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Irene Nalunkuma

Waltham,MA

Summary

Dynamic professional with a rich background in healthcare and hospitality, demonstrated by a pivotal role at Care One Nursing Home. Excelled in patient care, vital signs monitoring, and compassionate communication, significantly enhancing patient satisfaction. Skilled in HIPAA compliance and time management, my diverse experience fosters a unique blend of empathy and efficiency, ensuring high-quality service across sectors.

Work History

CNA

Care One Nursing Home
  • 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.
  • 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.

Human Services Specialist

All Staff Agency
  • Processed applications and followed strict procedures to keep sensitive data confidential.
  • Met with clients to conduct assessments of current situations and establish what needs to address.
  • Maintained accurate case documentation, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and agency policies.
  • Provided crisis intervention services, deescalating tense situations and connecting individuals to appropriate support systems.
  • Acted as mandatory reporter of abuse.

Chef

Rhino Lounge and Restaurant
  • Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
  • Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
  • Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
  • Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs.
  • Reduced food waste with strategic menu planning and inventory control techniques.
  • Cultivated a positive work culture among kitchen staff through open communication lines and mutual respect within the team.
  • Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity, and presentation.

Cleaner

Rhino Lounge Company
  • 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.
  • 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.

Education

Certificate - CNA

Hands On Community School
Billerica, MA
03.2024

High School -

City High College School
Uganda Kampala
2009

Skills

  • Time management
  • Patient care
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Compassion and empathy
  • Bathing assistance
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Attention to detail
  • Feeding assistance
  • Basic life support
  • Dressing assistance
  • Maintaining confidentiality
  • Patient transfers
  • Compassionate communication

Timeline

CNA

Care One Nursing Home

Human Services Specialist

All Staff Agency

Chef

Rhino Lounge and Restaurant

Cleaner

Rhino Lounge Company

Certificate - CNA

Hands On Community School

High School -

City High College School
Irene Nalunkuma