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Jennifer Akoto

The Bronx,NY

Summary

Organized and knowledgeable Registered Nurse experienced in treating and caring for patients. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with doctors to maintain top-notch healthcare practices. Dedicated and compassionate in providing high quality patient care and committed to staying current with medical advancements and maintaining the highest standards of nursing practice. Skilled at maximizing patient comfort and safety in Hospice options. Aiming to use my acquired knowledge and experience to effectively fill the nursing position at your facility.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse

Calvary Hospital
The Bronx, NY
08.2022 - Current
  • Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
  • Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
  • Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
  • Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
  • Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
  • Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
  • Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
  • Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
  • Assisted physicians during examinations or surgical procedures.
  • Coordinated discharge planning activities including arranging follow up appointments or referrals for additional services.
  • Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
  • Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
  • Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
  • Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
  • Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Calvary Hospital
Bronx, NY
11.2016 - 07.2022
  • Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
  • Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
  • Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
  • Transported patients to treatment units, using wheelchair or strecher
  • Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
  • Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
  • Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Grand Manor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
Bronx, NY
06.2015 - 08.2018

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Long Island University
Brooklyn, NY
05.2022

Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences

Hostos Community College of The City University of New York
The Bronx, NY
02.2020

Skills

  • Infectious Disease Control
  • ADL Assistance
  • Care Planning
  • Wound Care
  • Unit Administration
  • Family Education
  • Medication Administration
  • Palliative and Pain Management
  • Family and Patient Support
  • Physical Assessments
  • Body Mechanics Knowledge
  • Collecting Vitals
  • Medication and IV Administration
  • ELNEC Training (End-Of-Life-Care)
  • Staff Supervision
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • EMR Systems

Certification

  • Certified Nursing Assistance (CNA)
  • Certified Patient Care technician CPCT)
  • Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS)

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Calvary Hospital
08.2022 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant

Calvary Hospital
11.2016 - 07.2022

Certified Nursing Assistant

Grand Manor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
06.2015 - 08.2018

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Long Island University

Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences

Hostos Community College of The City University of New York

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