Juliana Karikari
Westerville,OH
Summary
Detail-oriented Certified Nursing Assistant with successful geriatric healthcare experience. personable and compassionate with superior communication and rapport-building skills. Strong commitment to comprehensive and individualized patient care and education. Liaises with medical professionals, patients and family to provide continuous top-quality care and education. Ambitious Certified Nursing Assistant possessing extensive experience with patient care in medical settings. Strong observational skills combined with excellent patient evaluation abilities. Proven history of cultivating strong patient rapport to provide quality care and patient education. Respectful Healthcare professional well-versed in direct care to over 8 patients per shift, including vital signs monitoring and hygiene assistance. Kind and personable with 12 years of experience in healthcare roles. 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. Analytical and strategic STNA with excellent problem-solving and time management skills. Organized, efficient and always willing to go extra mile to meet expectations. 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. Efficient and reliable Certified Nursing Assistant with excellent experience in hospital settings. Skilled in assisting with technical nursing treatments, supporting diagnostic procedures and accurately charting patient records. Reliable employee seeking Mental Health Technician position. Offering excellent communication and good judgment. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Mental Health Technician position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Experienced STNA with over 10 years of experience in the healthcare industry. Excellent reputation for resolving problems and improving customer satisfaction. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Dedicated healthcare professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Results-driven professional seeking position as Mental Health Technician. Focused on performance and flexible with specific needs of different assignments. Collaborates professionally with individuals from broad array of backgrounds and cultures.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
STNA
Ohio Health Hospital
Westerville, United States
10.2015 - Current
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
- Provided direct personal patient observation, care and assistance to six to eight patients per shift in rehabilitation medical facility.
- Secured patient information and maintained patient confidentiality by completing and safeguarding all medical records.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Furthered skills by actively taking part in employee training and taking classes to improve skills.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
- Performed basic standardized wound care procedures by applying hot and cold packs and applying dressings and bandages to patients.
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
- 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.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
- Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments.
STNA
The Laurels Of Norworth
Worthington, OH
09.2010 - 02.2016
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
- Provided direct personal patient observation, care and assistance to 16-18 patients per shift in nursing home medical facility.
- Secured patient information and maintained patient confidentiality by completing and safeguarding all medical records.
- Furthered skills by actively taking part in employee training and taking classes to improve skills.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
- Assisted patients in range-of-motion exercises through and legs
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
- Performed basic standardized wound care procedures by applying hot and cold packs and applying dressings and bandages to patients.
- 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.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
- Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments.
Education
High School Diploma -
Agona S.D.A. Secondary School
Agona, GhanaSkills
- Critical Thinking
- Observation Documentation
- Medical Records Management
- Electronic Recordkeeping
- Fluid Measurement
- Direct Supervision
- Feeding Assistance
- Privacy and Confidentiality
- Output Monitoring and Reporting
- Caregiver Relations
- Emotional and Social Support
- Bedsore Prevention
- Mobility Devices
- Linen Replacements
- Nutrition and Diet
- Activities of Daily Living (ADL) Support
- Company Guidelines
- Supporting Daily Living Needs
- Vital Signs Collection
- Status Updates
- Interdisciplinary Care
- Sanitizing Surfaces
- Collecting Specimens
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Respiratory Equipment Training
- Reading Comprehension
- Grooming and Bathing Assistance
- Dementia and Alzheimer's Knowledge
- Documentation Procedures Expertise
- Quality Education
- Monitoring Fluids
- Hygiene Standards
- Medical Recordkeeping
- Dish Washing
- Promoting Healthy Habits
- Companionship and Emotional Support
- Performing Patient Intakes
- Transporting Patients
- Patient Admission
- Oral Hygiene
- Glucose Testing
- Documenting Behaviors
- Performance Improvement
- Conducting Intakes
- Medical Terminology Knowledge
- Observing Responses
- Range of Motion Exercises
- EMR Systems
- Quality Control Procedures
- Responding to Emergencies
- Quality Improvement Activities
- Supporting Personal Needs
- Universal Precautions
- Recording Vital Signs
- CNA Certification
- ADLs Assistance
- Bed Making and Linen Changes
- Memory Improvement
- Infection Prevention and Control
- Documenting Activities
- Bed Transfers
- Bathing and Dressing
- Room Cleaning and Restocking
- Emotional Intelligence
- Wheelchair Assistance
- Patient Vital Taking
Languages
Twi
Native or Bilingual
English
Professional Working
Timeline
STNA
Ohio Health Hospital
10.2015 - Current
STNA
The Laurels Of Norworth
09.2010 - 02.2016
High School Diploma -
Agona S.D.A. Secondary School
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