Sunganani Ngoma
Bloomington,IN
Summary
Passionate and Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with expertise in patient care, vital signs monitoring, and HIPAA compliance. Committed to delivering individualized care that enhances patient comfort and dignity.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Grisworld Home Care Agency
Columbus, IN
03.2024 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety standards in patient care environments.
- Documented patient progress and care details accurately in records.
- Supported nursing staff in implementing care plans tailored to individual needs.
- Communicated effectively with patients and families regarding care procedures.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
Caregiver
Senior1Care
Mishawaka, IN
07.2023 - 02.2024
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety in their homes.
- Communicated effectively with families to provide updates on client well-being and care needs.
- Administered medications and managed health monitoring tasks in accordance with care plans.
- Developed personalized care plans tailored to individual client requirements and preferences.
- Trained new caregivers on best practices for client interaction and safety protocols.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client progress, health changes, and incidents as required by regulations.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times, fostering trust and strong relationships.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Contributed to a positive atmosphere for patients by using effective communication and active listening skills.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Prioritized patient dignity, privacy, and autonomy during all aspects of care provision.
- Prepared nutritious meals according to dietary restrictions, supporting clients'' overall health through balanced nutrition.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Home Health
Legacy Training Facility
Mishawaka, IN02-2024
High School Diploma -
Target Secondary School
Malawi10-2011
Skills
- Patient care
- HIPAA compliance
- Reliable team player
- Direct patient care
- Collecting vital signs
- Vital signs monitoring
- Bedside manner
- Recording vital signs
- Safety precautions
- Compassionate caregiver
- Companionship and emotional support
- Mobility assistance
- End-of-life care
- Positioning patients
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
- American Heart Association - Basic Life Support 2023
Languages
English
Full Professional
contacts
1.Grisworld Home Care Agency
2530 Sandcrest Blvd, Columbus
Indiana
47203
(812) 372-5555
2.Senior1 Care
3131 Grape Rd, Mishawaka
Indiana
46545
(574) 498-7529
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Grisworld Home Care Agency
03.2024 - Current
Caregiver
Senior1Care
07.2023 - 02.2024
Associate of Applied Science - Home Health
Legacy Training Facility
High School Diploma -
Target Secondary School