Cynthia Onamu

University of Maryland Baltimore Washington Medical center

Glen Burnie, MD

03.2007 - Current

Reported any observed changes in behavior or physical condition to the nursing staff immediately.
Performed EKGs, phlebotomy, and other laboratory tests as directed by physician or RN.
Assisted patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
Observed changes in patient's conditions and reported any abnormalities to the RN on duty.
Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
Assisted in preparing patients for examinations and treatments, including vital signs monitoring.
Answered call lights promptly and responded appropriately to requests from patients, families, staff members.
Delivered outstanding patient care based on physical, psychological, educational and related criteria.
Responded to bell or light signal calls to assist patients with needs.
Assisted with patient admissions, discharges and transfers.
Recorded patient conditions and vital signs before and after medical operations.
Performed variety of delegated basic patient care services to support nursing functions and activities of daily living.
Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.

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