Nathan Porkpa
West Fargo ,ND
Summary
Caring and compassionate Nursing Assistant with excellent clinical, customer service and communication skills and an ability to quickly learn new concepts and skills.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nursing Assistant
SMP- HealthCare, St Catherine South
Fargo , ND
02.2022 - Current
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Documented care actions by completing records and logs in medical software system.
- 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.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Provided companionship to patients, monitored their emotional well-being, and offered reassurance when needed.
- Assisted nurses and physicians with patient care, including bathing, dressing, transferring to beds and wheelchairs, and taking vital signs.
- Maintained patient records accurately by documenting daily activities and changes in conditions or treatments.
- Observed patients' conditions regularly for any physical or mental changes and reported findings to the appropriate personnel promptly.
- Demonstrated respect and regard for dignity of patients, families and fellow employees to promote professional, responsible and courteous environment.
CNA
Ascendo Resources
Orando , FL
06.2021 - Current
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
Nursing Assistant
Edgewood Senior Living
02.2019 - Current
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness
- Assessed vitals and noted all medical information to report changes to nursing staff
- Provided daily living activities to patients by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients
Nursing Assistant
Ave Maria Village
04.2018 - 02.2019
- Provided daily living activities to patients by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients
- Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment
Nursing Assistant
Dakota Travel Nurse
12.2016 - 01.2019
- Provided daily living activities to patients by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness
Nursing Assistant
Montgomery Village Healthcare Center
11.2010 - 03.2015
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness
- Assessed vitals and noted all medical information to report changes to nursing staff
Nursing Assistant
Redemption Hospital
02.1998 - 11.2003
- Provided daily living activities to patients by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients
- Prepared, maintained and cleaned treatment areas after daily use
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Radians College of Nursing
Washington, DCHigh School Diploma -
Amos T. Taybior Institute
Liberia08.2003
CNA
Morning Star Academy
Gaithersburg, MD04.2010
Skills
- Grooming and bathing assistance
- Monitoring fluids
- Patient relations
- Setting appointments
- CPR and BLS certified
- Clinical issues understanding
- Patient positioning understanding
- Information documentation
- Speaking clearly
Certification
- CNA ( Lic ND # 65091, Lic SD # A055982, Lic MN #10845153, MT 415799
- CPR certified through American Heart Association
- BLS - Basic Life Support
Timeline
Nursing Assistant
SMP- HealthCare, St Catherine South
02.2022 - Current
CNA
Ascendo Resources
06.2021 - Current
Nursing Assistant
Edgewood Senior Living
02.2019 - Current
Nursing Assistant
Ave Maria Village
04.2018 - 02.2019
Nursing Assistant
Dakota Travel Nurse
12.2016 - 01.2019
Nursing Assistant
Montgomery Village Healthcare Center
11.2010 - 03.2015
Nursing Assistant
Redemption Hospital
02.1998 - 11.2003
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Radians College of Nursing
High School Diploma -
Amos T. Taybior Institute
CNA
Morning Star Academy
- CNA ( Lic ND # 65091, Lic SD # A055982, Lic MN #10845153, MT 415799
- CPR certified through American Heart Association
- BLS - Basic Life Support
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