Doris Awala
New York,NY
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated healthcare professional with extensive experience at Bezalel Rehabilitation and Nursing Center. Proven expertise in patient care and vital signs monitoring, enhancing patient safety and well-being. Skilled in meal preparation and personal hygiene assistance, fostering independence and dignity in clients. Committed to collaborative care and continuous improvement in health outcomes.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Home Health Aide
Preferred Home Health
12.2024 - Current
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing comfort and independence.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to clients, fostering positive relationships.
- Monitored client health status, reporting changes to healthcare professionals for timely intervention.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety of client environments, promoting hygiene and well-being.
- Documented client progress and care activities accurately in compliance with policies.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance skills and knowledge of caregiving best practices.
- Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
- Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
- Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
- Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
- Assisted with meal planning and preparation according to dietary restrictions, meeting nutritional needs while adhering to personal preferences.
- Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Monitored client health by performing routine pulse, temperature and blood pressure checks.
- Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
- Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
- Monitored vital signs regularly, promptly reporting any abnormalities or concerns to supervising nurse or physician.
- Promptly responded to emergency situations such as falls or medical crises providing immediate care and contacting appropriate personnel when necessary.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop individualized care plans, addressing specific needs and goals of each patient.
- Monitored changes in clients' conditions to report concerns to supervisor.
- Assisted clients with living independently through skill-building and mentoring in areas such as housekeeping adaptations and preparation of healthy meals.
- Utilized universal precautions and infection control principles in all aspects of care.
- Documented vital statistics and coordinated with health care providers.
Intensive Care Unit Clinical Nurse
Bezalel Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
10.2025 - 10.2025
- Administered patient care plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions for timely interventions.
- Assisted in the implementation of infection control protocols to enhance patient safety.
- Educated patients and families on post-discharge care and rehabilitation processes.
Education
Certified Nursing Assistant - Medical Social Work
Prime Vocational Training Institute
216-19 Merrick Boulevard Laurelton , NY 11413 09.2025 - 10.2025
HHA - Home Health Aide
Igban’s Institute of Vocational Training,
216-19 Merrick Boulevard Springfield Gardens, NY 1 2023.03 - 2025.04
High School Diploma - GCE
Jowiri Grammar School, Ajagba
Okitipupa Ondo State. Nigeria 09.1985 - 11.1990
Skills
- Patient care
- Meal preparation
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Vital signs monitoring
- Bathing assistance
- Housekeeping
- Dressing assistance
- Light housekeeping
Accomplishments
- Achieved [Result] through effectively helping with [Task].
Certification
- HHA - Home Health Aide
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Languages
English
Interests
- Participating in cooking contests and challenges to showcase culinary skills and creativity
- Engaging in food photography and sharing culinary creations on social media
- I enjoy cooking for friends and family gatherings
Timeline
Intensive Care Unit Clinical Nurse
Bezalel Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
10.2025 - 10.2025
Certified Nursing Assistant - Medical Social Work
Prime Vocational Training Institute
09.2025 - 10.2025
Home Health Aide
Preferred Home Health
12.2024 - Current
HHA - Home Health Aide
Igban’s Institute of Vocational Training,
2023.03 - 2025.04
High School Diploma - GCE
Jowiri Grammar School, Ajagba
09.1985 - 11.1990
Excellent Attenance
I got an Award of Excellent Attendance during my Certified Nursing Assistant Courses