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Patience Opoku

Fort Worth,TX

Summary

Dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant with a proven track record at Montefiore Hospital, excelling in patient care and vital signs monitoring. Leveraged compassionate approach and HIPAA compliance to enhance patient wellbeing and safety, significantly reducing fall incidents. A reliable team player, adept at streamlining communication for improved care quality. State-certified Nursing Assistant bringing senior-level experience in healthcare settings. Observant and reliable with good bedside manner and excellent time-management skills to address patient requirements in high-volume care facilities. Proficient in mobility and personal hygiene support. Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds. Detail-oriented Certified Nursing Assistant with successful geriatric healthcare experience. personable and compassionate with superior communication and rapport-building skills. Strong commitment to comprehensive and individualized patient care and education. Liaises with medical professionals, patients and family to provide continuous top-quality care and education. Ambitious Certified Nursing Assistant possessing extensive experience with patient care in medical settings. Strong observational skills combined with excellent patient evaluation abilities. Proven history of cultivating strong patient rapport to provide quality care and patient education. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

9
years of professional experience

Work History

PREFERRED HOME CARE
2357 60th St, Brooklyn, NY 11204

Certified Nursing Assistant
05.2015 - 08.2018

Job overview

  • Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
  • Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
  • Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
  • Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
  • Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
  • Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
  • Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
  • Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.

Montefiore Hospital
111 E 210th St, Bronx, NY 10467

Certified Nursing Assistant
08.2018 - 11.2023

Job overview

  • Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
  • Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.

Heaven At Home Senior Care
2441 Ft Worth Dr Denton, TX 76205

Certified Nursing Assistant
12.2023 - Current

Job overview

  • Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
  • Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
  • Served as an advocate for each patient's needs during shift handoffs or interdisciplinary conferences with other healthcare professionals.
  • Streamlined communication between nursing staff, patients, and families to ensure comprehensive understanding of care plans.

Education

Central University College
Ghana, Accra

No Degree from Nursing Assistance
03.2010

Benkum High School
Ghana, Accra

High School Diploma
07.2005

Skills

  • Patient Care
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Reliable team player
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Collecting vital signs
  • Compassionate
  • Basic Life Support
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Recording vital signs
  • Patient-focused care

Languages

English
Full Professional

Timeline

Certified Nursing Assistant

Heaven At Home Senior Care
12.2023 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant

Montefiore Hospital
08.2018 - 11.2023

Certified Nursing Assistant

PREFERRED HOME CARE
05.2015 - 08.2018

Central University College

No Degree from Nursing Assistance

Benkum High School

High School Diploma
Patience Opoku