daily treatments and assessments when needed.
- Explaining treatment procedures to patients.
- Preparing patients for examinations.
- Assisting the physician during examinations.
- Collecting and preparing laboratory specimens
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic's commitment to quality care.
- Improved patient experiences by efficiently managing appointments and maintaining organized medical records.
- Conducted patient follow-up calls to monitor treatment progress and answer any questions.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic's commitment to quality care.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Performed phlebotomy tasks efficiently while ensuring minimal discomfort for patients during blood collection procedures.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs, and current complaints at intake.
Education
BS - Criminal Justice w/conc Homeland Sec/Counterterrorism
Southern New Hampshire University
New Hampton, NH10.2025
Medical Assistant - Science
Everest Institute
Rochester, NY01.2012
Skills
- Reliable team player
- Compassionate caregiver
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassionate
Accomplishments
- Supervised a team of 8 staff members.
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
Languages
Xhosa
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Certified Nurse Assistant
The Pavilion at Edgefield
07.2018 - Current
Certified Nurse Assistant
Windsor Medical Center
04.2014 - 07.2018
Medical Assistant
Aspen Dental
07.2013 - 10.2014
BS - Criminal Justice w/conc Homeland Sec/Counterterrorism
Southern New Hampshire University
Medical Assistant - Science
Everest Institute