Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
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Certification
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Fasika Tesfahunegn

Las vegas,NV

Summary

Dedicated CNA with extensive experience at CNS CARE and other healthcare settings, excelling in patient care and vital signs monitoring. Demonstrated compassion and empathy, enhancing patient satisfaction and well-being. Proven ability in employing infection control practices and electronic charting, contributing to a 20% improvement in patient recovery times. A reliable team player committed to healthcare excellence.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

CNA

CNS CARE
07.2024 - Current
  • Communicated effectively with healthcare team to coordinate patient care plans.
  • Operated electronic health records system to update patient information accurately.
  • Employed infection control protocols to maintain sterile environment.
  • Supported mobility exercises to enhance patient physical well-being.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported significant changes to nursing staff.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.

CNA

Brightstar Healthcare Agency
08.2022 - 10.2023
  • Employed infection control protocols to maintain sterile environment.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive 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.

CNA

Evercare
10.2019 - 06.2022
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
  • Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
  • Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.

CNA

Kinderd Hospital
02.2020 - 05.2020
  • Communicated effectively with healthcare team to coordinate patient care plans.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported significant changes to nursing staff.
  • Operated electronic health records system to update patient information accurately.
  • Employed infection control protocols to maintain sterile environment.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
  • Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
  • Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
  • Contributed to successful discharge planning through coordination with social services and rehabilitation facilities.

Education

CNA Certification - CNA

Standard of Excellence
Las Vegas, NV
12.2018

Graduate Certificate - Cosmology

Bay Vista Beauty College
San Diego, CA
05.2005

ESL CLASS - English

City College of San Diego
San Diego, CA
06.2004

Skills

  • Time management
  • Patient care
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Compassion and empathy
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Bathing assistance
  • Feeding assistance
  • Basic life support
  • Dressing assistance
  • Emotional support
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Active listening
  • Toileting assistance
  • Lifting and transferring
  • Infection control practices
  • Reliable team player
  • Recording vital signs
  • Safety precautions
  • Collecting vital signs
  • Compassionate
  • Electronic charting
  • Mobility assistance
  • Healthcare ethics
  • Valid state driver's license
  • Preparing meals
  • Reliable transportation
  • Meal planning
  • General housekeeping

Certification

  • Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) - American Red Cross.
  • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - State Boards of Nursing.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
  • Infection Control Certificate(IC)-Various providers offer courses that certify knowledge in preventing the spread of infections within healthcare facilities.
  • State Driver's License
  • Cosmology License

Timeline

CNA

CNS CARE
07.2024 - Current

CNA

Brightstar Healthcare Agency
08.2022 - 10.2023

CNA

Kinderd Hospital
02.2020 - 05.2020

CNA

Evercare
10.2019 - 06.2022

CNA Certification - CNA

Standard of Excellence

Graduate Certificate - Cosmology

Bay Vista Beauty College

ESL CLASS - English

City College of San Diego
Fasika Tesfahunegn