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Wendy Njahira

Kent,Washington

Summary

Experienced CNA and LPN with a strong background in providing quality patient care. Skilled in administering medications and monitoring patient progress. Dedicated to delivering compassionate care while adhering to safety protocols.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work History

Resident Care Manager

Seamar Cannon House Assisted Living
12.2023 - Current
  • Educated and evaluated clinical and support staff regarding care quality management regulations and standards of care.
  • Coordinated referrals to specialists, hospitalizations, ER visits, ancillary testing, and other enabling services for patients.
  • Worked with providers to define quality metrics and outcome reporting process.
  • Arranged transportation and documented details of discharge transition plans.
  • Interpreted regulations to identify patient care requirement criteria to be monitored and establish systems to achieve compliance.
  • Streamlined care coordination for residents, effectively managing their individual needs and preferences.
  • Managed complex medical cases with multi-disciplinary teams, leading to improved patient outcomes and reduced hospital readmissions.
  • Managed department staff by monitoring performance, implementing improvement plans and conducting training.
  • Planned and coordinated patient discharges.
  • Assessed patient conditions during daily rounds and recommended changes to care plans. Did assessments on patients to determine whether it was the right time for them to come back to the facility.

Private duty CNA

Private client (Douglas Janet Walters) and Sono Be
03.2021 - Current
  • Memory care, ADL'S, Meal preparations, light house keeping, help with Range of motions and exercise
  • Assisted with patient transfers to and from wheelchairs, beds, and stretchers
  • Assisted with bed positioning and turning to prevent skin breakdown
  • Assisted residents with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing
  • Observed and reported changes in resident behavior or condition to the supervisor.

Care provider

Hoquiam hills adult family home
03.2020 - 08.2021
  • Facilitated communication between family members, medical staff, and patients
  • Documented patient care and progress in an accurate and timely manner
  • Monitored patients' physical, mental, and emotional health to ensure safety and well-being
  • Administered medications according to physicians' orders
  • Developed individualized plans of care based on patient needs and preferences
  • Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide the best care possible
  • Assisted patients with day-to-day activities including meal preparation, bathing, dressing, and mobility
  • Participated in continuing education and professional development activities
  • Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, and concerns
  • Coordinated with other healthcare professionals to ensure continuity of care
  • Developed positive relationships with patients and their families
  • Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients
  • Adapted care to meet the physical and mental needs of each patient.

CNA

Family Resource Home care Seattle
08.2018 - 08.2021
  • Ensured that resident rooms were kept clean and sanitary
  • Assisted with patient's personal hygiene and grooming
  • Assisted residents with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing
  • Developed and maintained positive working relationships with residents and their families
  • Monitored resident nutrition and hydration levels.

CNA

Heritage Medical Staffing and Cornerstone medical
06.2017 - 03.2020
  • I worked with different clients with different needs in different settings
  • Mostly facilities.

Education

Pre nursing - Nursing

Olympic College
Bremerton, WA

Clover Park Technical College
Lakewood, WA
09.2022 - 09.2023

High school diploma - High school diploma

Bremerton High School
Bremerton, WA
06.2017

Skills

  • Record Keeping
  • Charting
  • Care Optimization
  • Dementia Care
  • Nursing
  • Medical Records
  • Care Evaluation
  • Patient Hygiene and Safety
  • Annual Assessment
  • ADL Care
  • Catheter change & preparation
  • Catheter Care
  • Personal Hygiene
  • Medicine Administration
  • Compliance Reporting
  • Alzheimer's Care
  • Hospice care
  • Behavior Management

Accomplishments

    Collaborating with the patient's care team to ensure resident's get the best care possible.

Certification

BLS CPR & First aid.

Activities

Honors students

Languages

Swahili
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Resident Care Manager

Seamar Cannon House Assisted Living
12.2023 - Current

Clover Park Technical College
09.2022 - 09.2023

Private duty CNA

Private client (Douglas Janet Walters) and Sono Be
03.2021 - Current

Care provider

Hoquiam hills adult family home
03.2020 - 08.2021

CNA

Family Resource Home care Seattle
08.2018 - 08.2021

CNA

Heritage Medical Staffing and Cornerstone medical
06.2017 - 03.2020

High school diploma - High school diploma

Bremerton High School

Pre nursing - Nursing

Olympic College

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