Irene Kamau
CNA
Torrance,CA
Summary
State-certified Nursing Assistant bringing senior-level experience in healthcare settings. Observant and reliable with good bedside manner and excellent time-management skills to address patient requirements in high-volume care facilities. Proficient in mobility and personal hygiene support.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Diana Elkin
06.2023 - Current
- 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.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- 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.
Caregiver
Always Best Care
05.2021 - Current
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
Education
Certificate - Certified Nursing Assistant
Clement Career College
Gardena, CA04.2023
Skills
- Patient Safety Management
- Admitting Support
- Transporting Patients
- Collecting Specimens
- General Housekeeping Abilities
- Documenting Behaviors
- Oral Hygiene
- Monitoring Fluids
- Companionship and Emotional Support
- Bed Transfers
- Wheelchair Assistance
- Calm Under Stress
- Grooming and Bathing Assistance
- ADLs Assistance
- Medication Assistance
- Dementia and Alzheimer's Knowledge
- Family Communication
- Bed Making and Linen Changes
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Diana Elkin
06.2023 - Current
Caregiver
Always Best Care
05.2021 - Current
Certificate - Certified Nursing Assistant
Clement Career College