STEPHANY RUTH WAINAINA
Lowell,MA
Summary
Compassionate Personal Care Assistant known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in personal hygiene assistance, nutritional support, and mobility aid. Excel in communication, empathy, and patience to enhance client comfort and well-being.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Personal Care Assistant
HomeCare
Nairobi, Kenya
02.2021 - 12.2024
- Assessed changes in condition or behavior of the client which may require further medical attention.
- Assisted physical therapists with exercises designed to increase strength, coordination, balance and flexibility.
- Coordinated doctor appointments, exercise, recreation, and family visits to maintain schedule.
- Contacted medical providers on behalf of clients to follow up on appointments.
- Aided with mobility and independence for individuals and continually monitored safety.
- Participated in recreational activities with clients such as reading books, playing cards or board games.
- Helped clients get in and out of beds and wheelchairs.
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming and toileting.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Organized oral medications for clients following dosage and schedule requirements.
- Collected and recorded patients' blood pressure, pulse, and respirations (TPRs) to evaluate and note basic health status.
CNA
Avenue Heathcare Parklands Hospital
Nairobi, Kenya
07.2019 - 12.2020
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Monitored vital signs such as pulse rate, respiration rate, and blood pressure.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Administered medications under supervision of a licensed nurse.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
Education
DIPLOMA - PUBLIC RELATIONS
ST PAUL'S UNIVERSITY
NAIROBI, KENYA11-2022
Some College (No Degree) -
AVENUE HOMECARE
NAIROBI, KENYASkills
- Vital sign measurement (blood pressure, temperature, pulse, oxygen saturation)
- Patient assessment and documentation
- Medication administration (under supervision)
- Infection control and prevention
- Patient transfer and positioning
- Basic life support (CPR)
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Problem-solving and critical thinking
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Patience and understanding
Certification
- CERTIFIED NURSE ASSIST
- CPR AND FIRST AID
Languages
English
Professional
Timeline
Personal Care Assistant
HomeCare
02.2021 - 12.2024
CNA
Avenue Heathcare Parklands Hospital
07.2019 - 12.2020
DIPLOMA - PUBLIC RELATIONS
ST PAUL'S UNIVERSITY
Some College (No Degree) -
AVENUE HOMECARE
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