Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Education and Training
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Catherine Agborkey

The Bronx,NY

Summary

Driven and compassionate healthcare professional with extensive experience at Citadel Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, adept in vital signs monitoring and providing exceptional patient care. Excelled in multitasking and compassionate communication, significantly enhancing patient comfort and independence. Demonstrated proficiency in critical thinking and patient transfers, contributing to a positive healthcare environment.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Certificate Nurse Aid

Citadel nursing and rehabilitation center
The Bronx, NY
11.2021 - Current

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  • Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
  • Educated patients on self-care techniques that would help them maintain their independence.
  • Used mobility devices to transport patients.
  • Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
  • Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
  • Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.

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  • Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
  • Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
  • Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
  • Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
  • Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
  • Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
  • Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and
  • Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
  • Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
  • Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
  • Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
  • Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.

Student Nurse

Montefiore Medical Center: Jack D. Weiler Hospital
Bronx, NY
01.2023 - 05.2025
  • Read and understood patient assignment list and reviewed charts to check for special conditions.
  • Participated in clinical simulations and workshops to enhance nursing skills and knowledge.
  • Observed quality and comfort services delivered by nursing staff and expanded patient care abilities.
  • Operated under direction of licensed nursing professionals and pursued opportunities to learn new skills.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported abnormalities to the supervising nurse.
  • Assisted with the setup and operation of medical equipment, such as EKG machines and patient monitors.

CNA

Fordham nursing and rehabilitation center
Bronx , NY
09.2019 - 03.2020
  • Used mobility devices to transport patients.
  • Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
  • Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing (ADN)

Bronx Community College
Bronx, NY
05-2025

Certification - Certified Nurses Aid

Hostos Community College
Bronx, NY
07-2019

High School Diploma -

Aggrey Memorial Senior High Scholl
Ghana
06-2007

Skills

  • Patient transfers
  • Lifting and transferring
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Critical thinking
  • Time management
  • Active listening
  • Bathing assistance
  • Problem-solving
  • Dressing assistance
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Compassionate communication
  • Patient care

Accomplishments

  • Honor roll
  • Dean and presidential list

Education and Training

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References

References available upon request.

Languages

Twi
Professional
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Professional

Timeline

Student Nurse

Montefiore Medical Center: Jack D. Weiler Hospital
01.2023 - 05.2025

Certificate Nurse Aid

Citadel nursing and rehabilitation center
11.2021 - Current

CNA

Fordham nursing and rehabilitation center
09.2019 - 03.2020

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing (ADN)

Bronx Community College

Certification - Certified Nurses Aid

Hostos Community College

High School Diploma -

Aggrey Memorial Senior High Scholl
Catherine Agborkey