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Ruth Gichana

Youngsville,NY

Summary

Organized LPN with background in offering expert care to a range of patient demographics. Empathetic professional with excellent communication abilities. Set work priorities and make sure all paperwork is up to date. Dedicated and industrious job seeker with excellent organizational abilities hoping to land an entry-level RN career. Ready to assist team in achieving corporate objectives.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

LPN

Bayada Home Health
01.2023 - Current
  • Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively.
  • Assisted physicians during examinations or procedures as needed.
  • Wound care
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and closely monitoring vital signs.
  • Assisted with, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
  • Effective communication and empathetic listening skills.
  • Implemented infection control measures.
  • Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
  • Reduced medication errors by accurately administering medications and diligently verifying patient information.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments.
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
  • Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families.

Home Health CNA

Homewatch CareGiversInc
10.2020 - Current
  • Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • Fostered positive environment for patients and their families.
  • Ensured timely medication administration for improved patient health outcomes.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake
  • Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Assisted with daily living activities

Cashier Helper

Party City
10.2018 - 08.2019
  • Participated in ongoing training sessions to stay up-to-date on company policies and procedures.
  • Conducted inventory counts.
  • Processed refunds and exchanges in accordance with company policy.
  • Managed lines during peak hours effectively.
  • Met customer needs through polite, friendly and attentive service.
  • Counted cash drawers before and after shifts to verify accuracy and report discrepancies.
  • Time management during rush hours.

Crew Member

Chipotle
11.2017 - 01.2019
  • Participated in ongoing training programs, continuously updating knowledge of company policies and procedures.
  • Kept kitchen, counter and dining areas cleaned and sanitized.
  • Assisted in reducing wait times by efficiently managing customer queues during peak hours.
  • Properly labeled and stored food and fresh ingredients in cooler or freezer to optimize freshness.
  • Managed approximately 30 incoming calls, emails and faxes per day from customers.

Caregiver

Kelley's Family Care Home
06.2017 - 08.2017
  • I was helping patients with their ADLs.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

ECPI University
Raleigh, NC
05.2024

High School Diploma -

Irondale Senior High School
New Brighton, MN
05.2017

Skills

  • Work Planning and Coordination
  • Adaptable and Flexible
  • Strong Clinical Judgment
  • Chronic Disease Management
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Clinical Documentation
  • Patient Assessments
  • Responsible and Dependable
  • Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration
  • Emergency Response
  • Recordkeeping and Maintenance
  • Compassionate Care
  • Infection Control

Certification

  • Certified CPR, BLS - 2024
  • Licensed LPN - 2022
  • Licensed RN-2024

Timeline

LPN

Bayada Home Health
01.2023 - Current

Home Health CNA

Homewatch CareGiversInc
10.2020 - Current

Cashier Helper

Party City
10.2018 - 08.2019

Crew Member

Chipotle
11.2017 - 01.2019

Caregiver

Kelley's Family Care Home
06.2017 - 08.2017

Associate of Science - Nursing

ECPI University

High School Diploma -

Irondale Senior High School

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