Compassionate Nursing Assistant with Clipboard Health, skilled in patient care and vital signs monitoring. Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective relationship building and emotional support, while ensuring adherence to safety protocols. Proficient in basic life support, I consistently improved care quality and patient outcomes in high-pressure environments.
Work History
Nursing Assistant
7 Years 4 Months
Clipboard Health | 06.2019 - 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 areas for optimal care environment.
Provided emotional support to patients, enhancing their overall experience during recovery.
Documented patient progress accurately in electronic health records systems.
Participated in training sessions to enhance skills and knowledge in patient care practices.
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.
Skillfully operated medical equipment, such as glucose monitors and blood pressure cuffs, ensuring accurate data collection for informed decision-making by healthcare providers.
Documented care actions by completing records and logs in medical software system.
Enhanced patient care by effectively monitoring vital signs and accurately documenting medical information.
Proactively identified changes in patient condition or behavior, alerting appropriate healthcare personnel for prompt intervention when necessary.
Engaged in housekeeping tasks by replacing linens and cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms.
Delivered high-quality care to Type patients in hospital facility.
Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
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.
Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
Improved patient comfort and safety by assisting with daily living activities, such as bathing and dressing.
Nursing Assistant
2 Years 3 Months
Shiftkey | 03.2017 - 06.2019
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.
Supported patient mobility, reducing risk of falls and facilitating physical therapy exercises.
Monitored vital signs for changes in patient health, providing timely updates to nursing staff.
Supported end-of-life care, offering emotional support to patients and families during difficult times.
Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
Participated in training sessions to enhance skills and knowledge in patient care practices.
Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.
Skillfully operated medical equipment, such as glucose monitors and blood pressure cuffs, ensuring accurate data collection for informed decision-making by healthcare providers.
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.
Assisted in the training of new Nursing Assistants, sharing knowledge of best practices to improve overall department performance.
Proactively identified changes in patient condition or behavior, alerting appropriate healthcare personnel for prompt intervention when necessary.
Observed or examined patients to detect symptoms that required medical attention such as bruises or open wounds.
Engaged in housekeeping tasks by replacing linens and cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms.
Facilitated efficient patient transfers, reducing risk of injury through proper body mechanics and use of assistive devices.
Home Health Aide
2 Years 11 Months
LifemattersUSA | 05.2014 - 04.2017
Assisted clients with daily living activities, promoting independence and enhancing quality of life.
Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient condition to ensure proper care.
Provided companionship and emotional support to clients, fostering positive relationships.
Trained new staff on caregiving protocols and best practices for client interaction.
Implemented safety measures to prevent accidents and ensure client well-being at home.
Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
Assisted with meal planning and preparation according to dietary restrictions, meeting nutritional needs while adhering to personal preferences.
Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
Monitored client health by performing routine pulse, temperature and blood pressure checks.
Adapted to ever-changing patient needs, consistently adjusting care plans and strategies in order to provide the highest quality of personalized assistance.
Completed thorough documentation of patient care activities, maintaining accurate records for effective communication amongst the healthcare team.
Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
Safely transferred patients using appropriate equipment such as Hoyer lifts or gait belts minimizing injury risks.
Provided transportation and appointments management.
Transported patients to medical appointments and social outings, fostering community engagement and overall wellbeing.
Transported clients for medical and personal outings.
Assisted clients with living independently through skill-building and mentoring in areas such as housekeeping adaptations and preparation of healthy meals.
Helped clients with managed home care, ensuring efficacy of care by monitoring health status.
Assisted with end-of-life care.
Utilized universal precautions and infection control principles in all aspects of care.
Documented vital statistics and coordinated with health care providers.
Delivered top-notch care for children with developmental disabilities, acquired illnesses or injuries.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
University of Maryland | MD | 09.2015
High School Diploma
Flour Lady of Mount Camel | Buea, Cameroon | 05.2010