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SUSAN MBUGUA

SUSAN MBUGUA

FIFE,WA

Summary

Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds. Energetic Nurse Aide with more than 6 years of experience providing comprehensive support and care to patients. Committed to increasing treatment knowledge through hands-on learning for professional development. Skillful in solving complex problems and staying calm in emergency situations.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Nursing Assistant

Homecare Company
09.2019 - Current
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
  • Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
  • Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.

Nursing Assistant

Virginia Mason
04.2022 - 06.2023
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
  • Documented care actions by completing records and logs in medical software system.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
  • Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Identified and reported unsafe situations to maintain adherence to safety protocols.
  • Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.

Nursing Assistant

BrightStar Care
11.2018 - 08.2022
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Engaged in housekeeping tasks by replacing linens and cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms.
  • Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
  • Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
  • Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
  • Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.

Home Health Care Provider

Maggies Afh
05.2018 - 11.2018
  • Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
  • Completed household management tasks for clients within private home settings.
  • Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces, and purchasing supplies.
  • Cooked tasty, nourishing meals for patients to promote better nutrition.
  • Provided assistance to clients by handling household cleaning duties, managing schedules, and transporting to and from medical appointments.
  • Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
  • Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
  • Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
  • Offered support for client mental and emotional needs to enhance physical outcomes and overall happiness.

Home Health Care Provider

Burien Best Care Homes
12.2017 - 05.2018
  • Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
  • Completed household management tasks for clients within private home settings.
  • Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces, and purchasing supplies.
  • Cooked tasty, nourishing meals for patients to promote better nutrition.
  • Communicated regularly with clients' families to provide updates on health and wellbeing.
  • Scheduled and coordinated medical appointments.
  • Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
  • Provided direct personal care and administrative services to clients.
  • Monitored changes in clients' conditions to report concerns to supervisor.
  • Administered medications in accordance with doctor's instructions.

Education

No Degree - Nursing

Elite Learning Institute
Federal Way, WA
11.2021

No Degree - Nursing

Caregiver For Hire Usa
Federal Way, WA
12.2017

High School Diploma -

Nyamweru High School
Nairobi Kenya
11.2005

Skills

  • Promoting Healthy Habits
  • Needs Determination
  • Bed Making and Linen Changes
  • Mobile Devices
  • Patient Relationship-Building
  • Observation Documentation
  • Activities of Daily Living (ADL) Support
  • Patient Mobility Support
  • Symptom Documentation

Timeline

Nursing Assistant

Virginia Mason
04.2022 - 06.2023

Nursing Assistant

Homecare Company
09.2019 - Current

Nursing Assistant

BrightStar Care
11.2018 - 08.2022

Home Health Care Provider

Maggies Afh
05.2018 - 11.2018

Home Health Care Provider

Burien Best Care Homes
12.2017 - 05.2018

No Degree - Nursing

Elite Learning Institute

No Degree - Nursing

Caregiver For Hire Usa

High School Diploma -

Nyamweru High School

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