Mpula Ayao
Gainesville,VA
Summary
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level CNA position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Nursing Assistant
Wellington At Lake Manassas
07.2022 - Current
- Increased patient engagement by providing emotional support, companionship, and encouragement during challenging times.
- Expedited response times to call lights, boosting overall patient satisfaction levels during their stay at the facility.
- Proactively identified changes in patient condition or behavior, alerting appropriate healthcare personnel for prompt intervention when necessary.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Engaged in housekeeping tasks by replacing linens and cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Promoted a safe and clean environment by maintaining strict adherence to infection control protocols and sanitation standards.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Facilitated efficient patient transfers, reducing risk of injury through proper body mechanics and use of assistive devices.
- Contributed to effective communication between patients and healthcare providers by translating medical jargon into easily understandable language.
- Observed or examined patients to detect symptoms that required medical attention such as bruises or open wounds.
- Conducted patient and family education on the importance of proper nutrition, exercise, and self-care practices to foster overall health and wellbeing.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.
- Assisted in the training of new Nursing Assistants, sharing knowledge of best practices to improve overall department performance.
- Provided effective pre-and post-operative care by preparing patients for surgery, monitoring vital signs, and assisting with pain management techniques.
- Aided in the prevention of pressure ulcers through diligent monitoring and implementation of appropriate turning schedules for bedridden patients.
- Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
- Participated in regular staff meetings to discuss emerging issues within the unit, contributing ideas for quality improvement initiatives.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Enhanced continuity of care by thoroughly documenting shift reports and maintaining clear communication with incoming staff members.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Enhanced patient care by effectively monitoring vital signs and accurately documenting medical information.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
- Assisted nursing staff with wound care procedures for faster healing and reduced infection rates.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Supported needs of [Number]+ residents under long-term care.
- Delivered high-quality care to [Type] patients in hospital facility.
- Identified and reported unsafe situations to maintain adherence to safety protocols.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Nursing Assistant
Capital Caring Hospice
11.2011 - Current
- Increased patient engagement by providing emotional support, companionship, and encouragement during challenging times.
- Expedited response times to call lights, boosting overall patient satisfaction levels during their stay at the facility.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
Education
No Degree -
Lycee Bosangani
AfricaSkills
- Patient Care Quality
- Quality Assurance Controls
- Certified Medication Technician (CMT)
- Biohazard Disposal
- Wound care specialist
- Patient Positioning
- Patient Management
- EMR Updating
- Resident Care Partner (RCP)
- Client documentation
- Home Care Aide
- Chronic Disease Management
- Output Monitoring and Reporting
- Outpatient Care
- Unit Supply Maintenance
- Specimen Collection
- Patient Feeding
- Certified Nursing Assistant
- Documenting behaviors
- HIPAA Compliance
- Family Education
- Calm Under Stress
- Patient Observation
- Meal Preparation
- Observing responses
- Feeding Assistance
- Support Services
- Vital signs
- Personal Care Aide
- Heartsaver First Aid
- Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NVCI)
Timeline
Nursing Assistant
Wellington At Lake Manassas
07.2022 - Current
Nursing Assistant
Capital Caring Hospice
11.2011 - Current
No Degree -
Lycee Bosangani
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