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PENINAH NKINZI

Tacoma,WA

Summary

Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant diligent about serving patient's medical and personal needs. Focused on delivering high-quality care to individuals from diverse backgrounds. Dedicated to protecting patient safety and promoting satisfaction with facility services. Kind and energetic professional with outstanding bedside manner and charting abilities.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Nursing Assistant

Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center
Puyallup, WA
02.2025 - Current
  • Monitor vital signs, such as pulse rate, respiration rate, and blood pressure.
  • Collect specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
  • Utilize appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
  • Distribute drinking water and nourishment to patients.
  • Answer patient call lights promptly, and respond to requests appropriately.
  • Ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding the confidentiality of information.
  • Turn and reposition patients using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
  • Facilitate activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding, and ambulation.
  • Document information in patient charts, and communicate status updates to the interdisciplinary care team.
  • Conduct routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar, and heart rate.

Volunteer

TUKWILA FOOD PANTRY
Tukwila, WA
12.2024 - 12.2024
  • Helped with prep, setup, and breakdown of food stuffs for community.
  • Engaged in crisis intervention procedures to prevent or facilitate hospitalization.
  • Collaborated with other volunteers to create a positive work environment.
  • Followed directions from supervisors and completed tasks within appropriate timeframe.
  • Collaborated with others by contributing time, effort and skills to achieve the organization's goals.

CNA

AVAMERE HERITAGE REHABILITATION
Tacoma, WA
06.2018 - 02.2020
  • Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
  • Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
  • Monitored vital signs such as pulse rate, respiration rate, and blood pressure.
  • Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
  • Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
  • Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
  • Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
  • Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.

Education

Associate of Science - Practical Nursing

Green River Community College
Auburn, WA
09-2024

Associate of Science - Pre Nursing

Pierce College
Puyallup, WA
03-2021

Skills

  • HIPAA compliance
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Crisis intervention
  • Communication skills
  • Patient observation and documentation
  • Safety precautions
  • Conducting intakes
  • Mental health support
  • Blood sugar monitoring

Certification

  • Certified Nursing Assistant
  • Basic Life Support (CPR and AED )
  • Medical Assistant Registered.

Accomplishments

  • I was added on the Dean's list at Pierce College for being among the best students for fall and winter quarter 2021
  • I was added on the Dean's list at Green river Community College for being among the best students for the fall quarter.

Languages

English
Professional
Luganda
Professional

Timeline

Certified Nursing Assistant

Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center
02.2025 - Current

Volunteer

TUKWILA FOOD PANTRY
12.2024 - 12.2024

CNA

AVAMERE HERITAGE REHABILITATION
06.2018 - 02.2020

Associate of Science - Practical Nursing

Green River Community College

Associate of Science - Pre Nursing

Pierce College

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