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QUEENTER OTIENO

Bristow,IA

Summary

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.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Nursing Assistant

Care.com Inc
01.2025 - 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.
  • 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.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
  • 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.
  • Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.

Private Caregiver

Home Health Aid
08.2024 - 11.2024
  • Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
  • Provided emotional support and companionship to patients, promoting overall wellbeing.
  • Handled household management tasks like laundry, light housekeeping and grocery shopping leading to a well-maintained living space.
  • Maintained a safe and clean environment, reducing the risk of infection or injury.
  • Assisted with personal hygiene tasks such as bathing, grooming, and dressing for enhanced selfesteem.
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities for improved quality of life.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported any abnormalities to healthcare providers promptly.

Activity Assistant

Lake Manassas Health and Rehab
05.2024 - 08.2024
  • Managed activity calendar, ensuring diverse options catered to a wide range of interests and abilities.
  • Conducted sensory stimulation activities for memory care patients, improving mood regulation and reducing agitation incidents.
  • Coordinated special events to celebrate holidays, birthdays, or other milestones that fostered a sense of community within the residence.
  • Boosted social interaction among residents through the organization of group events and outings.
  • Promoted mental fitness by facilitating trivia games and puzzles that challenged cognitive abilities while encouraging socialization among peers.
  • Enhanced resident engagement by developing and implementing creative activities tailored to individual needs.
  • Directed art therapy sessions, empowering participants to express themselves creatively while enhancing cognitive function and dexterity skills.
  • Provided emotional support and companionship to improve quality of life for residents.
  • Engaged residents through events, small groups, and personal attention.
  • Scheduled movies, entertainment, and other special events.
  • Transported and escorted program participants to and from activities and on field trips.
  • Assisted in preparing recreational materials and supplies for each activity.

Care Assistant

Tenderly Touch Llc
05.2023 - 05.2024
  • Maintained clean and organized living spaces for patients, ensuring a comfortable and sanitary environment conducive to healing.
  • Assisted patients with mobility, transferring them safely between beds, chairs, and wheelchairs as needed.
  • Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
  • Assisted with meal preparation and feeding, ensuring adherence to dietary restrictions and nutritional guidelines for optimal health.
  • Promoted a safe environment for patients through regular monitoring of vital signs and reporting any abnormalities to medical staff.
  • Monitored and maintained cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned station and service areas.

Education

Associate of Science - Health Sciences

Northern Virginia Community College.
Manassas, VA
07-2026

Skills

  • Patient care
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Reliable team player
  • Direct patient care
  • Transfer techniques
  • Ambulation assistance
  • Urinary catheter care
  • Colostomy care
  • Collecting vital signs
  • Alzheimer's and dementia care
  • Basic life support
  • Safety precautions

Certification

  • First Aid Certification - American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
  • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - State Boards of Nursing.

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Swahili
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Certified Nursing Assistant

Care.com Inc
01.2025 - Current

Private Caregiver

Home Health Aid
08.2024 - 11.2024

Activity Assistant

Lake Manassas Health and Rehab
05.2024 - 08.2024

Care Assistant

Tenderly Touch Llc
05.2023 - 05.2024
  • First Aid Certification - American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
  • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - State Boards of Nursing.

Associate of Science - Health Sciences

Northern Virginia Community College.
QUEENTER OTIENO