Jeneba Saidu
Brooklyn Center,MN
Summary
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with a focus on patient care, HIPAA compliance, and vital signs monitoring. Committed to enhancing patient satisfaction through individualized care and effective communication.
Dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant leveraging over 10 years of experience in direct patient care and safety protocols. Known for leading initiatives that improve patient satisfaction and providing exceptional support in daily living activities.
Professional caregiver with experience delivering patient-centered care in fast-paced environments. Skilled in assisting with daily living activities, monitoring vital signs, and providing emotional support. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving positive outcomes. Reliable, adaptable, and skilled in using medical equipment and following care plans.
Knowledgeable CNA with solid foundation in patient care and support. Proven ability to assist in various medical procedures and enhance patient comfort. Demonstrated efficiency in managing patient records and collaborating with healthcare teams.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Trillium Woods Health Center
Plymouth, MN
01.2016 - Current
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.
- Trained new nursing assistants in patient care protocols and safety procedures.
- Maintained accurate patient records, enhancing communication across departments.
- Mentored junior staff on best practices for patient interaction and care techniques.
- Led initiatives to improve resident satisfaction through enhanced caregiving approaches.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and well-being.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Prevented pressure ulcer development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
- Streamlined communication between nursing staff, patients, and families to ensure comprehensive understanding of care plans.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Contributed positively towards patient satisfaction scores by consistently providing exceptional care and addressing their concerns.
Certified Nursing Assistant
St. Theresa at Ox Bow Lake, Brooklyn Park
Brooklyn Park, MN
05.2015 - 03.2021
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Implemented infection control measures, contributing to a safer environment for patients and staff.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Served as an advocate for each patient's needs during shift handoffs or interdisciplinary conferences with other healthcare professionals.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Actively participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress and develop effective care strategies.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Adhered strictly to infection control policies while performing tasks such as administering medications or changing dressings.
- Educated family members on caregiving techniques to better support their loved ones at home after discharge from the facility.
- Facilitated smoother transitions between medical appointments by organizing transportation arrangements for patients.
- Documented patient conditions and care provided, ensuring accurate health records for informed medical decisions.
- Advocated for patient rights and needs, ensuring respectful and ethical care.
- Facilitated smooth transitions for patients from hospital to home care, ensuring continuity of care.
Education
High School Diploma -
Leap Academy
St. Paul, MN09-2006
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
North American Medical Academy, MN
St. Paul, MN10-2013
Skills
- Patient care
- HIPAA compliance
- Reliable team player
- Direct patient care
- Collecting vital signs
- Bathing assistance
- Basic life support
- Vital signs monitoring
- Dressing assistance
- Safety precautions
- Electronic charting
- Recording vital signs
- Compassionate caregiver
- Patient-focused care
- Medical terminology
- Companionship and emotional support
- Documenting behaviors
Languages
English
Full Professional
Arabic
Full Professional
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Trillium Woods Health Center
01.2016 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
St. Theresa at Ox Bow Lake, Brooklyn Park
05.2015 - 03.2021
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
North American Medical Academy, MN
High School Diploma -
Leap Academy