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Work History
Education
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Accomplishments
Certification
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David Kiiru

Tacoma

Summary

Dedicated CNA with extensive experience in patient care and crisis intervention, notably at Wellfound Behavioural Health Hospital. Excelled in team collaboration and compassionate patient support, enhancing patient well-being and safety. Proficient in vital signs monitoring and employing de-escalation techniques, achieving a significant improvement in patient satisfaction and safety protocols.

State-certified Nursing Assistant bringing senior-level experience in healthcare settings. Observant and reliable with good bedside manner and excellent time-management skills to address patient requirements in high-volume care facilities. Proficient in mobility and personal hygiene support.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

CNA Care Giver

Actriv Healthcare Inc
09.2022 - Current
  • Communicated effectively with healthcare team to coordinate patient care plans.
  • Supported mobility exercises to enhance patient physical well-being.
  • Employed infection control protocols to maintain sterile environment.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported significant changes to nursing staff.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.

CNA Care Giver

Family Resource Home Care
10.2019 - Current

Administering medications, wound care, and health assessments for individual patients

Assisting elderly or disabled individuals with daily activities like bathing, dressing, and mobility.

Observing, noticing, and reporting any changes in a patient's physical or emotional condition, such as changes in skin color, mood, or behavior, and reporting these changes to the nurse, helping to ensure timely interventions.

Treating each patient with respect and dignity, honoring their individuality and preferences, and promoting their autonomy.

CNA Care Giver

Benevolent Health Care Services
05.2019 - Current
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
  • Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.

CNA

Restoration Health Services
04.2019 - Current
  • Operated electronic health records system to update patient information accurately.
  • Supported mobility exercises to enhance patient physical well-being.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported significant changes to nursing staff.
  • Employed infection control protocols to maintain sterile environment.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.

Mental Health Technician (MHT)

Wellfound Behavioural Health Hospital
02.2022 - 01.2023
  • Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being.
  • Helped patients with meals, activities of daily living (ADLs) and facility transfers to promote security and patient well-being.
  • Provided crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques for patients experiencing emotional distress or exhibiting aggressive behaviors.
  • Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Clover Park Technical College
Lakewood, WA
09-2023

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Bates Technical College
Tacoma, WA
09-2023

Nursing

Chattahoochee Technical College
Marietta, GA
09-2017

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Kennesaw State University
Kennesaw, GA
09-2012

High School Diploma -

Karuri High School
Kiambaa Kiambu Kenya
01-2000

Skills

  • Time management
  • Patient care
  • Assisting with daily living activities
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Compassion and empathy
  • Team collaboration
  • Patient transfers
  • Basic life support
  • Range of motions
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Crisis Intervention, rresponding to patients in crisis, using de-escalation techniques to help them manage their emotions and prevent harm to themselves or others
  • Ensuring the safety of patients and staff by adhering to safety protocols, monitoring for potential hazards, and intervening in situations that may compromise safety

Accomplishments

    Provided compassionate assistance with daily living activities

    Helped streamline patient care by ensuring timely documentation and coordination with nurses

    Assisted nurses in emergencies, such as responding to code blues or handling aggressive patients with de-escalation techniques.

    Used therapeutic communication to calm agitated or suicidal patients, preventing incidents and ensuring safety.

    Received positive feedback or awards from supervisors and patients' families for outstanding care and dedication.

Certification


  • Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
  • CPR/AED Certification
  • ServSafe Food Handler's Certification
  • Certified Nursing Assistance


Languages

English
Full Professional
Swahili
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

CNA Care Giver

Actriv Healthcare Inc
09.2022 - Current

Mental Health Technician (MHT)

Wellfound Behavioural Health Hospital
02.2022 - 01.2023

CNA Care Giver

Family Resource Home Care
10.2019 - Current

CNA Care Giver

Benevolent Health Care Services
05.2019 - Current

CNA

Restoration Health Services
04.2019 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Clover Park Technical College

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Bates Technical College

Nursing

Chattahoochee Technical College

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Kennesaw State University

High School Diploma -

Karuri High School
David Kiiru