Mengistu Chilo
San Diego,CA
Summary
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with extensive experience at San Diego Post Acute Center, excelling in patient care and vital signs monitoring. Proven ability to enhance patient satisfaction through empathetic support and effective communication. Skilled in electronic charting and infection control, ensuring a safe and clean environment for optimal patient outcomes.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Nursing Assistant
San Diego Post Acute Center
El Cajon, CA
2026 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms and equipment.
- Supported nursing staff with routine tasks, enhancing workflow efficiency.
- Documented patient care information accurately in electronic health records.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care plans.
- Trained new staff on best practices for patient assistance techniques.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted a safe and clean environment by maintaining strict adherence to infection control protocols and sanitation standards.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Documented care actions by completing records and logs in medical software system.
- Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Enhanced patient care by effectively monitoring vital signs and accurately documenting medical information.
- Observed or examined patients to detect symptoms that required medical attention such as bruises or open wounds.
- Proactively identified changes in patient condition or behavior, alerting appropriate healthcare personnel for prompt intervention when necessary.
- Participated in regular staff meetings to discuss emerging issues within the unit, contributing ideas for quality improvement initiatives.
- Enhanced continuity of care by thoroughly documenting shift reports and maintaining clear communication with incoming staff members.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Identified and reported unsafe situations to maintain adherence to safety protocols.
- Streamlined workflow for nursing staff by efficiently managing supplies inventory and restocking necessary items in a timely manner.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Assisted with diagnostic procedures, ensuring patient comfort and compliance with medical protocols.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to provide comprehensive patient care.
- Participated in professional development sessions, staying current with best practices in patient care.
- Supported patient mobility, reducing risk of falls and facilitating physical therapy exercises.
- Improved patient comfort and safety by assisting with daily living activities, such as bathing and dressing.
Education
High School Diploma - Diploma in Nursing
New Generation University College
Nekemte Ethiopia 10.2010
Skills
Patient care
Patient feeding
Basic life support
Direct patient care
Recording vital signs
Patient-focused care
Vital signs monitoring
Patient relationship building
Mobility assistance
Vital sign monitoring
Catheter care
Electronic charting
Companionship and emotional support
Patient assessments
Light housekeeping
HIPAA
Behavior redirection
Linen management
Medical record tracking
Personal hygiene support
Patient care and safety
Infection control procedures
Patient mobility support
Call light response
Vital signs
Attention to detail
Collecting vital signs
Empathy and compassionate care
Supporting personal needs
Certified nursing assistant
Certified nursing assistant (CNA)
Timeline
Nursing Assistant
San Diego Post Acute Center
2026 - Current
High School Diploma - Diploma in Nursing
New Generation University College