Shella Tamufor
Austin,TX
Summary
Certified nursing assistant offering several years of experience in healthcare
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.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
Bubbiecare
Austin, TX
10.2023 - Current
- Shaved and draped patients to prepare for surgery, treatment or examination.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
- Reminded patients to take prescribed medications or nutritional supplements.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
- Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Planned and served meals and snacks to patients according to prescribed diets.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
CNA
Park bend health center and rehabilitation
Austin, TX
10.2022 - 08.2024
- Shaved and draped patients to prepare for surgery, treatment or examination.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
- Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Reminded patients to take prescribed medications or nutritional supplements.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
- Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Planned and served meals and snacks to patients according to prescribed diets.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
- Examined and treated patient lacerations, contusions, and physical symptoms and referred patients to other medical professionals.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Monitored vital signs such as pulse rate, respiration rate, and blood pressure.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
Psychiatric Nursing Assistant
Austin State Hospital
Austin, Texas
12.2020 - 01.2023
- Provided emotional support to patients with mental illness.
- Assisted in the implementation of individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Applied therapeutic communication skills to engage patients, understand concerns and meet objectives of individual recovery plans.
- Recorded and closely monitored patient behaviors and progress to effectively identify changes needing attention.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
- Answered office phone calls and emails, answering questions, and scheduling appointments with doctors.
- Supported patients in activities of daily living, such as bathing and dressing.
- Supervised and secured patients restricted to assigned areas.
- Ensured a safe environment for all patients by monitoring their behaviors closely and intervening when necessary.
- Maintained confidentiality regarding all aspects of patient care according to HIPAA standards.
- Emotionally supported patients, monitoring changes in behavior for potentially dangerous changes.
- Communicated effectively with individuals who have difficulty expressing themselves verbally or through written language.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving distressed or agitated patients.
- Assisted patients in accomplishing activities of daily living skills (ADLs).
- Monitored and documented changes in patient behavior and moods.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care for patients.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams in order to provide comprehensive care for clients.
- Promoted patient safety, monitoring environment and behaviors to proactively identify concerns.
- Encouraged patients to participate in recreational activities and group therapy sessions.
- Observed and documented patient behavior accurately in Electronic Health Record (EHR).
- Worked under supervision of registered nursing staff to deliver quality care to individuals in setting.
- Observed patients during meals, leisure times, and other activities to ensure safety and well-being.
- Performed regular assessments on assigned patients to identify any medical or psychological needs that may require further attention.
- Provided crisis intervention services when needed.
- Maintained professionalism in emergency situations, assisting staff members in actions and monitoring patients.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
AUSTIN STATE SUPPORTED LIVING CENTER
Austin State Supported Living Center
Austin , TX
11.2018 - 11.2020
- Enhanced patient wellbeing by supporting participation in recreational activities
- Developed strong and trusting rapport with each patient to facilitate best possible care and assistance
- Helped patients adjust to hospital routines and thrive in structured environments
- Supervised frequent activities such as medication and personal hygiene to ensure safety
- Supported and encouraged psychiatric patients to promote health and wellness
- Assisted disabled individuals to foster independence while still closely monitoring safety at all times
- Ensured clients’ well-being, safety and comfort in adherence with physicians’ orders.
- Prepared and accompanied patients on public outings, managing safety, behavior and other activities
- Prevented patient injuries by providing necessary restraints
- Transported client to doctor’s appointments and to complete other related errands
- Answered office phone calls and emails, answering questions and scheduling appointments with [Type] doctors
- Documentation.
- Monitored clients' progress to report necessary changes
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment to promote client happiness and safety
- Worked to improve patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Collaborated with case managers to ensure that client's needs were met properly.
- Maintained detailed records of client's progress and goals achieved.
- Monitored client's health status through regular assessments of physical condition.
- Actively listened to concerns from family members regarding their loved ones' care.
