Elizabeth Kwakyewaa Ofosu
Germantown, MD,MD
Summary
Dedicated CNA with extensive experience at Henrietta Oduro, adept in vital signs monitoring and compassionate communication. Excelled in enhancing patient safety and comfort, achieving a significant reduction in stress levels through empathy and active listening. Skilled in HIPAA compliance and patient care, consistently delivering high-quality support and promoting effective infection control practices.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
Mark Odei Ntim
Rockville, MD
09.2017 - Current
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Participated in ongoing educational opportunities in order to stay up-to-date on best practices in nursing care.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
CNA
Henrietta Oduro
Germantown, MD
04.2007 - 09.2015
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
Education
Nursing
Cambridge Nursing Academy
438N Frederick Ave #21506.2024
Skills
- Patient Care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassion and Empathy
- Bathing Assistance
- Feeding Assistance
- Dressing assistance
- Compassionate communication
- Patient Transfers
- Toileting assistance
- Recording vital signs
- Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
- HIPAA Compliance
- Safety Precautions
Timeline
CNA
Mark Odei Ntim
09.2017 - Current
CNA
Henrietta Oduro
04.2007 - 09.2015
Nursing
Cambridge Nursing Academy