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Gertrude Kioko

Puyallup

Summary

State-certified Nursing Assistant bringing senior-level experience in healthcare settings. Observant and reliable with good manner and excellent time-management skills to address patient requirements in high-volume care facilities. Proficient in mobility and personal hygiene support. Experienced nursing professional providing quality care to patients in variety of medical settings. Delivers excellent communication and task prioritization skills for effective patient care coordination. Proven ability to stay organized and prioritize tasks in fast-paced environment. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Developed strong patient care skills in fast-paced healthcare environment, demonstrating excellent communication and teamwork abilities. Focused on delivering compassionate care and maintaining patient dignity. Looking to transition into new field, leveraging transferrable skills to contribute meaningfully to new team.

Personable and compassionate with natural ability to connect with patients and provide high-quality care. Knowledge of basic medical terminology and patient care techniques, combined with proficiency in vital signs monitoring and personal hygiene assistance. Dedicated to enhancing patient comfort and well-being through attentive and empathetic support.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Certified Nursing Assistant

Western state Hospital
11.2023 - Current
  • Worked in the psych hospital as an Institutional counselor & particularly handling DDA cases. Provision of daily care, groups & individual active treatment both in ward and out door. Ensuring & monitoring patients behavior and documenting for decision making, treatment & discharge plan. Arranging & documenting clinicals for the patients.

Family Best Care
07.2022 - 12.2022
  • 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. Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives. 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. Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy. Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines. Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction. Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.

Care Giver

Whispering Rose AFH
01.2022 - 07.2022
  • Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores. Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition. Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes. Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming. Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being. Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean. Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Pierce College
Steilacoom, WA
01.2027

Skills

  • Quality Patient Care
  • Output Monitoring and Reporting
  • Intercultural Competence
  • Recording Vital Signs
  • Light Housekeeping
  • Bed Transfers
  • Patient care
  • HIPAA compliance

Timeline

Certified Nursing Assistant

Western state Hospital
11.2023 - Current

Family Best Care
07.2022 - 12.2022

Care Giver

Whispering Rose AFH
01.2022 - 07.2022

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Pierce College
Gertrude Kioko