Maria Issifu
Acworth,GA
Summary
Dedicated nursing professional with experience at WellStar Health System. A promising nursing student prepared for this role with a strong background in patient care and clinical procedures. Skilled in monitoring vital signs, monitoring the patient for any changes, and supporting medical teams in fast-paced environments. Focus on team collaboration and achieving results, adaptable to changing needs. Reliable and compassionate with strong communication and problem-solving skills.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Extern
WellStar Health System - Kennestone Hospital
05.2024 - Current
- Assisted with activities of daily living by helping patients with their hygiene needs.
- Assisted with patient ambulation and use of mobility assistance aids to reduce risks.
- Monitored patient vital signs, blood glucose checks, foley care, input/output entries, and reported any changes to nursing staff.
- Able to perform EKG on patients when delegated to do so timely.
- Collaborated with supervising nurses to ensure quality patient care.
- Shadow nurses and take any opportunity to observe other nursing duties.
- Assist nurses in releasing patients by ensuring that patient IVs are removed, belongings are packed, and the patient is transported to the designated discharge lounge.
Care Partner
WellStar Health System - Kennestone Hospital
03.2020 - 11.2023
- Monitored vital signs and reported any abnormalities to medical staff for prompt attention and treatment.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing personalized care and support throughout their stay.
- Assist patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, brushing of teeth, and changing of linen.
- Perform vital signs checks, empty patient drains, input/output entries, Foley care, blood sugar checks, and mobility assistance.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Infirmary Health Systems-Thomas Hospital
07.2019 - 12.2020
- 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.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Kennesaw State University
Kennesaw, GA07-2025
No Degree - Certified Nursing Assistant
SAAD Healthcare
Mobile, AL06-2019
Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Technology
University For Development Studies
Ghana-Tamale07-2008
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Clinical judgement
- Compassionate care
- Feeding assistance
- Mobility assistance
- EKG
- Medication injections
- IV management
- Lab draws
Accomplishments
I started my nursing dream six months into my role as a nursing assistant in 2020. When I enrolled in the nursing program, I made a goal to get my bachelor's degree in the next four years. I feel accomplished that I am graduating in 2025. This is a demonstration of my resilience, ability to adapt, hard work, and time management as a mother of three schoolchildren.
Certification
Certified Nursing Assistant ( CNA license)
Basic Life Support (BLS)
Timeline
Nurse Extern
WellStar Health System - Kennestone Hospital
05.2024 - Current
Care Partner
WellStar Health System - Kennestone Hospital
03.2020 - 11.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
Infirmary Health Systems-Thomas Hospital
07.2019 - 12.2020
Certified Nursing Assistant ( CNA license)
Basic Life Support (BLS)
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Kennesaw State University
No Degree - Certified Nursing Assistant
SAAD Healthcare
Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Technology
University For Development Studies
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