Winston Siaka Kiazolu
Certified Nursing Assistant
North Saint Paul,MN
Summary
Dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant with a proven track record at Saint Therese of Woodbury, enhancing patient care quality through meticulous vital signs monitoring and effective care plan implementation. A compassionate communicator and reliable team player, adept at preventing pressure ulcers and improving patient dignity. Skillfully balances empathetic support with Basic Life Support expertise to meet diverse patient needs. Detail-oriented Certified Nursing Assistant with successful geriatric healthcare experience. personable and compassionate with superior communication and rapport-building skills. Strong commitment to comprehensive and individualized patient care and education. Liaises with medical professionals, patients and family to provide continuous top-quality care and education.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Saint Therese of Woodbury
06.2018 - Current
- 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.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Ecumen Lakeview Commons
08.2017 - 06.2018
- 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.
- Adhered strictly to infection control policies while performing tasks such as administering medications or changing dressings.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Maple Hill Senior Living
04.2016 - 08.2017
- 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.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Adhered strictly to infection control policies while performing tasks such as administering medications or changing dressings.
- Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Cybersecurity
Century College
White Bear Lake, MN 05.2001 -
High School Diploma -
World Wide Mission School System
Monrovia, Liberia 05.2001 -
Skills
Patient-focused care
Care plan implementation
Basic Life Support
Healthcare ethics
Reliable team player
Compassionate
Trustworthy companion
Transporting patients
Responding to emergencies
Bedside manner
Companionship and emotional support
End of life care
Certification
Certified Nursing Assistant
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Saint Therese of Woodbury
06.2018 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Ecumen Lakeview Commons
08.2017 - 06.2018
Certified Nursing Assistant
Maple Hill Senior Living
04.2016 - 08.2017
Certified Nursing Assistant
01-2016
Associate of Applied Science - Cybersecurity
Century College
05.2001 -
High School Diploma -
World Wide Mission School System
05.2001 -