Emelia Owoo
Galloway,NJ
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate, with a proven track record at Seashore Gardens Living Center, enhancing patient comfort and safety. Excelled in patient care and vital signs monitoring, significantly reducing bedsores by regular patient repositioning. A reliable team player, adept in both emotional support and stringent infection control practices, consistently fostering trust and improving care standards.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurses Aide
Seashore Gardens Living Center
09.2010 - Current
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams in developing individualized care plans that addressed each patient''s unique needs.
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills by prioritizing tasks based on urgency while maintaining high-quality patient care standards.
- Streamlined workflow efficiency by stocking supplies, sterilizing equipment, and maintaining clean workstations for nurses'' use.
- Furthered skills by actively taking part in employee training and taking classes to improve skills.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing personalized care and addressing individual needs.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering trust and rapport.
- Participated in ongoing professional development, attending staff meetings and training sessions to stay current on best practices within the nursing profession.
- Reduced instances of bedsores by regularly turning and repositioning patients as per care plan.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary environment for patients, ensuring infection control practices were followed diligently.
- 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.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Supported needs of Number+ residents under long-term care.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
Medication Aide
Spring Homes
12.2009 - Current
- Took patient vital signs, height, and weight measurements and monitored glucose and patient wellbeing.
- Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.
- Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
- Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.
- Reported changes in patient status regarding drug therapy.
- Administered prescribed drugs to high-volume patient caseload.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment by adhering to infection control protocols during medication administration.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement within the facility through active participation in staff training initiatives related to medication administration.
- Demonstrated comprehensive knowledge of state regulations regarding medication administration, staying current on updates as needed.
- Supported the nursing staff with essential tasks, streamlining the overall care process.
- Demonstrated adaptability in the face of medical emergencies, providing crucial assistance during critical situations as needed.
- Enhanced patient health by accurately administering prescribed medications according to schedule.
- Assisted in inventory management, ensuring an adequate stock of medications was always available for patients'' needs.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Counted and recorded medication inventory routinely to maintain medication security and control.
- Reordered medication to maintain adequate supply.
- Prepared medication doses accurately by following medication administration record (MAR) written by healthcare providers.
- Turned and repositioned patients to prevent bedsores.
Education
Associate Degree In General Studies. - Psychology
Atlantic Cape Community College
Mays Landing, NJ05.2012
Associate Degree In Computer Science - Computer.
Westchester Community College
Valhalla, NY05.2005
Skills
- Bathing assistance
- Patient care
- Basic life support
- Vital signs monitoring
- Bedside manner
- Feeding assistance
- Patient transfers
- Compassion and empathy
- Toileting assistance
- Reliable team player
- Direct patient care
- HIPAA compliance
- Recording vital signs
- Patient-focused care
- Collecting vital signs
- Dressing assistance
- Patient lifting
- Supporting personal needs
Timeline
Nurses Aide
Seashore Gardens Living Center
09.2010 - Current
Medication Aide
Spring Homes
12.2009 - Current
Associate Degree In General Studies. - Psychology
Atlantic Cape Community College
Associate Degree In Computer Science - Computer.
Westchester Community College
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