Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Accomplishments
Affiliations
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Sinta Afah

HYATTSVILLE,MD

Summary

Highly qualified RN with broad experience in critical care, patient education, and team leadership. Specialized skills include acute patient care, health assessments, and medical documentation. Notable strengths: superior communication abilities, strong clinical judgment, and a commitment to fostering collaborative relationships within healthcare teams. Past work highlights include implementing quality improvement initiatives that enhanced patient satisfaction and reduced readmission rates.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Home Health Aide

OPEN SYSTEM HOME HEALTH AIDE
Washington, DC
10.2017 - Current
  • Encourage independence by teaching self-care skills such as grooming and hygiene habits.
  • Engaged patients in recreational activities such as reading books or playing games.
  • Participated in developing individualized care plans based on medical orders and assessments.

RN, Medical-Surgical

TEMPE POST-ACUTE REHABILITATION
Tempe, AZ
06.2024 - 06.2024
  • Assessed the patient's medical needs to develop and implement care plans.
  • Monitored, recorded, and reported symptoms and changes in patients' conditions.
  • I counseled patients regarding health maintenance, lifestyle modifications, nutrition, and self-care skills related to their diagnosis.
  • Evaluated the effectiveness of interventions and modified them as needed according to evidence-based practice guidelines.
  • Performed physical examinations, diagnostic tests, and other procedures to assist physicians during the treatment of illness or injury.
  • Observed vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate, blood pressure, respiration rate, weight, and height measurements; documented results accurately in the medical record system.
  • Assisted physicians during examinations by providing necessary instruments and equipment while maintaining sterile technique.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient care services, including medications given and responses to treatments.
  • Educated patients about their condition and the importance of following a treatment plan.
  • Provided emotional support for patients experiencing pain or stress due to illness or hospitalization.
  • Developed individualized patient-care plans based on physician instructions and nursing assessment of patient needs.
  • Compiled data from medical records for quality improvement initiatives within the unit.
  • Provided compassionate care for patients with chronic illnesses or terminal conditions.
  • Responded quickly and effectively to life-saving situations using nursing standards and protocols for treatment.
  • Specialized in nursing care for patients requiring continuous and comprehensive observation and acute trauma patients with multitudes of injuries.
  • Performed cardiopulmonary resuscitation accurately and effectively.
  • demonstrated professionalism and leadership to peers by participating in professional activities and continuing education.
  • Confirmed the proper functioning of life support equipment such as ventilators and feeding tubes.
  • Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
  • Implemented pre, intra- and post-care, evaluating response to clinical interventions with progression toward discharge.
  • Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
  • Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
  • Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
  • Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
  • Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
  • Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
  • Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - HND

Biaka University Institute of Buea
Southwest /Cameroon
08-2014

High School Diploma -

GHS NSU
Bamenda Cameroon
08-2008

Skills

  • Progress Documentation
  • Behavioral Management
  • Patient transportation
  • Client documentation
  • Care Plan Management
  • Medication Administration
  • Care plan assessment
  • First aid and safety
  • Documentation
  • Care Plan Adherence
  • Health Promotion
  • Discharge Planning
  • Mobility Assistance
  • Basic Life Support
  • Medical assessment
  • Diabetes management
  • Infectious disease control
  • Patient Management
  • Medical Recordkeeping
  • Appointment Scheduling
  • Wound Care
  • Electronic Health Records Management
  • Chronic Disease Management
  • Patient Monitoring
  • Emergency Response
  • Critical Care
  • Medical Records Management
  • Medication and IV administration
  • Physical assessments
  • Infant CPR certification
  • Trauma recovery
  • HIPAA Education
  • IV drug therapy management
  • Patient Counseling
  • Feeding Assistance

Certification

I also do refresher course after i get my license. i have 122 hours of theory and 160 hours of clinical

Accomplishments

completion of refresher courses and certification

Affiliations

As a Christian, i love to pray

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

RN, Medical-Surgical

TEMPE POST-ACUTE REHABILITATION
06.2024 - 06.2024

Home Health Aide

OPEN SYSTEM HOME HEALTH AIDE
10.2017 - Current

Associate of Applied Science - HND

Biaka University Institute of Buea

High School Diploma -

GHS NSU

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