Sainabou Tunkara
Sun Prairie
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.
Certified Nursing Assistant with experience serving chronically ill patients, including assisting with daily living activities and household tasks. Patient and highly compassionate. Skilled at operating within long-term care environments or outpatient centers.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Central Wisconsin Center
Madison
09.2022 - Current
- Took temperature readings orally or rectally as instructed by the RN or MD.
- Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
- Cleaned and sanitized patient rooms according to established protocols.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times.
- Transported patients to treatment units, using wheelchair or stretcher.
- Performed housekeeping duties such as changing linens and cleaning bathrooms when necessary.
- Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
- Participated in educational programs related to nursing assistant skills development.
- Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
- Provided comfort measures such as back rubs and positioning pillows for added comfort.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
Home Health Aide
Mentor Network
Madison
01.2013 - 04.2023
- Helped clients move in bed, stand or walk using proper body mechanics techniques.
- Assisted in ambulation and exercise routines for clients.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to patients.
- Transported clients to doctor appointments and social events.
- Changed bed linens and maintained a clean living environment for the client's safety.
- Administered medications as instructed by physician or nurse practitioner.
- Took initiative to ensure all tasks were completed efficiently within the designated time frame.
- Engaged patients in recreational activities such as reading books or playing games.
- Assisted with personal care activities, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Provided emotional support to clients dealing with chronic illnesses or end-of-life situations.
- Encouraged independence by teaching self-care skills such as grooming and hygiene habits.
- Recorded daily notes about client conditions, treatments provided and progress made.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information at all times as per HIPAA regulations.
- Prepared meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
- Provided companionship and monitored health condition of clients.
- Answered patient calls promptly, providing assistance or referring them to appropriate personnel when needed.
- Reported any changes in the client's physical or emotional condition to supervisor immediately.
- Followed HIPAA regulations to maintain confidentiality of sensitive patient information.
- Assisted clients with bathing, dressing, and incontinence care.
- Documented care provided and submitted notes to supervisor.
- Cared for patients by assisting with personal hygiene tasks and completing basic household chores.
- Helped clients stay happy and healthy by providing mental and emotional support.
- Prepared high-quality nutritious meals for patients to promote better overall health and improve eating habits.
- Accompanied clients to doctors' offices and on other trips outside home, providing transportation, assistance and companionship.
Education
Certified Nursing Assistant
Central Wisconsin Center
Madison11-2022
High School Diploma -
Gambia High School
Gambia06-1993
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient transportation
- Patient care documentation
- Medication administration
- Infection control practices
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Emotional support
- Client companionship
- Housekeeping duties
- Nutritional meal preparation
- Patient condition reporting
- Time management
- Patient-focused care
- Mobility assistance
- Range of motion exercises
- Meal planning
- Blood glucose testing
- Trustworthy companion
- G-tube care
- Oxygen therapy
- Toileting assistance
Certification
- Certified nursing assistant
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Central Wisconsin Center
09.2022 - Current
Home Health Aide
Mentor Network
01.2013 - 04.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
Central Wisconsin Center
High School Diploma -
Gambia High School