CYRILLIA MARIE JOSINE AKPO
LONE TREE,MD
Summary
Compassionate and Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with a strong foundation in patient care and over 5 years of hands-on experience in a home health setting. Motivated and willing to apply skills and compassionate care. Committed to supporting patients’ well-being and contributing to a collaborative healthcare team. Reliable and empathetic healthcare assistant seeking to support nursing staff by providing excellent patient care, maintaining cleanliness, and assisting with daily
Licensed Practical nurse, skilled in patient care, medication administration, and health monitoring. Strong focus on team collaboration, ensuring reliable support and adaptability to changing needs. Known for effective communication, problem-solving, and empathy in high-pressure environments. Prepared to contribute significantly to enhancing patient outcomes and overall healthcare quality. Track record of providing compassionate and attentive care, ensuring patient comfort and safety.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Adelphi Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
06.2025 - Current
- Assist with daily living activities (ADLs) to promote independence and quality of life.
- Maintain a clean and safe home environment, helping reduce the risk of falls and injuries.
- Assisted in developing individualized care plans, enhancing patient engagement and satisfaction.
- Conducted routine assessments and recorded vital signs for accurate health monitoring.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on health management practices and medication adherence.
- Implemented infection control measures, improving overall facility safety standards.
- Streamlined documentation processes, enhancing accuracy and efficiency in patient records management.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Delivered culturally competent care that respected diverse patient populations'' unique values, beliefs, and traditions.
- Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
Home Health Aide
HSC Home Care LLC
12.2019 - 10.2021
- Delivered personalized care plans for diverse patient needs under nurse supervision.
- Supported mobility and rehabilitation efforts for elderly and disabled clients.
- Ensured patient comfort and safety through diligent hygiene and monitoring.
Education
Bachelor’s Degree - Secretariat
Ecole Nationale d’Adminstration ed de Magistrature (University of Benin)
01-2009
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College Catholique Pere Aupiais
Benin01-2006
Skills
- Patient-Centered Care
- Time Management
- Provide Culturally Sensitive Care
- CPR
- Effective Communicator
- Speak English and French
- Vital signs monitoring
- Direct patient care
Certification
- Exp 10/30/2025 Licenses Practical Nurse (LPN): License #LP58502
- Exp 03/28/2027 Licensed Home Health Aid (HHA): License #HHA13975
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Adelphi Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
06.2025 - Current
Home Health Aide
HSC Home Care LLC
12.2019 - 10.2021
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College Catholique Pere Aupiais
Bachelor’s Degree - Secretariat
Ecole Nationale d’Adminstration ed de Magistrature (University of Benin)