Reshmi Rao
Kihei,HI
Summary
Compassionate, resilient, detail-oriented nursing student and nurse aide with over five years experience at Maui County Forensic Facility. Equipped with a strong willingness to learn and poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. BLS certified and proficient in EHR, I excel in fostering teamwork and collaboration while ensuring safety and hygiene standards are met.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Private Home Health Aide
Self-employed
03.2025 - Current
- Provided personalized care and support to clients in daily activities, enhancing overall quality of life.
- Assisted clients with medication management, ensuring adherence to prescribed regimens.
- Developed individualized care plans based on client needs and health conditions.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes in clients' health status to family or healthcare providers.
- Implemented safety protocols in home environments, reducing risks for clients during daily activities.
- Administered prescribed medications under direction of physician.
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate personal care and assistance with daily activities.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, adhering to strict hygiene standards and infection control protocols.
- Assisted with personal grooming tasks such as bathing, dressing, and oral care, preserving patient dignity at all times.
- Promoted emotional well-being by engaging in active listening and empathetic communication during challenging times.
- Built rapport with patients and their families.
- Assisted with end-of-life care.
- Transported clients for medical and personal outings.
Morgue Intern
Maui County Forensic Facility
06.2019 - Current
- Assisted with autopsy that include evisceration, photography, fingerprinting and suturing.
- Observed and documented procedures during forensic examinations alongside Forensic Pathologist.
- Performed blood draws, urine samples and vitreous collection for toxicology screening.
- Maintained a clean work environment with necessary strict biohazard precautions.
- Labeled blood and tissue specimens for toxicology and pathology.
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
Assistant Instructor
Ohana Martial Arts
06.2010 - Current
- Led, inspired and motivated youth and adults through mental development and personal training.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans tailored to diverse student skill levels.
- Strengthened and promoted student's self-esteem, teamwork, discipline and personal safety.
- Mentored junior instructors, promoting consistent teaching methods and best practices.
- Promoted a positive training environment, fostering discipline and respect among students.
- Evaluated student progress regularly, adjusting lesson plans as needed to address individual needs and challenges.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
University of Hawaii Maui College
Maui, HI05-2026
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
University of Hawaii At Manoa
Honolulu, HI05-2020
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
University of Hawaii Maui College
Maui, HI12-2016
Skills
- Organization & time management
- EHR proficiency
- BLS certified
- Teamwork & collaboration
- Cultural competence
- Compassionate & empathetic
- Proficient communicator
- Detail-oriented
Timeline
Private Home Health Aide
Self-employed
03.2025 - Current
Morgue Intern
Maui County Forensic Facility
06.2019 - Current
Assistant Instructor
Ohana Martial Arts
06.2010 - Current
Associate of Science - Nursing
University of Hawaii Maui College
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
University of Hawaii At Manoa
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
University of Hawaii Maui College