John Ahenda
Raleigh,North Carolina
Summary
Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds. Nursing Assistant with vast knowledge of medical terminology and infection control standards. Expertise in developmental factors involving pediatrics to adult and geriatric care facility residents.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Nursing Assistant
UNC Rex Hospital
08.2021 - Current
- Collaborated with Registered Nurses in taking care of patients admitted on the floor either from ED or surgery.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Enhanced continuity of care by thoroughly documenting shift reports and maintaining clear communication with incoming staff members.
- Skillfully operated medical equipment, such as glucose monitors and blood pressure cuffs, ensuring accurate data collection for informed decision-making by healthcare providers.
- Aided in the prevention of pressure ulcers through diligent monitoring and implementation of appropriate turning schedules for bedridden patients.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Cardiovascular failure, anand lower fractures.
- Supported needs of 10+ residents under long-term care.
Finance Assistant
US Army National Guard
01.2017 - 01.2023
- Resolved discrepancies in financial data to increase accuracy and reduce potential backlogs.
- Gathered, evaluated and summarized account data in detailed financial reports.
- Observed strict confidentiality rules to maintain data integrity and protect clients.
- Reduced financial discrepancies, effectively reconciling bank accounts and organizing information into accounting software.
- Streamlined bookkeeping procedures to increase efficiency and productivity.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive financial information, safeguarding both company data and client privacy.
- Inspected account books and recorded transactions.
- Entered figures using 10-key calculator to compute data quickly.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Duke Regional Hospital
08.2018 - 08.2021
- 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.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding, and ambulation.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient's needs.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy, and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Supported needs of 12+ residents under long-term care.
Home Health Aide
Aware Senior Care
02.2018 - 03.2019
- Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
- Performed laundry, grocery shopping, and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by the client.
- Documented vital statistics and coordinated with health care providers.
- Provided transportation and appointment management.
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
- Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
- Assisted with end-of-life care.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
Home Health Aide
Home Watch Caregiver's Of Cary
01.2017 - 03.2019
- Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
- Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
- Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
- Prevented pressure ulcers through frequent repositioning and regular skin assessments, maintaining patient comfort while reducing complications.
- Monitored changes in clients' conditions to report concerns to supervisor.
- Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
- Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
- Monitored vital signs regularly, promptly reporting any abnormalities or concerns to supervising nurse or physician.
- Assisted with end-of-life care.
- Documented vital statistics and coordinated with health care providers.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Physiology And Human Anatomy
University of Nairobi
Nairobi, KE11.2009
High School Diploma -
St. Mary's School, Yala
Siaya, Kenya.11.2001
Skills
- Certified Nursing Assistant
- Medical Terminology
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Healthcare ethics
- Infection Control
- Patient Care Technician/Assistant (CPCT/A)
- Vital Sign Monitoring
- Pediatric Emergency Assessment, Recognition and Stabilization (PEARS)
- Certified Home Health Aide
Accomplishments
- Achieved THE DAISY AWARD through effectively helping with Patient Care at Duke Raleigh Hospital.
- Achieved COIN OF EXCELLENCE through effectively helping with Financial Comptroller activities while deployed overseas.
Health fitness and sports
On my free time i go to the gym and also involve myself in playing sports like rugby and soccer.
Languages
Swahili
Full Professional
French
Elementary
English
Full Professional
luo
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Nursing Assistant
UNC Rex Hospital
08.2021 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Duke Regional Hospital
08.2018 - 08.2021
Home Health Aide
Aware Senior Care
02.2018 - 03.2019
Finance Assistant
US Army National Guard
01.2017 - 01.2023
Home Health Aide
Home Watch Caregiver's Of Cary
01.2017 - 03.2019
Bachelor of Science - Physiology And Human Anatomy
University of Nairobi
High School Diploma -
St. Mary's School, Yala
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