Hi, I’m
Nana Akua Serwaa Bonsu
Johnson City,TN
Summary
Reliable, friendly, and compassionate Student Nurse adept at learning new concepts and skills. Passionate about helping patients and creating healthy work environment for everyone. I have completed my clinical in Geriatrics, Med-Surg, Psych, Maternity, Community and Pediatrics. I will soon be completing my Senior Med Surg and Leadership clinicals and will graduate with my BSN in December 2023.
Overview
2
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Ballad Health
Student Nurse Intern/Certified Nursing Assistant
10.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Assist preceptor and other nursing staff with tasks such as obtaining EKGs, bladder scans, manual blood pressure, blood sugars, sending lab specimens and other nursing and environmental support
- Collaborate with preceptor to learn nursing skills such as IV insertion, foley catheters, NG tubes and all aspects of care of the patient
- Collaborated with nurse preceptors and other medical staff to achieve quality patient outcome goals.
- Administered close patient care, checked vital signs, and monitored telemetry.
- Attended medical procedures to increase nursing expertise and advance training.
- Maintained comfort and safety of each patient through careful monitoring and knowledge application.
- Completed medical facility experience while under supervision of qualified staff.
- Monitored patient status and reported update to preceptor
- Delivered exceptional care to patients by helping with mobility and daily living requirements.
- Assisted patients with personal hygiene requirements and monitored conditions to update nursing staff.
- Met with patient to make introductions, inquire about needs and offer assistance.
- Built rapport with patients and members of patients' support systems.
Innovative Homecare Solutions Inc.
Home Health Care Aide
05.2021 - 12.2021
Job overview
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
Education
East Tennessee State UniversityJohnson City, TN
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
12.2023
University Overview
- Dean's List [Spring 2020, Spring 2021, Fall 2021, Fall 2022, Spring 2023]
Skills
- Nursing Assistance
- Monitoring Telemetry
- Monitoring Vital Signs
- Grooming Support
- Supporting Daily Living Needs
- Clear Patient Communication
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Prescription Drug Recommendations
- EPIC Charting
- Activities of Daily Living ADLs
Certification
Basic Life Support from AHA expires 2025
Timeline
Student Nurse Intern/Certified Nursing Assistant
Ballad Health
10.2022 - Current
Home Health Care Aide
Innovative Homecare Solutions Inc.
05.2021 - 12.2021
East Tennessee State University
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
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