Daniel Girma
Alexandria,Virginia
Summary
Personable and reliable, with strong commitment to patient care and well-being. Knowledge of medication administration protocols and proficiency in maintaining accurate patient records. Dedicated to positively impacting patient health and ensuring safe, effective medication management.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Medication Aide
Arbor Terrace Assisted Living
08.2024 - Current
- Monitored medication storage area to maintain medication security and control.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Took patient vital signs, height, and weight measurements and monitored glucose and patient wellbeing.
- Supported nursing staff by monitoring patients for side effects or adverse reactions to medications.
- Reduced medication errors by maintaining accurate documentation of administered medications.
- Supported needs of 60+ residents under long-term care.
Lead Medication Aide
Sunrise Senior Living
02.2023 - Current
- Documented medication administration into electronic medical records (EMR) to avoid duplication of medication dosages.
- Reordered medication to maintain adequate supply.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Prepared medication doses accurately by following medication administration record (MAR) written by healthcare providers.
- Supported needs of 60 residents under long-term care.
Certified Nurse Anesthetist
Yakatite 12 Hospital Medical College
01.2012 - 03.2023
- Performed pre-anesthetic physical evaluations and patient interviews and documented results.
- Administered and maintained anesthesia and confirmed proper sedation and pain management.
- Developed anesthesia care plan based on past medical history, current status and surgical requirements.
- Managed emergency situations by initiating or participating in cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
- Coordinated skilled emergency response and medical interventions to stabilize patients and treat specific symptoms.
- Ensured smooth transitions from surgery to recovery by coordinating postoperative care with recovery room nurses and physicians.
- Safeguarded patient confidentiality while maintaining comprehensive medical records compliant with HIPAA regulations.
- Administered post-anesthesia medications or fluids to support patients' cardiovascular systems.
- Collaborated with surgeons and healthcare teams to develop customized anesthesia plans tailored to individual patient needs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Clinical Nursing
Central Health College
Addis Abba, Ethiopia03-2019
Master of Science - Advanced Anesthesia Nursing
Harar Health Science College
Harar, Ethiopia06-2010
Clinical Nurse Diploma - Nursing
Central Health Science College
Addis Abba, Ethiopia03-2005
Skills
- Vital sign monitoring
- ADL support
- Medication administration
- Clinical judgment
- Compassionate care
- HIV and AIDS care
- Client advocacy
Certification
- First Aid Certification - American Heart Association.
- Certified Medication Aide (CMA) - Virginia Board of Nursing.
Languages
Amharic
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Certified Medication Aide
Arbor Terrace Assisted Living
08.2024 - Current
Lead Medication Aide
Sunrise Senior Living
02.2023 - Current
Certified Nurse Anesthetist
Yakatite 12 Hospital Medical College
01.2012 - 03.2023
- First Aid Certification - American Heart Association.
- Certified Medication Aide (CMA) - Virginia Board of Nursing.
Bachelor of Science - Clinical Nursing
Central Health College
Master of Science - Advanced Anesthesia Nursing
Harar Health Science College
Clinical Nurse Diploma - Nursing
Central Health Science College
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