Gladys Ofori
10300 Marlboro Woods Dr
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant with over 7 years of hands-on experience delivering high quality patient care in fast-paced healthcare environments. Skilled in assisting with daily living activities, monitoring vital signs, and supporting nursing staff in both long term care and acute care settings. Known for maintaining patient dignity, building strong rapport with patients and families, and ensuring a clean, safe, and comfortable environment. Committed to providing empathetic care while upholding the highest standards of professionalism and patient advocacy.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Visiting Angels Living Assistance Services
11.2023 - Current
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
- Streamlined communication between nursing staff, patients, and families to ensure comprehensive understanding of care plans.
- Served as an advocate for each patient's needs during shift handoffs or interdisciplinary conferences with other healthcare professionals.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Contributed positively towards patient satisfaction scores by consistently providing exceptional care and addressing their concerns.
- 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.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Actively participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress and develop effective care strategies.
- Adhered strictly to infection control policies while performing tasks such as administering medications or changing dressings.
- Educated family members on caregiving techniques to better support their loved ones at home after discharge from the facility.
- Facilitated smoother transitions between medical appointments by organizing transportation arrangements for patients.
- Coordinated with external healthcare providers, ensuring comprehensive care by sharing patient information and updates.
- Documented patient conditions and care provided, ensuring accurate health records for informed medical decisions.
- Monitored vital signs for early detection of medical issues, ensuring timely intervention and treatment.
- Enhanced team productivity by participating in training sessions and sharing knowledge with colleagues.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans, enhancing patient outcomes.
- Provided emotional and psychological support to patients and their families, fostering positive healthcare experience.
- Administered medication under supervision of nursing staff, contributing to effective treatment plans.
- Adapted care practices to meet needs of diverse patient populations, ensuring culturally sensitive care.
- Facilitated smooth transitions for patients from hospital to home care, ensuring continuity of care.
- Increased patient engagement by organizing recreational and therapeutic activities.
- Assisted in rehabilitation of patients, facilitating quicker recovery with exercise and mobility support.
- Conducted patient education on health maintenance and disease prevention, empowering individuals to take charge of their health.
- Assisted with diagnostic tests and medical procedures, contributing to accurate diagnoses and treatment plans.
- Improved patient satisfaction with empathetic listening and addressing concerns promptly.
- Streamlined patient care procedures, improving efficiency and reducing wait times for treatments.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate, one-on-one care during daily activities.
- Implemented infection control protocols, minimizing spread of illnesses among patients and staff.
- Supported patients with personal care tasks to preserve dignity and promote independence.
- Advocated for patient rights and needs, ensuring respectful and ethical care.
- Maintained clean and safe environment, reducing risk of infections and promoting health.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- 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.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Supported needs of Number+ residents under long-term care.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
- Collaborated with physicians to design at-home medication guidelines and educated patients and families on correct medication administration.
Certified Nursing Assistant
SYNERGY HomeCare
09.2021 - 11.2023
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
- Streamlined communication between nursing staff, patients, and families to ensure comprehensive understanding of care plans.
- Served as an advocate for each patient's needs during shift handoffs or interdisciplinary conferences with other healthcare professionals.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Contributed positively towards patient satisfaction scores by consistently providing exceptional care and addressing their concerns.
- 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.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Actively participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress and develop effective care strategies.
- Adhered strictly to infection control policies while performing tasks such as administering medications or changing dressings.
- Educated family members on caregiving techniques to better support their loved ones at home after discharge from the facility.
- Facilitated smoother transitions between medical appointments by organizing transportation arrangements for patients.
- Coordinated with external healthcare providers, ensuring comprehensive care by sharing patient information and updates.
- Documented patient conditions and care provided, ensuring accurate health records for informed medical decisions.
- Monitored vital signs for early detection of medical issues, ensuring timely intervention and treatment.
- Enhanced team productivity by participating in training sessions and sharing knowledge with colleagues.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans, enhancing patient outcomes.
- Provided emotional and psychological support to patients and their families, fostering positive healthcare experience.
- Administered medication under supervision of nursing staff, contributing to effective treatment plans.
- Adapted care practices to meet needs of diverse patient populations, ensuring culturally sensitive care.
- Facilitated smooth transitions for patients from hospital to home care, ensuring continuity of care.
- Increased patient engagement by organizing recreational and therapeutic activities.
- Assisted in rehabilitation of patients, facilitating quicker recovery with exercise and mobility support.
- Conducted patient education on health maintenance and disease prevention, empowering individuals to take charge of their health.
- Assisted with diagnostic tests and medical procedures, contributing to accurate diagnoses and treatment plans.
