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Chinwendu Akwuba

New Haven,CT

Summary

Certified Advanced Medication Aide with strong background in medication administration and patient care within diverse healthcare settings. Possesses knowledge of proper dosing, side effects, interactions, and contraindications. Demonstrates skills in managing large patient loads while maintaining high standards of care. Has contributed to improved patient outcomes through diligent attention to each individual's medication needs.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Medication Aide

Mary Wade Home
New Haven, CT
04.2024 - Current
  • Administered prescribed medications to patients and maintained related medical records under supervision.
  • Responded promptly to changes in patient condition or needs that require alteration in medication therapy.
  • Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
  • Maintained accurate records regarding patient's medical history, vital signs and progress notes.
  • Managed the storage of hazardous drugs and disposal of expired and unused medications according to policy guidelines.
  • Provided support and assistance to nursing staff with patient care activities.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Mary Wade Home
New Haven, CT
04.2024 - Current
  • Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
  • Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
  • Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
  • Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
  • Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
  • Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
  • Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
  • Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
  • Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Southern Connecticut University
Hamden, CT
12-2026

Skills

  • [Medication Administration] certified
  • [Nurse Assistant] certified
  • [EKG Technician] certified
  • [Phlebotomy Technician ] certified

Certification

  • NHA CET Certified EKG Technician
  • NHA CPT Certified Phlebotomist Technician
  • Certified Nurse Assistant
  • Certified Medication Technician

Accomplishments

  • YALE PATHWAY TO SCIENCE EXPLORING SCIENCE WITH YALE SCIENTISTS (2020-2021)
  • YALE PATHWAY TO ART & HUMANITIES POETRY/ OBJECTS(FALL 2020)
  • YALE SOM YOUNG LEADERSHIP LAUNCH (2021)
  • YALE DISCOVERY TO CURE MEDICAL CONFERENCE(2021)
  • YALE PATHWAY TO SCIENCE

Timeline

Certified Medication Aide

Mary Wade Home
04.2024 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant

Mary Wade Home
04.2024 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Southern Connecticut University

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