Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Accomplishments
Certification
Languages
Timeline
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Damaris Gathoni

Lenexa,KS

Summary

Dedicated and knowledgeable Medication Aide and Certified Nurse Assistant with a passion for providing exceptional patient care. Experienced

in administering medications and treatments, recognizing potential medication interactions and side effects, and reporting adverse reactions

promptly. Skilled in maintaining accurate patient records and in communicating effectively with patients and medical staff. Able to work

collaboratively with others to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Nurse Assistant & Medication Aide

Kare Technologies
Overland Park, Kansas
01.2022 - Current
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal hygiene tasks.
  • Monitored and recorded vital signs for patient health assessments.
  • Communicated effectively with nursing staff regarding patient needs and condition changes.
  • Maintained cleanliness and safety of patient environments in compliance with protocols.
  • Documented patient care activities accurately in electronic health records systems.
  • Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
  • Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
  • Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar, and heart rate.

Certified Nurse Assistant & Medication Aide

Anthology of Overland Park
Overland Park, Kansas
06.2021 - 02.2023

Assisting patients with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.

Helping patients with mobility and transfer, such as moving from a bed to a wheelchair or vice versa.

Monitoring patients' vital signs, including blood pressure, temperature, and pulse.

Assisting with feeding and hydration, including assisting with meals and providing water or other fluids as needed

Administering medications to patients as directed by nursing staff or physicians.

Monitoring patients for adverse reactions to medications and reporting any concerns to nursing staff.

Maintaining accurate medication records, including recording the time and dosage of medications administered.

Ordering and maintaining medication supplies and equipment.

Assisting nursing staff with medication-related tasks, such as preparing medications for administration or monitoring patients for medication

effectiveness.

Co-Founder

Winners Animal Feeds
Nairobi, Kenya
09.2018 - 01.2020

Developing and executing a product acquisition strategy to ensure the business has the right products to meet customer demand.

Prioritizing and multitasking effectively to ensure deadlines are set and met for product acquisition, marketing, and sales initiatives.

Following up on sales leads and provide excellent customer service to ensure customer satisfaction and repeat business.

Identifying and working with new business areas and pinpoint areas for improvement to increase sales and profitability.

Contacting potential clients to establish rapport and arrange meetings to discuss business opportunities.

Operations Manager

PMCS Limited
Nairobi, Kenya
07.2017 - 09.2018

Efficiently planned, organized, and administered office activities to ensure smooth and effective operations.

Stayed informed of new developments related to my functions and maintain a creative and experimental attitude toward change to

continuously improve operations.

Fostered a positive work environment that encourages the development, retention, and high morale of personnel.

Promoted collaboration among staff and coordinate activities with other departments to ensure an integrated effort across the organization.

Attended professional meetings and represent the office as authorized by my supervisor.

Partnered with the marketing department to assess initiatives and provide suggestions to improve returns.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - CNA & CMA

Mid-America College of Health Sciences
10000 W 75th St #241, Merriam, Ks 66204

Skills

Attention to Detail Client Support Patient care skills Clinical skills

Communication skills Physical endurance Medication administration

skills

Knowledge of medication

interactions

Professionalism Proficiency in Clinical Systems

and Programs

Risk Management Strong Presentation and

Reporting Skills

Strong Work Ethic Team Management Time Management Training and Development

Affiliations

  • Live Music Performances
  • Corporate Social Responsibility Participation
  • Healthcare Management
  • Traveling

Accomplishments

P.A. (President's Awards) Scheme - Self-development

program

Certification

  • CNA AideID: 254772
  • CMA AideID: 254772

Languages

English
Full Professional
Swahili
Native/ Bilingual

Timeline

Certified Nurse Assistant & Medication Aide

Kare Technologies
01.2022 - Current

Certified Nurse Assistant & Medication Aide

Anthology of Overland Park
06.2021 - 02.2023

Co-Founder

Winners Animal Feeds
09.2018 - 01.2020

Operations Manager

PMCS Limited
07.2017 - 09.2018

Some College (No Degree) - CNA & CMA

Mid-America College of Health Sciences