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Fiskani Kalimanjira
Wallingford,CT
Summary
Compassionate CNA with experience in float pool settings, known for high productivity and efficient completion of tasks. Skilled in patient care, emergency response, and infection control. Excel at communication, adaptability, and empathy, ensuring optimal patient comfort and safety. Motivated Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) with experience in diverse patient care settings, including float pool operations. Strengths include solid clinical skills, adeptness at multitasking, and ability to adapt quickly to changing environments. Consistently deliver high-quality patient care while contributing to team success through reliability and collaborative problem-solving. Previous work has resulted in improved patient satisfaction and streamlined departmental processes. Experienced healthcare team member proficient in biological specimen collection, mobility assistance and emergency situation management. Demonstrated strengths in building relationships, prioritizing tasks and managing time effectively. Hardworking and dedicated professional.
Overview
6
years of professional experience
2
Certification
Work History
MAS Medical StaffingManchester, NH
CNA, Float Pool
04.2024 - Current
Job overview
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living, such as bathing, grooming and dressing.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families.
- Monitored vital signs including temperature, pulse, respiration rate and blood pressure.
- Transferred patients in wheelchairs or with gurneys to other units or departments within the facility.
- Collected specimens for laboratory testing.
- Reported changes in patient's condition to nursing staff.
- Prepared and served meals according to prescribed diets.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient requests quickly.
- Cared for residents by changing linens, washing and ironing laundry, cleaning rooms and bathrooms.
- Performed range of motion exercises with immobile patients under direction of a licensed nurse.
- Assisted nurses with treatments such as enemas, douches or catheterizations per physician orders.
- Responded to emergency situations using proper protocol and providing basic life support when needed.
- Maintained a safe environment for the residents by adhering to infection control protocols.
- Administered medications orally or topically as directed by physicians or registered nurses.
- Communicated effectively with interdisciplinary team members regarding patient care needs.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining accuracy in documentation.
- Provided float pool coverage at various facilities throughout the city.
- Utilized electronic medical records system accurately to document all pertinent information.
- Ensured that all supplies were properly stocked on unit before beginning shift.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
Ark Rehabilitation and Healthcare CenterBranford, CT
CNA
07.2023 - 03.2024
Job overview
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
- Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
- Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
Elisabeth KrugerRiverside, CT
Live-Out Nanny
06.2018 - 08.2021
Job overview
- Provided a safe and nurturing environment for children in my care.
- Organized activities that develop the physical, social, and intellectual growth of children.
- Assisted with homework completion.
- Maintained an orderly and clean environment for the children.
- Prepared nutritious meals and snacks for the children.
- Engaged in interactive playtime to encourage learning and development.
- Kept detailed records of daily activities and health information about each child.
- Administered medication when necessary per instructions from parents and guardians.
- Attended parent-teacher conferences on behalf of families if needed.
- Arranged appointments for medical checkups as required by parents and guardians.
- Took children on educational outings such as trips to museums or parks.
- Instructed proper hygiene habits to promote healthy living among children.
- Planned engaging activities like arts and crafts projects, outdoor games.
- Read stories to help foster language skills and imagination development.
- Performed light housekeeping duties related to childcare, such as washing dishes used by the kids or tidying up after them.
- Ensured safety at all times while caring for multiple children simultaneously.
- Developed positive relationships with parents and guardians through open communication regarding their child's progress.
- Transported children to school or other activities when necessary.
- Participated in professional development opportunities related to early childhood education.
- Collaborated with other nannies or family members who provide childcare services.
- Developed lasting, professional relationships with families by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
- Tended to children's general needs while providing supervision for safety in day-to-day activities.
- Followed routines to foster stability and structure in children's lives during parental absences.
- Monitored indoor and outdoor playtime by guiding activities while watching for dangers.
- Created nurturing, safe environments to promote emotional, social, and intellectual growth.
- Monitored children's behavior, health and well-being as well as physical, emotional and mental development.
- Encouraged safe, positive behavior by redirecting children to take positive action.
- Engaged children in age-appropriate activities to encourage intellectual and motor skills development.
Education
Ged.comVirtual
GED
Skills
- Compassionate Care
- Range of motion exercises
- Healthcare ethics
- Feeding Assistance
- Dressing assistance
- Vital signs monitoring
- Toileting assistance
- Patient-focused care
- Patient transportation
- Cultural competence
- Basic Life Support
- Patient Care Coordination
- Monitoring fluids
- Electronic Charting
- Vital sign recording
- Care plan implementation
- Direct Patient Care
- Collecting specimens
- Infection control procedures
Certification
- Certified Nursing Assistant
- Basic Life Support
References
References available upon request.
Work Preference
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Timeline
CNA, Float Pool
MAS Medical Staffing
04.2024 - Current
CNA
Ark Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center
07.2023 - 03.2024
Live-Out Nanny
Elisabeth Kruger
06.2018 - 08.2021
Ged.com
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