Imani Ward
Bloomfield ,CT
Summary
Energetic Nurse Aide with 9 years of experience providing comprehensive support and care to patients. Committed to increasing treatment knowledge through hands-on learning for professional development. Skillful in solving complex problems and staying calm in emergency situations. Expertise in Med/Surg and Emergency Medicine.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nursing Assistant
UConn John Dempsey Hospital
2022.08 - Current
- Enhanced continuity of care by thoroughly documenting shift reports and maintaining clear communication with incoming staff members.
- Assisted in the training of new Nursing Assistants, sharing knowledge of best practices to improve overall department performance.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans for optimal patient outcomes.
- Streamlined workflow for nursing staff by efficiently managing supplies inventory and restocking necessary items in a timely manner.
- Assisted nursing staff with wound care procedures for faster healing and reduced infection rates.
- Participated in regular staff meetings to discuss emerging issues within the unit, contributing ideas for quality improvement initiatives.
- Provide high-quality care as a full-time nursing assistant within a med/surg and ED setting.
- 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.
- Identified and reported unsafe situations to maintain adherence to safety protocols.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Delivered high-quality care to patients in hospital facility.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
Nursing Assistant
Bristol Hospital Multi-Specialty Group
2019.07 - 2022.05
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans for optimal patient outcomes.
- Assisted in the training of new Nursing Assistants, sharing knowledge of best practices to improve overall department performance.
- Facilitated efficient patient transfers, reducing risk of injury through proper body mechanics and use of assistive devices.
- Expedited response times to call lights, boosting overall patient satisfaction levels during their stay at the facility.
- Skillfully operated medical equipment, such as glucose monitors and blood pressure cuffs, ensuring accurate data collection for informed decision-making by healthcare providers.
- Contributed to effective communication between patients and healthcare providers by translating medical jargon into easily understandable language.
- Promoted a safe and clean environment by maintaining strict adherence to infection control protocols and sanitation standards.
- Documented care actions by completing records and logs in medical software system.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
- Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Delivered high-quality care to patients in hospital facility.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
Nursing Assistant
Hartford Hospital
2015.04 - 2019.05
- Enhanced continuity of care by thoroughly documenting shift reports and maintaining clear communication with incoming staff members.
- Assisted in the training of new Nursing Assistants, sharing knowledge of best practices to improve overall department performance.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Delivered high-quality care to patients in hospital facility.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Goodwin College
East Hartford, CT05.2027
Skills
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Electronic Charting
- CPR Certification
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Epic
- Strong organizational skills
- HIPAA Compliance
Affiliations
- Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee
Certification
- BLS - Basic Life Support
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Timeline
Nursing Assistant
UConn John Dempsey Hospital
2022.08 - Current
Nursing Assistant
Bristol Hospital Multi-Specialty Group
2019.07 - 2022.05
Nursing Assistant
Hartford Hospital
2015.04 - 2019.05
Associate of Science - Nursing
Goodwin College
- BLS - Basic Life Support
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
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