Nana Efua Anaglate
Newark,NJ
Summary
Compassionate Health Care Assistant with a proven track record at Visiting Angels, enhancing patient satisfaction through empathetic support and effective vital signs monitoring. Skilled in infection control and patient observation, I excel in creating a safe, comfortable environment while promoting emotional well-being and dignity for those in my care.
Overview
2015
2015
years of professional experience
Work History
Health Care Assistant
Visiting Angles
- Assisted with patient hygiene, physical comfort, eating, and drinking, and mobility while observing and reporting specific changes.
- Lifted patients using appropriate equipment in accordance with moving and handling policy.
- Reduced risk of infections by adhering to strict hygiene protocols during all aspects of care delivery.
- Observed patient skin conditions and reported findings to registered nurse.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care to individuals with various health conditions.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing personal care services such as bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance.
- Arranged bedding and cushions to enhance patient comfort in bed and chairs.
- Supported nursing staff with care of incontinent patients and promotion of continence care.
- Increased patient safety by promptly addressing concerns and reporting incidents or potential hazards to supervisory staff.
- Assisted nursing staff in maintaining a clean and safe environment for optimal patient recovery.
- Performed vital signs monitoring, ensuring timely reporting of any abnormalities to the medical team.
- Ensured reliable communication between patients and healthcare providers by serving as an empathetic listener and effective advocate when necessary.
- Played an active role in delivering holistic care that addressed not only physical but also emotional well-being of patients under my supervision.
- Supported patients'' physical therapy goals through guided exercises and range of motion activities.
- Coordinated with healthcare professionals to update patient records, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
- Improved patient satisfaction with compassionate care and attentive listening to concerns and needs.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families, fostering positive atmosphere in challenging times.
Nursing Assistant
Village at Sugar Land
08.2023 - 2023
- 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.
- Increased patient engagement by providing emotional support, companionship, and encouragement during challenging times.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Facilitated efficient patient transfers, reducing risk of injury through proper body mechanics and use of assistive devices.
Personal Assistant
Transoceans Shipping LLC
06.2010 - 02.2015
- Maintained appropriate filing of personal and professional documentation.
- Responded to emails and other correspondence to facilitate communication and enhance business processes.
- Improved time management of the executive through effective prioritization and organization of tasks.
- Maintained confidentiality and discretion while handling sensitive information relevant to company operations.
- Served as first point of contact for incoming visitors or phone calls, ensuring prompt responses or directing inquiries appropriately.
- Handled incoming mail, bills and invoices and completed appropriate actions.
- Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
- Participated in team meetings and staff training sessions.
Education
GED - Certified Nurse Assistant
Unique Medical Staffing
Irvington, NJ08.2017
GED - Healthcare
Unique Medical Staffing
Irvington, NJ05.2015
GED - Secretarial
Africa
Accra Ghana 09.1998
Business
Africa
10.1989
Skills
- Time management
- Patient care
- Patient-focused care
- Supporting personal needs
- Meal preparation
- Empathy and compassionate care
- Feeding assistance
- Patient positioning
- Catheter care
- Mobility assistance
- Bedsore prevention
- Patient observation
- Oral hygiene
- Recording vital signs
- Blood sugar monitoring
- Documenting behaviors
- Emotional and social support
- Infection control
- Heavy lifting
- Emotional support
- Vital signs monitoring
- Companionship and emotional support
Timeline
Nursing Assistant
Village at Sugar Land
08.2023 - 2023
Personal Assistant
Transoceans Shipping LLC
06.2010 - 02.2015
Health Care Assistant
Visiting Angles
GED - Certified Nurse Assistant
Unique Medical Staffing
GED - Healthcare
Unique Medical Staffing
GED - Secretarial
Africa
Business
Africa