Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Reading novels, playing the guitar, dancing, making recipes, walking
Languages
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Susan Mwikali

Shelton,WA

Summary

Caring and compassionate aspiring nursing student well-versed in anatomy and physiology, nursing fundamentals and medical terminology. Responds to emergencies with grace and calm mentality. Demonstrated success in delivering superior care to multiple patients, balanced with high-volume task load. State-certified Nursing Assistant bringing senior-level experience in healthcare settings. Observant and reliable with good bedside manner and excellent time-management skills to address patient requirements in high-volume care facilities. Proficient in mobility and personal hygiene support.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Nursing Assistant

Mason General Hospital
02.2024 - Current


  • Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
  • Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
  • Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
  • Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
  • Followed the directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
  • Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
  • Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
  • Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Haven Assisted Living Facility
10.2022 - 01.2024
  • Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
  • Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
  • Streamlined communication between nursing staff, patients, and families to ensure comprehensive understanding of care plans.
  • Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.

Certified Nursing Assistant

SYNERGY HomeCare
04.2023 - 12.2023
  • Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
  • Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
  • Educated patients and family members on best home care practices for healing and recovery.
  • Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.

Education

Associate of Arts - Nursing

South Puget Sound Community College
Olympia, WA
06.2024

No Degree - Nursing Assistance

Procare Academy
Olympia, WA
09.2022

High School Diploma -

State House Girls High School
Nairobi, Kenya
11.2019

Skills

  • Patient Care
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Reliable team player
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Compassionate
  • Alzheimer's and Dementia Care
  • Basic Life Support
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Electronic Charting
  • End of life care
  • Catheter Care
  • First Aid Certification
  • Bedsore Prevention
  • Calm Under Stress
  • Attention to Detail
  • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Certification

  • CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant

Reading novels, playing the guitar, dancing, making recipes, walking

I make TikTok dancing videos, cook and garnish food, read fiction novels and currently learning to play the guitar.

Languages

English
Full Professional
Swahili
Native or Bilingual
kamba
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Certified Nursing Assistant

Mason General Hospital
02.2024 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant

SYNERGY HomeCare
04.2023 - 12.2023

Certified Nursing Assistant

Haven Assisted Living Facility
10.2022 - 01.2024

Associate of Arts - Nursing

South Puget Sound Community College

No Degree - Nursing Assistance

Procare Academy

High School Diploma -

State House Girls High School

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