Mfonabasi Akpan
Brockton,MA
Summary
Knowledgeable Behavior Technician with over 20 years of experience. Dedicated to helping develop skills and manage behaviors in an individualized way. Practiced multitasker with excellent time management, problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.
Personable and proactive Mental Health Counselor focused on building positive rapport with diverse range of clients. Critical thinker thrives under pressure. Specialist in working with clients struggling with addiction and depression.
Compassionate Behavior Technician with background in providing support for individuals struggling with behavioral issues. Skilled in implementing behavior intervention plans and collaborating with healthcare professionals to enhance patient care. Strengths include exceptional communication, patience, and adaptability. Noteworthy impact includes improved patient behavioral responses through customized therapeutic strategies.
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with experience in providing patient care in various healthcare settings. Skilled in assisting patients with daily living activities, monitoring vital signs, and maintaining patient records. Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships with patients and work effectively within multidisciplinary medical teams. Proven track record of improving patient comfort and safety through dedication and empathetic care.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Behavior Technician
Curahealth Hospital
Stoughton, MA
03.2017 - Current
- Assisted with building life and social skills useful for everyday activities and interactions.
- Documented patients' activities and behaviors into EHR system for recordkeeping.
- Planned and implemented individualized interventions as part of behavior treatment plans.
- Completed daily client rounds and tracked client movements.
- Applied proven strategies to positively affect client behaviors.
- Developed activity plans and instructional materials to assist with treatment.
- Responded to crisis situations when severe mental health and behavioral issues arose.
- Conducted 15-minute and unscheduled checks on patients, immediately responding to hazardous incidents or crises to maintain safe milieu.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Baypointe’s Nursing Home
Brockton, Massachusetts
04.2004 - Current
- Transported patients to treatment units, using wheelchair or stretcher.
- Performed housekeeping duties such as changing linens and cleaning bathrooms when necessary.
- Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
- Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
- Collected specimens for testing purposes upon request from physicians or nurses.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
- Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
- Cleaned and sanitized patient rooms according to established protocols.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.
- Took temperature readings orally or rectally as instructed by the RN or MD.
- Participated in educational programs related to nursing assistant skills development.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
- Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
Home Health Care Aide
Peace and harmony
Brockton, MA
10.2005 - 06.2014
- Supervised medication administration, personal hygiene and other activities of daily living.
- Assisted with client personal care needs to foster independence and well-being.
- Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
- Assisted patients with personal care to alleviate burden on family members.
- Tracked and reported clients' progress based on observations and conversations.
- Prepared high-quality nutritious meals for patients to promote better overall health and improve eating habits.
- Monitored client behaviors and emotional states, reporting concerns to case manager and documenting information in files.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Dressed, groomed and fed patients with limited physical abilities to support basic needs.
- Helped transition patient between bed, wheelchair and automobile to provide safe mobility support.
- Ran errands for clients and drove to appointments to maintain wellness and support daily living needs.
- Greeted patients and families with enthusiastic, compassionate attitude to establish long-term professional relationships.
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
- Monitored vital signs such as pulse rate and respiration rate of patients.
- Encouraged participation in physical activities within the limitations of the patient's health status.
- Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and assisted with feeding when necessary.
- Assisted with ambulation using walkers, wheelchairs, canes and other assistive devices when necessary.
- Explained treatments and procedures to patients in order to allay fears or concerns regarding their health care needs.
- Administered medications according to physician instructions.
- Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry and meal preparation.
- Provided companionship for elderly or disabled clients by engaging in conversation, reading aloud, playing games, and other activities.
- Transported patients to medical appointments or errands as needed.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Washington Centre for Ageing
Washington DC, District Of Columbia
01.1991 - 04.2004
- Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar, and heart rate.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Reminded patients to take prescribed medications or nutritional supplements.
- Planned and served meals and snacks to patients according to prescribed diets.
- Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
- Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
Education
High School Diploma -
Theodore Roseville High School
Washington, DC06-1993
Skills
- Sense of customer service
- Understanding of Crises intervention (CPI)
- Experience in CPR
Timeline
Behavior Technician
Curahealth Hospital
03.2017 - Current
Home Health Care Aide
Peace and harmony
10.2005 - 06.2014
Certified Nursing Assistant
Baypointe’s Nursing Home
04.2004 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Washington Centre for Ageing
01.1991 - 04.2004
High School Diploma -
Theodore Roseville High School