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Didacus Nyaenya

Didacus Nyaenya

Minneapolis,MN

Summary

Certified Nursing Assistant dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care in psychiatric and medical-surgical environments. Strong expertise in crisis intervention and collaborative treatment planning, emphasizing patient safety and well-being through effective communication and support.

Overview

1
1
Certification
11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Motor Transport Operator

US Army National Guard
Little Falls, Minnesota
10.2025 - Current
  • Operated military vehicles during training and deployment missions.
  • Conducted vehicle inspections to ensure safety and operational readiness.
  • Coordinated transportation logistics for personnel and equipment movement.
  • Maintained accurate vehicle maintenance records and reports.
  • Implemented safety protocols to minimize risks during transport operations.
  • Collaborated with team members to optimize route planning and efficiency.
  • Managed fuel logistics and inventory for various military vehicles.

Nursing Station Technician

Mhealth Fairview
, MN
06.2024 - Current

Assisted patients with daily needs to promote comfort and overall well-being.

  • Assisted in implementing individualized care plans in collaboration with nursing staff and physicians.
  • Monitored and documented patient behaviors, promptly reporting changes to clinical team
  • Supported patients in daily activities, prioritizing safety and facilitating therapeutic engagement.

Home Health Aide

Legacy Care
06.2024 - 04.2025
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare professionals.
  • Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance client well-being.
  • Administered medication as prescribed, maintaining adherence to medical guidelines.

Psychiatric Assistant

Mathari Hospital
01.2016 - 02.2024

Psychiatric Assistant

(including Mathari Hospital Psychiatric Unit & Med-Surg Float assignments)

  • Conduct safety checks of patients through visual observation and documentation.
  • Perform room, belonging, and unit searches to maintain a secure therapeutic environment.
  • Respond to and participate in de-escalation of patients, applying physical intervention techniques as trained.
  • Collaborate with treatment teams in milieu management to implement treatment plans and daily living routines.
  • Delivered educational programming to individuals and groups according to treatment plans.
  • Recognize and report signs and symptoms of psychiatric diagnoses and medical conditions.
  • Actively participate in emergency response situations following established protocols.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Rasmussen University
Brooklyn Park, MN
07-2026

Nursing Assistant

North Metro Health
Minneapolis, MN
05-2024

Some College (No Degree) - psychiatric technician

Kenya Medical Training College
Nairobi,Kenya
06-2016

Bachelor of Arts - Purchasing And Supplies Management

Jomo Kenyatta University
Juja ,Kenya
12-2016

High School Diploma -

St. John’s Seminary
Rakwaro
12-2010

Skills

  • Patient safety checks & documentation
  • Crisis prevention & physical intervention (trained in de-escalation)
  • Milieu management & treatment team collaboration
  • Basic patient care & daily living support
  • Knowledge of psychiatric diagnoses, signs/symptoms, and interventions
  • Emergency response & first aid
  • Verbal and written communication in a professional manner
  • Logistics coordination
  • Adherence to Behavioral Services policies and procedures
  • Vehicle maintenance
  • Route optimization
  • Record keeping
  • Emergency response
  • Safety inspections

Certification

  • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) – State of Minnesota
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) – American Heart Association
  • Psychiatric technician - Kenya medical technical college
  • First Aid Certification – St John’s Ambulance

Timeline

Motor Transport Operator

US Army National Guard
10.2025 - Current

Nursing Station Technician

Mhealth Fairview
06.2024 - Current

Home Health Aide

Legacy Care
06.2024 - 04.2025

Psychiatric Assistant

Mathari Hospital
01.2016 - 02.2024

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Rasmussen University

Nursing Assistant

North Metro Health

Some College (No Degree) - psychiatric technician

Kenya Medical Training College

Bachelor of Arts - Purchasing And Supplies Management

Jomo Kenyatta University

High School Diploma -

St. John’s Seminary
Didacus Nyaenya