- Improved patient satisfaction with empathetic listening and addressing concerns promptly.
- Streamlined patient care procedures, improving efficiency and reducing wait times for treatments.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate, one-on-one care during daily activities.
- Implemented infection control protocols, minimizing spread of illnesses among patients and staff.
- Supported patients with personal care tasks to preserve dignity and promote independence.
- Advocated for patient rights and needs, ensuring respectful and ethical care.
- Maintained clean and safe environment, reducing risk of infections and promoting health.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Supported needs of Number+ residents under long-term care.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
- Collaborated with physicians to design at-home medication guidelines and educated patients and families on correct medication administration.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Independence Homecare
12.2019 - 09.2021
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
- Streamlined communication between nursing staff, patients, and families to ensure comprehensive understanding of care plans.
- Served as an advocate for each patient's needs during shift handoffs or interdisciplinary conferences with other healthcare professionals.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Contributed positively towards patient satisfaction scores by consistently providing exceptional care and addressing their concerns.
- 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.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Actively participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress and develop effective care strategies.
- Adhered strictly to infection control policies while performing tasks such as administering medications or changing dressings.
- Educated family members on caregiving techniques to better support their loved ones at home after discharge from the facility.
- Facilitated smoother transitions between medical appointments by organizing transportation arrangements for patients.
- Coordinated with external healthcare providers, ensuring comprehensive care by sharing patient information and updates.
- Documented patient conditions and care provided, ensuring accurate health records for informed medical decisions.
- Monitored vital signs for early detection of medical issues, ensuring timely intervention and treatment.
- Enhanced team productivity by participating in training sessions and sharing knowledge with colleagues.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans, enhancing patient outcomes.
- Provided emotional and psychological support to patients and their families, fostering positive healthcare experience.
- Administered medication under supervision of nursing staff, contributing to effective treatment plans.
- Adapted care practices to meet needs of diverse patient populations, ensuring culturally sensitive care.
- Facilitated smooth transitions for patients from hospital to home care, ensuring continuity of care.
- Increased patient engagement by organizing recreational and therapeutic activities.
- Assisted in rehabilitation of patients, facilitating quicker recovery with exercise and mobility support.
- Conducted patient education on health maintenance and disease prevention, empowering individuals to take charge of their health.
- Assisted with diagnostic tests and medical procedures, contributing to accurate diagnoses and treatment plans.
- Improved patient satisfaction with empathetic listening and addressing concerns promptly.
- Streamlined patient care procedures, improving efficiency and reducing wait times for treatments.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate, one-on-one care during daily activities.
- Implemented infection control protocols, minimizing spread of illnesses among patients and staff.
- Supported patients with personal care tasks to preserve dignity and promote independence.
- Advocated for patient rights and needs, ensuring respectful and ethical care.
- Maintained clean and safe environment, reducing risk of infections and promoting health.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Supported needs of Number+ residents under long-term care.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
- Delivered high-quality care to Type patients in hospital facility.
- Collaborated with physicians to design at-home medication guidelines and educated patients and families on correct medication administration.
Education
Certified Nursing Assistant
Cambridge Nursing Academy
Gaithersburg, MD08.2019
Bachelor Of Computer Science - Computer Science
Cape Coast University
Ghana04.2017
Skills
- Patient care
- HIPAA compliance
- Reliable team player
- Direct patient care
- Collecting vital signs
- Bathing assistance
- Compassionate
- Alzheimer's and dementia care
- Basic life support
- Vital signs monitoring
- Bedside manner
- Dressing assistance
- Safety precautions
- Recording vital signs
- Electronic charting
- Compassionate caregiver
- Medical terminology
- Mobility assistance
- Patient-focused care
- Companionship and emotional support
- Documenting behaviors
- Feeding assistance
- Positioning patients
- End-of-life care
- Adaptable
- Patient lifting
- Transfer techniques
- Urinary catheter care
- Ambulation assistance
- Healthcare ethics
- Inpatient care
- Geriatric care
- Patient relationship building
- Responding to emergencies
- Transporting patients
- Supporting personal needs
- Maintaining privacy
- Colostomy care
- Trustworthy companion
- Feeding assistance expert
- Complex Problem-solving
- Light housekeeping
- Specimen collection
- Patient management
- Blood glucose testing
- Patient relations
- Acute care
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant State License
- CPR/AED:Adult,Child & infant +First Aid(BLS)
Languages
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Visiting Angels Living Assistance Services
11.2023 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
SYNERGY HomeCare
09.2021 - 11.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
Independence Homecare
12.2019 - 09.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
Cambridge Nursing Academy
Bachelor Of Computer Science - Computer Science
Cape Coast University
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