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Reading, walking,
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Esther Catherine Ndambiri

Elmer,NJ

Summary

Highly motivated care giver. Value patient needs and promote autonomy. Sensitive to patient needs and promote patient safety. Appreciate and promote team work at all levels. 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

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Certified Nursing Assistant

Assisi House
11.2016 - 04.2023
  • 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.
  • Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
  • Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
  • Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
  • Managed more than twelve patients per day.
  • Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
  • Cared for at least fifteen 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.
  • Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
  • Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
  • Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
  • Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
  • Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
  • Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
  • Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
  • Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
  • Managed care of more than thirty clients with two assistants with more than 80% client satisfaction.
  • Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment

Certified Nursing Assistant

Bishop McCarthy Residence
01.2012 - 06.2021
  • 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 every four hours such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Documented client finding in computer.
  • Managed care for more than fifteen patients per shift and dad strong team work skills.
  • Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
  • Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
  • Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
  • Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment. Improved patient care with 10%
  • Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
  • Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
  • Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
  • Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
  • Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
  • Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
  • Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
  • Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
  • Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
  • Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
  • Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
  • Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
  • Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals
  • Delivered high-quality care to orthopedic patients.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients
  • Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs
  • Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment
  • Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms
  • Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks
  • Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction

Education

High School Diploma -

Kiamwathi Secondary School
Kenya
11.2003

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Neumann University
Aston Mills, PA
05.2023

Certified Nursing Assistant - Certified Nursing Assistance Training

AI CNA Training Center.
Camden, NJ
03.2011

Skills

  • Chronic Disease Management- Safety in transferring patients with hypertension and stroke to prevent fall
  • Wound Care
  • Chronic Disease Management
  • Catheter Change and Preparation
  • Family Support and Assistance
  • Monitoring blood glucose and communicating finding to nurses

Accomplishments

  • Collaborated with team of six CNAs in the development of zero pressure ulcers in my unit.
  • Achieved staff safety through effectively helping with assistive devices while transferring the clients.

Affiliations

A catholic nun belonging to the order of Sisters of Mary Immaculate.

Reading, walking,

I Like reading spiritual books to boost my spirit and I encourage others to read a particular book that I find interesting.


I find great connection with nature. By walking I appreciate people and  I encounter on my way. I also find relive from stressful situations through a purposeful walking.

Languages

Swahili
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Certified Nursing Assistant

Assisi House
11.2016 - 04.2023

Certified Nursing Assistant

Bishop McCarthy Residence
01.2012 - 06.2021

High School Diploma -

Kiamwathi Secondary School

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Neumann University

Certified Nursing Assistant - Certified Nursing Assistance Training

AI CNA Training Center.

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