CATHY KUNGU

• Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
• Managed care from admission to discharge.
• Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
• Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
• Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
• Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
• Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
• Assisted patients in performance of routine recovery and mobility exercises, providing support when getting in and out of bed as well as walking and stretching.

Places i went for my clinical rotations include; Aeigis Living- Bellevue, Western State hospital- Tacoma, Rainier School- Buckley and Score Jail- Des moines.

• Collaborated with nurse preceptors and other medical staff to achieve quality patient outcome goals.
• Transported patients between unit rooms and scanning locations for diverse procedures.
• Helped physicians complete procedures such as lumbar punctures by supporting patients and organizing necessary supplies.
• Built rapport with patients and members of patients' support systems.
• Administered close patient care, checked vital signs and monitored telemetry.
• Covid and flu vaccines
• Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage and other areas to meet typical patient loads.
• Researched different diagnoses to become familiar with presentation and treatment protocols.
• Coordinated meal and snack deliveries, assisted with feeding and charted intake for review.
• Monitored each patient to meet appropriate care and document status changes.
• Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
• Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
• Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
• Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.

Places worked include but not limited to: Auburn post Acute, Avamere Richmond beach, Bremerton Health and Rehab, Ashley gardens Bremerton, Weatherly Inn, Alaska gardens, Alderwood Bellingham, Easthaven Villa, Manor Care, Brookdale, Transitional care seattle, Stafford healthcare Belmont, Seattle medical post Acute etc

• Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments.
• Utilized nursing knowledge to identify patient needs and offer appropriate remedies.
• Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
• Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
• Furthered skills by actively taking part in employee training and taking classes to improve skills.

• Documented residents' behavior in terms of mental status, sleeping and eating patterns in medical record books.
• Administer and assist with medication.
• Order meds and refills from pharmacy.
• Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
• Obtained client medical history, including medication information, symptoms and allergies.
• Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
• Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs.
• Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments.
• Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
• Performed basic standardized wound care procedures by applying hot and cold packs and applying dressings and bandages to patients.
• Secured patient information and maintained patient confidentiality by completing and safeguarding all medical records.
• Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
• Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
• Complied with all company-specific guidelines and performed hands-on nursing care to patients under RN supervision.
• Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.

• Administer medication in accordance to the facility's policy and procedure.
• Coordinate with nurses to assist with resident care.
• Record medication dosage and time.
• Observe and document changes in their condition.
• Uphold health and safety standards.
• Respond to patient emergency call signals or intercom systems to identify resident needs
• Gather samples for analysis.
• Evaluate residents to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
• Obtained client medical history, including medication information, symptoms and allergies.
• Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs and preparing assistive devices.
• Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
• Answered call lights and supported resident comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.

• Examining patients for wounds and bruises
• Offered social support by transporting individuals to events and activities, in addition to medical appointments and shopping trips.
• Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
• Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.
• Supervised daily activities and provided assistance when needed.
• Maintained clean, safe and well-organized resident environment.
• Interacted kindly with residents and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
• Administered medication to six clients as directed by physician.
• Offered support for client mental and emotional needs to enhance physical outcomes and overall happiness.
• Administered medication as directed by physician.
• Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.