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HARMONIE EKODI

Charlotte,NC

Summary

Compassionate and dedicated with natural ability to connect with patients and provide quality care. Understands basic patient care principles and proficient in vital signs monitoring and assisting with daily living activities. Committed to making positive impact by ensuring patient comfort and well-being. Willing to learn new skills and more team building.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

CNA

MATTHEWS HEALTH AND REHAB
07.2024 - Current
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.

CNA

Gentle Shepherd Care
10.2019 - 04.2024
  • 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.
  • Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
  • Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
  • Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
  • Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
  • Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Participated in ongoing educational opportunities in order to stay up-to-date on best practices in nursing care.
  • Facilitated smooth patient transitions from hospital settings to home or long-term care facilities, ensuring continuity of care throughout the process.
  • Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
  • Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
  • 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.
  • Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
  • 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.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.

Education

No Degree - LPN COURSE

CENTRAL PEIDMONT COMMUNITY COLLEGE
1201 ELIZABETH AVE

High School Diploma -

ESPOIR
CONGO
06-2012

Skills

  • Time management
  • Patient care
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Compassion and empathy
  • Bathing assistance
  • Feeding assistance
  • Dressing assistance
  • Maintaining confidentiality
  • Patient transfers
  • Emotional support
  • Clinical documentation
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Team collaboration
  • Active listening
  • Flexibility and adaptability
  • Patient advocacy
  • Health monitoring
  • Patient hygiene assistance
  • Infection control practices
  • Toileting assistance
  • Lifting and transferring
  • Reliable team player
  • Safety precautions
  • Bedside manner
  • Compassionate
  • Patient lifting
  • Patient-focused care
  • Compassionate caregiver
  • Geriatric care
  • Companionship and emotional support
  • Light housekeeping
  • Maintaining privacy
  • Adaptable
  • Patient assessments
  • Trustworthy companion
  • Observing responses

Certification

  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
  • Geriatric Nursing Assistant Certification (GNA) - State Boards of Nursing in some states.
  • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - State Boards of Nursing.

Languages

French
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

CNA

MATTHEWS HEALTH AND REHAB
07.2024 - Current

CNA

Gentle Shepherd Care
10.2019 - 04.2024

No Degree - LPN COURSE

CENTRAL PEIDMONT COMMUNITY COLLEGE

High School Diploma -

ESPOIR

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