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Gloria Amuzu

Brownsburg,IN

Summary

Compassionate CNA with a proven track record at On With Life, excelling in patient care and vital signs monitoring. Demonstrated ability to enhance patient satisfaction through emotional support and attention to detail, while ensuring HIPAA compliance. A reliable team player skilled in problem-solving and fostering a positive healing environment.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Certified Nursing Assistant/ Home Health Aid

Amada Home Care
01.2025 - 07.2025
  • Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
  • Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Assisted nurses with wound care procedures
  • ensuring proper healing processes took place.
  • Performed light housekeeping, medication management, and vital signs monitoring.
  • Light housekeeping
  • Medication management
  • Vital signs
  • Giving emotional support
  • Maintaining patient records
  • Personal care assistance
  • Assist with physical therapy
  • Basic medical monitoring
  • Change dressings
  • Meal preparation
  • Meal preparation and nutrition support
  • Transport patients to appointments
  • Aiding clients with mobility
  • Dressing activities
  • Ensure a safe home environment
  • Grocery shopping
  • Helping with household chores
  • Laundry
  • Medication reminders
  • Providing companionship
  • Safety

CNA

On With Life
11.2023 - 06.2025
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.

Residential Instructor

ChildServe
12.2021 - 07.2023
  • Conducted thorough assessments upon intake to determine appropriate placement levels within the residential program.
  • Facilitated socialization among residents through group events and activities, building a sense of community within the residence.
  • Contributed to ongoing staff training programs, enhancing overall team competence in providing quality residential instruction services.
  • Developed strong relationships with residents by practicing active listening techniques and displaying empathy during interactions.

Home Health Aide

Homecare Assistance
10.2019 - 07.2022
  • Grocery shopping
  • Light housekeeping
  • Reporting to supervision about a client’s health status
  • Helping organize a client’s schedule
  • Coordinate care with therapists, doctors, and other medical professionals
  • Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
  • Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
  • Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
  • Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
  • Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
  • Assisted with meal planning and preparation according to dietary restrictions, meeting nutritional needs while adhering to personal preferences.
  • Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
  • Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
  • Utilized effective communication skills when interacting with diverse populations including non-English speakers or individuals with cognitive impairments.
  • Transported clients for medical and personal outings.

CNA

Genesis Elder Care
04.2006 - 07.2010
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
  • Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
  • Assisted in emergency situations under the direction of nursing supervisors or physicians, providing crucial support during life-saving interventions.
  • Facilitated smooth patient transitions from hospital settings to home or long-term care facilities, ensuring continuity of care throughout the process.
  • Conducted basic physical assessments on new admissions to gather baseline data for nursing staff evaluation.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.
  • Contributed to successful discharge planning through coordination with social services and rehabilitation facilities.
  • Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.

Education

Nursing

Purdue Global University
Urbandale, IA

General Education

Middlesex County College
Edison, NJ

High School Diploma -

Westbury Hugh School
New York, NY
06.1998

Skills

  • Time management
  • Patient care
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Compassion and empathy
  • Bathing assistance
  • Attention to detail
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Basic life support
  • Feeding assistance
  • End-of-life care
  • Emotional support
  • Problem-solving
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Critical thinking
  • Team collaboration
  • Active listening
  • Flexibility and adaptability
  • Conflict resolution
  • Cultural sensitivity
  • Reliable team player

Timeline

Certified Nursing Assistant/ Home Health Aid

Amada Home Care
01.2025 - 07.2025

CNA

On With Life
11.2023 - 06.2025

Residential Instructor

ChildServe
12.2021 - 07.2023

Home Health Aide

Homecare Assistance
10.2019 - 07.2022

CNA

Genesis Elder Care
04.2006 - 07.2010

Nursing

Purdue Global University

General Education

Middlesex County College

High School Diploma -

Westbury Hugh School

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