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Prince Agyapong

CNA
BURNSVILLE,MN

Summary

Accomplished Certified Nursing Assistant with a proven track record at Minnesota Masonic Home, excelling in patient care and HIPAA compliance. Leveraged compassionate caregiving and direct patient care skills to enhance patient wellbeing, achieving a significant reduction in fall incidents. Demonstrates exceptional bedside manner and a reliable team player attitude, committed to delivering high-quality care.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Nursing Assistant

Minnesota Masonic Home
06.2016 - Current
  • 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.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
  • 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.
  • Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
  • Streamlined communication between nursing staff, patients, and families to ensure comprehensive understanding of care plans.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
  • Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
  • Actively participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress and develop effective care strategies.
  • Educated family members on caregiving techniques to better support their loved ones at home after discharge from the facility.
  • Adhered strictly to infection control policies while performing tasks such as administering medications or changing dressings.

Certified Nursing Assistant

HOPKINS CARE CENTER
08.2002 - 10.2015
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
  • Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
  • Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
  • Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
  • Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
  • Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
  • Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
  • Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.

Education

High School Diploma -

A.R.S TECHNICAL INSTITUTE
ACCRA, GHANA

Skills

  • Patient Care
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Reliable team player
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Bathing Assistance
  • Collecting vital signs
  • Bedside manner
  • Compassionate caregiver
  • Basic Life Support

Certification

  • CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant

Languages

English
Professional Working
TWI
Full Professional

Timeline

Certified Nursing Assistant

Minnesota Masonic Home
06.2016 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant

HOPKINS CARE CENTER
08.2002 - 10.2015

High School Diploma -

A.R.S TECHNICAL INSTITUTE

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