Samuel Akapo
Nottingham,MD
Summary
Compassionate Community Health Worker known for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Specialize in health education, patient advocacy, and community outreach with strong abilities in collaboration, problem-solving, and adaptability. Excel at communication, empathy, and cultural sensitivity to enhance community health outcomes and support individual patient needs.
Committed Public Health Educator with experience in promoting health and wellness within diverse communities. Strengths include designing, implementing, and evaluating public health programs to address community needs effectively. Skilled in collaborating with local organizations to maximize reach of educational materials and initiatives. Demonstrated success in improving community health outcomes through targeted educational campaigns and interventions.
Compassionate Caregiver/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.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
2nd Family
Elkridge, Maryland
02.2022 - Current
- Provided comfort measures such as back rubs and positioning pillows for added comfort.
- Collected specimens for testing purposes upon request from physicians or nurses.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.
- Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
- Assisted with admission procedures such as gathering personal data from the patient's chart.
- Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
- Participated in educational programs related to nursing assistant skills development.
- Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
- Transported patients to treatment units, using wheelchair or stretcher.
- Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Administered medications as directed by registered nurse or physician.
Certified Medication Technician
Penn Mar/
Freeland, Maryland
06.2018 - Current
- Assisted in the development of individualized treatment plans for each resident based on their medical needs.
- Monitored vital signs prior to administering medications and reported any changes or irregularities to the supervising nurse.
- Ensured that medication was stored correctly according to manufacturer guidelines and facility policies.
- Administered medications to residents in accordance with physician's orders, nursing standards, and state regulations.
- Observed residents during medication administration for adverse reactions or non-compliance with instructions provided by staff members.
Direct Support Professional
Penn Mar
Freeland, Maryland
02.2018 - Current
- Administered prescribed medications on a timely basis following care plan instructions.
- Provided emotional support for clients who were experiencing depression or anxiety due to their illness or disability.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the client's care such as laundry and changing linens.
- Maintained accurate records of services provided, changes in client condition, medications administered and other pertinent information.
- Monitored vital signs, including blood pressure, temperature and pulse rate.
- Observed changes in behavior or physical condition that may require medical attention and reported them promptly to supervisor.
- Provided assistance to individuals with daily activities such as personal care, meal preparation and medication reminders.
- Monitored individuals' behaviors, documented observations, reported any changes or concerns to supervisor.
- Accompanied individuals on outings to promote independence and integration into the community.
- Documented current patient information to update vital signs, behaviors, and eating habits.
- Reported changes in client condition to administrators, facilitating nursing intervention.
Education
Master of Science - Public Health
Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, AL05-2025
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
University of The People
Pasadena, CA03-2023
GED -
GED
Largo, MD.10-2015
Skills
- Observing responses
- Collecting specimens
- Patient-focused care
- Conducting intakes
- Documenting behaviors
- Care plan implementation
- Vital sign recording
- Transporting patients
- Chronic disease management
- Documentation expert
- Direct patient care
- Mobility assistance
- Activity coordination
- Case management
- Positioning patients
- HIPAA compliance
- Helping with medication
- Patient relationship building
- Patient care
- Compassionate caregiver
- Complex Problem-solving
- Medical records management
- Mental health awareness
- Emergency preparedness
- Health promotion
- Epidemiology
- Environmental health
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
2nd Family
02.2022 - Current
Certified Medication Technician
Penn Mar/
06.2018 - Current
Direct Support Professional
Penn Mar
02.2018 - Current
Master of Science - Public Health
Columbia Southern University
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
University of The People
GED -
GED