Quiniva AJONGAKOA
Sliver spring,MD
Summary
Compassionate Geriatric Nursing Assistant with extensive experience at CommuniCare Inc., recognized for exceptional patient care and effective communication. Proficient in wound care and vital signs monitoring, I excel in enhancing patient comfort and safety while fostering teamwork and collaboration to achieve optimal health outcomes.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Geriatric Nursing Assistant
CommuniCareInc
Sliver Spring, MD
07.2023 - Current
- Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
- Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
- Observed patients for changes in condition or behavior.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Helped maintain a safe environment by following established protocols.
- Shaved and draped patients to prepare for surgery, treatment or examination.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
- Exercised comatose and paralyzed patients to reduce delirium and improve physical function.
- Conducted therapeutic activities with assigned patients.
- Maintained a clean work environment by adhering to infection control policies.
- Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
- Assessed the physical, emotional, social and spiritual needs of patients.
- Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
- Educated patients on safety measures and fall prevention techniques.
- Assisted with daily living activities such as bathing, grooming, feeding and dressing.
- Supported nursing staff members with various tasks as needed.
- Transported specimens, laboratory items or pharmacy items, verifying proper documentation and delivery to authorized personnel.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
- Performed routine treatments such as wound care and catheterizations.
- Utilized proper body mechanics when performing patient lifts or transfers.
- Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Utilized various software and tools to streamline processes and optimize performance.
- Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
- Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Assisting Hands Home Care Of Potomac
Potomac, MD
02.2023 - Current
- Transported patients to treatment units, using wheelchair or stretcher.
- Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
- Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Collected specimens for testing purposes upon request from physicians or nurses.
- Participated in educational programs related to nursing assistant skills development.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
- Assisted with admission procedures such as gathering personal data from the patient's chart.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
Education
Associate of Science - Social Sciences
Montgomery College
Rockville, MDSkills
- Patient care
- Patient documentation
- Vital signs monitoring
- Electronic medical records
- Customer service
- End-of-life care
- Dressing assistance
- Dementia care
- Wound care
- Infection control
- Team collaboration
- Physical therapy assistance
- ADL management
- Transfer techniques
- Mobility support
- Behavior redirection
- Community activities
- Toileting assistance
- Fall prevention
- Hygiene maintenance
- Condition reporting
- Palliative care
- Activities of daily living
- Continence care
- Feeding assistance
- Therapeutic exercises
- Pressure ulcer prevention
- Personal care assistance
- Biohazard disposal
- Colostomy care
- Time management
- Interpersonal communication
- Patient bathing
- Active listening
- CPR certification
- Attention to detail
- Emotional support
- Patient safety management
Timeline
Geriatric Nursing Assistant
CommuniCareInc
07.2023 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Assisting Hands Home Care Of Potomac
02.2023 - Current
Associate of Science - Social Sciences
Montgomery College
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