GIFTY ABANKWA
ALEXANDRIA,VA
Summary
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant adept at bathing, grooming and feeding elderly and disabled patients. Familiar with advanced medical terminology and procedures. 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
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant/ Mediation Aide
Goodwin House Alexandria
Falls Church, VA
05.2012 - 03.2022
- 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.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
Education
No Degree - Nursing Assistance
Access Medical Institude
Alexandria VAGED -
Kumasi Girls Senoir High School
Ghana 08.1991
Skills
- Supporting Daily Living Needs
- Linen Replacements
- Caregiver Relations
- Fluid Measurement
- Emotional and Social Support
- Observation Documentation
- Patient Intakes
- Nursing Assistance
- Output Monitoring and Reporting
- Activities of Daily Living (ADL) Support
- Range of Motion Exercises
- Transporting Patients
- Medication Assistance
- Companionship and Emotional Support
- Preparing Meals
- Patient-Focused Care
- Quality Patient Care
- Observing Responses
- Grooming and Bathing Assistance
- Documenting Behaviors
- Oral Hygiene
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant/ Mediation Aide
Goodwin House Alexandria
05.2012 - 03.2022
No Degree - Nursing Assistance
Access Medical Institude
GED -
Kumasi Girls Senoir High School
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