GABRIEL KUSA
DENVER,COLORADO
Summary
Highly dedicated and compassionate ready to apply my clinical skills and provide exceptional patient care. Committed to maintaining the highest standards of nursing practice, fostering a positive patient experience, and contributing to a healthcare team's success.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN Nurse
Lowry Hills Care & Rehabilitation
06.2023 - Current
- Administration of medication to the patients by ensuring the correct dosage, route and time
- Performing routine assessment of patients including collection of health history, physical examinations and vital signs
- Performing wound care including cleaning, dressing and monitoring for any infection signs in patients
- Initiation and maintaining intravenous (IV) lines, administration of IV medications and patients monitoring for any adverse reactions or complications
- Maintaining up-to-date and accurate patient records including progress notes, medication records, care plans and nursing assessments
- Assisting patients with activities of daily living such as mobility, toileting, dressing and bathing when retired and ensuring the patients can maintain their independence to greatest extent possible
- Monitoring patients for any changes in conditions, signs of distress or adverse reactions to treatment
Assistant Manager
Planet View Assisted Living
05.2023 - Current
- Resident care oversight by ensuring that the residents receive high quality support and care in accordance with their individual care plans
- Supervision and scheduling of care staff including direct care staff and certified nursing assistants to ensure there is appropriate staffing levels
- Acting as part of the emergence response team and during crisis making critical decisions such as evacuations or medical emergencies and ensure safety of staff and residents is maintained
- Monitoring and maintaining quality standards in delivery of care, safety protocols, infection control and participating in regular improvement activities and quality assurance
- Managing of the facility’s budget including ordering supplies, tracking expenses and optimization of available resources while maintaining quality care
- Provision of training and continued education opportunities to care staff
- Ensuring the facility complies to set regulatory standards governing assisted living homes including resident rights and licensing requirements
Certified Nursing Assistant
Comfort Keepers
01.2018 - 12.2022
- Screening and aiding the patients in managing long term conditions
- Providing emergency first aid and treatment
- Assisting patients with activities of daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting
- Monitoring vital signs such as blood pressure, temperature, and pulse rate
- Assisting with range-of-motion exercises and other physical therapy activities
- Feeding patients who are unable to feed themselves or need assistance with feeding
- Assisting with transfers and positioning of patients who are bedridden or have limited mobility
Certified Nursing Assistant
Graig Hospital
01.2019 - 12.2021
- Providing emotional support and companionship to patients who may be experiencing loneliness or depression
- Reporting changes in patients' conditions to the nursing staff
- Responding to patients' call lights and assisting with requests
- Cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms and common areas
- Assisting with medical procedures such as dressing changes, catheterization care, and enemas (under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse)
Education
Licensed Practical Nurse -
Concorde Career College
01.2023
QMAP -
Ashley Manor Nursing Home
01.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant -
Community College of Colorado
01.2019
Bachelor’s Degree - Education
Université Alassane Ouattara de Bouaké
01.2013
Skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Educational strategies
- Individual sessions
- Small group facilitation
- Presentations
- Trainings
- Effective budget management
- Planning and implementing strategies
- Health and wellness programs
- Proficient in MS Office
- PowerPoint
- Excel
- Word
Certification
- Certified in Public Health, 05/20
- CPR Certified through the American Heart Association, 05/19
Timeline
LPN Nurse
Lowry Hills Care & Rehabilitation
06.2023 - Current
Assistant Manager
Planet View Assisted Living
05.2023 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Graig Hospital
01.2019 - 12.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
Comfort Keepers
01.2018 - 12.2022
Licensed Practical Nurse -
Concorde Career College
QMAP -
Ashley Manor Nursing Home
Certified Nursing Assistant -
Community College of Colorado
Bachelor’s Degree - Education
Université Alassane Ouattara de Bouaké
- Certified in Public Health, 05/20
- CPR Certified through the American Heart Association, 05/19
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