Zamda Kamikazi
Rochester,NY
Summary
I have professionally worked as a nurse assistant for nine years, providing daily holistic care to my clients. I move easily between tasks with little to no major supervision. I am compassionate, and take pride in what I do. Working as a CNA has been rewarding for me. Going home, knowing that I have touched someone's life, even if it was a simple hug that made a person feel better, is priceless.
Now that I have acquired more nursing knowledge as a Practical Nurse for about five years, I am ready to utilize what I have learned and will continue to learn to better assist my clients in holistically meeting their daily needs.
Additionally, with my transcultural skills and using my different spoken languages, such as French, Swahili, and elementary Spanish, I am diligent about identifying and going above and beyond to holistically meet my clients' healthcare needs. Compassionate healthcare professional with good communication skills, empathy, and teamwork, ensuring optimal patient safety, comfort, and support.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lisenced Practical Nurse
St John's home
Rochester, NY
10.2020 - Current
- Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
- Took temperatures or blood pressures, dressed wounds and provided other basic patient care or treatments.
- Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
- Prepared or examined food trays for conformance to prescribed diet.
- Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
- Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
- Ensured that all clinical documentation is accurate and up-to-date in the electronic medical record system.
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
Certified Nurse Assistant
St. John's Nursing Home
Rochester, NY
08.2011 - 11.2020
- Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and assisted with feeding.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to provide high-quality patient care.
- Used mobility devices like hoyerlifts, ready stands, wheelchairs, walkers, and other equipment to transports patients.
Interpreter
Catholic Family Center
Rochester, NY
07.2014 - 04.2015
- Delivered real-time, accurate oral translations and interpretations for clients.
- Provided appropriate contextual information to increase clients understanding of translations.
- Sat in on meetings to provide members with oral translations of conversations and information.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
Education
Certified Nursing Assistant - Nursing Assistance
OECES (Adult Learning Center)
30 Hart Street Rochester NY05.2011
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Monroe Community College
Rochester, NY05.2015
Dipoloma - Licensed Practical Nursing
Wayne Finger Lakes BOCES
121 Drumlin Court 08.2020
Skills
- Licensed Practical Nurse
- CPR/AED certified
- Infant CPR certified
- Certified in CPR
- CPR and First Aid certified
- Medication administration
- Clinical documentation
- Communication skills
- Patient care
- Time management
Certification
- Licensed Practical Nurse
- First Aid/CPR
Additional Information
References: Available upon request.
Timeline
Lisenced Practical Nurse
St John's home
10.2020 - Current
Interpreter
Catholic Family Center
07.2014 - 04.2015
Certified Nurse Assistant
St. John's Nursing Home
08.2011 - 11.2020
Certified Nursing Assistant - Nursing Assistance
OECES (Adult Learning Center)
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Monroe Community College
Dipoloma - Licensed Practical Nursing
Wayne Finger Lakes BOCES
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