Emily Salawu
Summary
Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety, and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA/TMA
Oaklawn Rehabilitation Center
03.2022 - Current
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
PCA
International Quality Healthcare
06.2022 - 04.2023
- Helped patients maintain healthy skin by checking wounds, assessing integrity, and bathing bedbound individuals.
- Planned, prepared, and served meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
- Ran errands for patients, did shopping, and picked up other necessities.
- Monitored and maintained cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned station and service areas.
- Scheduled and accompanied clients to medical appointments.
PCA
Southern Minnesota Homecare
07.2021 - 05.2022
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Determined specific needs and provided most appropriate level of services for patient well-being.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
Home Health Aide
Home Instead Senior Care Home
07.2017 - 07.2021
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming, and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Performed laundry, grocery shopping, and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by the client.
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
- Assisted disabled clients to support their independence and well-being.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
South Central College
Mankato, MN12.2023
No Degree - Nursing
Winona State University
Winona, MNHigh School Diploma -
Mankato West Senior High School
Mankato, MN06.2016
Skills
- Interdisciplinary Communication
- Charting Expertise
- Geriatrics
- Consistent Follow Through
- Medication Assistance
- Monitor Vitals
- Efficient and Reliable Team Player
- Dementia and Alzheimer's Knowledge
- Critical Thinking
- Active Listening
- Compassionate Caregiver
- Epic Systems
Timeline
PCA
International Quality Healthcare
06.2022 - 04.2023
CNA/TMA
Oaklawn Rehabilitation Center
03.2022 - Current
PCA
Southern Minnesota Homecare
07.2021 - 05.2022
Home Health Aide
Home Instead Senior Care Home
07.2017 - 07.2021
Associate of Science - Nursing
South Central College
No Degree - Nursing
Winona State University
High School Diploma -
Mankato West Senior High School
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