- Prepared patients for self-management and decision-making responsibilities.
- Performed assessments to determine individual limitations and strengths.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed at all times.
- Engaged clients in meaningful conversations about their interests or hobbies.
- Monitored and assisted both occupational and physical therapists during treatments.
- Collaborated with other professionals to provide comprehensive services for clients.
- Documented and filed patient health reports and charts.
- Facilitated daily activities such as meal preparation, medication administration, personal hygiene and leisure activities.
- Implemented strategies to reduce challenging behaviors.
- Provided direct care and supervision to individuals with disabilities in a residential setting.
- Encouraged positive behavior by modeling appropriate social behaviors.
- Responded promptly to any emergency situations in a professional manner.
- Completed routine maintenance and repair.
- Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
- Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
- Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
Caregiver
Gracywood 1
Austin , TX
06.2018 - 11.2018
- Worked to improve patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care
- Provided basic care for elderly patient, including scheduling appointments and managing finances and legal matters
- Assisted disabled individuals to foster independence while still closely monitoring safety at all times
- Coordinated and administered medications and organized healthcare appointments to maintain optimal client health
- Ambulated patients in personal spaces, across facilities and in public locations with supportive care and attention to personal requirements
- Completed general housekeeping work to help clients, including preparing healthy meals and keeping personal areas neat
- Helped clients handle all personal needs, from simple cleaning and daily exercise to bathing and personal grooming
- Monitored vital signs and medication use, documenting variances and concerning responses
- Assisted families in planning for meals and shopping for ingredients to meet nutritional plans
- Developed strong and trusting rapport with each patient to facilitate best possible care and assistance
- Transported patients to and from medical, dental and personal care appointments
- Engaged client in physical and mental activities to sustain quality of life
- Assisted patients with daily personal hygiene tasks by providing bathing, dressing and grooming
- Fostered relationship with client, providing companionship and counseling
- Provided patients and families with emotional support and instruction in preparing healthy meals, independent living skills and adaptation to disability or illness
- Helped client with activities of daily living (ADL), including personal hygiene, feeding, ambulation and household maintenance
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team
- Performed light housekeeping duties such as, making beds, sweeping floors and sanitizing surfaces
- Cleaned and sanitized rooms and equipment using aseptic technique to prevent infection and cross-contamination
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment to promote client happiness and safety
- Delivered high-quality, geriatric care to private client
- Took and recorded patient temperature, pulse, respiration and blood pressure to monitor health statistics
- Directed patients in simple prescribed exercises, including passive and active ROM to maintain musculoskeletal functions and increase strength
Education
BSL CERTIFICATION -
Cpr
Austin, TX11-2024
Nursing Assistant Diplome - Literature
Nursing Assistant College
Bamenda, Nw09.2004
High School Diploma -
P.c.h.s Bamenda
Bamenda, Bamenda06.2004
Skills
- Basic Life Support
- [Software] proficiency
- Personal and professional integrity
- Managing student schedules
- Health and wellness expertise
- Healthcare platforms
- CPR and BLS certified
- Talent in obtaining/charting vital signs
- Feeding assistance specialist
- Quality program protocols
- Practiced inpatient and outpatient
- Client safety and first aid
- Patient positioning understanding
- Bi-lingual in English and [language]
- Clinical training
- Infection control standards
- Sterilization techniques mastery
Timeline
CNA
Bubbiecare
10.2023 - Current
CNA
Park bend health center and rehabilitation
10.2022 - 08.2024
Psychiatric Nursing Assistant
Austin State Hospital
12.2020 - 01.2023
AUSTIN STATE SUPPORTED LIVING CENTER
Austin State Supported Living Center
11.2018 - 11.2020
Caregiver
Gracywood 1
06.2018 - 11.2018
Nursing Assistant Diplome - Literature
Nursing Assistant College
High School Diploma -
P.c.h.s Bamenda
BSL CERTIFICATION -
Cpr