Priscilla Asante
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
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Dumont Nursing care and rehabilitation center
Westchester
02.2023 - Current
- Assisted residents with daily living activities and personal care.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
- Supported mobility by helping residents with walking and transferring.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
- Ensured cleanliness and organization of resident living spaces to promote a safe and comfortable environment.
- Accurately documented patient information in electronic health records to support effective communication within the healthcare team.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized care plans.
- Provided companionship and emotional support, fostering a positive and nurturing atmosphere for residents.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Provided residents with drinking water and nourishment to ensure hydration and nutrition.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
- Provided comfort measures such as back rubs and positioning pillows for added comfort.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals, and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Regies care center
The Bronx
06.2022 - 02.2023
- Assisted residents with daily living activities and personal care.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Supported mobility by helping residents with walking and transferring.
- Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Communicated effectively with residents and families about care needs.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized care plans.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance resident well-being.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
- Provided drinking water and snacks to residents to ensure hydration and nutrition.
- Provided comfort measures such as back rubs and positioning pillows for added comfort.
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals, and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of resident living spaces.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
Education
Pentecost Senior High School
Ghana , AfricaSkills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Electronic health records
- Patient care documentation
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Ambulation support
- Condition observation
- Attention to detail
- Mobility assistance
- Range of motion exercises
Languages
English
Professional
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Dumont Nursing care and rehabilitation center
02.2023 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Regies care center
06.2022 - 02.2023
Pentecost Senior High School