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KWAME TONTO
Quincy,MA
Summary
Experienced with providing quality patient care and support in fast-paced healthcare settings. Utilizes effective communication and interpersonal skills to foster supportive environment for patients and staff. Knowledge of essential medical procedures and patient monitoring techniques ensures high standards of care and adaptability to changing needs.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
LEMUEL SHATTUCK HOSPITAL
Boston, MA
07.2007 - 12.2025
- Assisted patients with daily living activities to enhance comfort and independence.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely interventions.
- Maintained accurate patient records to ensure continuity of care and compliance with regulations.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop personalized care plans for diverse patient needs.
- Trained new staff on best practices in patient care and hospital protocols for efficiency.
- Implemented infection control measures to promote patient safety and reduce hospital-acquired infections.
- Advocated for patient needs, fostering a supportive environment through active listening and empathy.
- 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 wellbeing.
- 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 ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- 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.
- 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.
- Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Contributed positively towards patient satisfaction scores by consistently providing exceptional care and addressing their concerns.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Adhered strictly to infection control policies while performing tasks such as administering medications or changing dressings.
- Documented patient conditions and care provided, ensuring accurate health records for informed medical decisions.
- Implemented infection control protocols, minimizing spread of illnesses among patients and staff.
- Supported patients with personal care tasks to preserve dignity and promote independence.
- Assisted in rehabilitation of patients, facilitating quicker recovery with exercise and mobility support.
- Monitored vital signs for early detection of medical issues, ensuring timely intervention and treatment.
- Maintained clean and safe environment, reducing risk of infections and promoting health.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
Education
Associate of Science - SCIENCE ,PSYCHOLOGY, EDUCATION ,
WESLEY COLLEGE
KUMASI , GHANA 1981
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
LEMUEL SHATTUCK HOSPITAL
07.2007 - 12.2025
Associate of Science - SCIENCE ,PSYCHOLOGY, EDUCATION ,
WESLEY COLLEGE