Destiny Kromah
Minneapolis,MN
Summary
Compassionate Nursing Technician with extensive experience at M Health Fairview, excelling in patient care and safety. Proven ability to monitor vital signs and provide comfort care, enhancing patient well-being. Skilled in charting and teamwork, dedicated to delivering high-quality support in diverse healthcare settings. Committed to continuous professional development.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nursing Technician
M Health Fairview
Minneapolis, MN
03.2024 - Current
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Transported patients between rooms
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Delivered high-quality care to patients in orthopedics, emergency room , icu and med-surg hospital facilities
- Participated in continuing education programs to stay current on industry best practices while improving professional skills related to nursing technician duties and responsibilities.
- Provided safe transportation for immobile patients, ensuring comfort and security during transfers between beds or wheelchairs.
- Observed behaviors of patients for unusual reactions or changes in mood and attitude.
- Provided constant monitoring of patients to ensure safety and comfort.
Direct Support Professional
Sevita
Brooklyn Center, MN
11.2022 - Current
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Transported clients to medical and dental appointments to provide support.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
PCA
Anoka Prefessional
08.2022 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing.
- Ensured proper hygiene practices were followed by assisting with bathing, grooming tasks.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients, reducing the risk of infections and accidents.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
Lead Caregiver / Medpasser
Gracewood Assisted /Senior Living
07.2022 - 07.2023
- Assisted patients with mobility limitations through proper transfer techniques and adaptive devices to ensure safe movement within their homes.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
Education
Bachelor Of Science In Nursing - Nursing
Rasmussen University
Bloomington, MN12-2026
Skills
- Patient care
- Dressing assistance
- Patient safety
- Patient communication
- Geriatric care
- Patient transportation
- Charting
- Emergency response
- Patient feeding
- Patient ambulation
- Toileting assistance
- Comfort care
- Vital signs recording
- Attention to detail
- Basic life support
- CNA certification
- Catheter care
- Patient lifting
- Teamwork
Certification
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - State Boards of Nursing.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
- Home health aide
- Personal care assistant
Timeline
Nursing Technician
M Health Fairview
03.2024 - Current
Direct Support Professional
Sevita
11.2022 - Current
PCA
Anoka Prefessional
08.2022 - Current
Lead Caregiver / Medpasser
Gracewood Assisted /Senior Living
07.2022 - 07.2023
Bachelor Of Science In Nursing - Nursing
Rasmussen University