Nursing Assistant Home Caregiver
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Chicago, IL *****
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EDUCATION AND TRAINING
Bachelor of Applied Science
Nursing
University of Illinois, Chicago, IL
Expected in December 2023
Associate Degree
Nursing (ADN)
Malcolm X College, Chicago, IL
Expected in December 2022
Spring 2022 - Dean's List
Fall 2020 - Honor Roll
GPA 3.33
Higher National Diploma
Computer- Engineering
Federal Polytechnic ILARO, OGUN State, Nigeria
June 2013
Ordinary National Degree (OND)
Computer Engineering Technology
Gateway Polytechnic ITORI, OGUN State, Nigeria, Nigeria
March 2010
High School
WAEC
De Light International School, OLODI APAPA, LAGOS.
June 2007
MARIAM LAWAL
SUMMARY
Compassionate Nursing professional demonstrating exemplary skills in direct patient care and healthcare team support. Communicative and collaborative demeanor cultivated over 2+ years of superior healthcare industry performance. Experience handling multiple, complex cases with accuracy and dignity.
SKILLS
Vitals
Preventative care
IV management
Clinical management
HIPAA regulations
Computer skills
Electronic medical records (EMR)
BSL
CPR/First Aid
Collecting Specimens
Collecting Vital Signs
Patient Relations
Poison control prevention
Quick Problem Solver
EXPERIENCE
IN-HOME CAREGIVER/CNA
Amanda Senior care LLC Skokie, IL August 2019 - September 2022
Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to my supervisor.
Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
Supervised medication administration, personal hygiene and other activities of daily living.
STUDENT NURSE TECHNICIAN
Stroger Hospital Chicago, IL August 2021 - March 2022
Served different clinical rotations as part of nursing school curriculum, including Geriatrics, ICU, ED resuscitation, Oncology and infusion and med- surg.
Gained exposure to several different Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system, including Epic and Zeno.
Assisted patient with personal and daily care, such as bathing, bed bath, chair at sink, tub and shower, oral hygiene, shaving and hair care
Delivered meals and snacks, feeding patients who are unable to feed themselves and documenting of all intake including supplements
Turned and positioned immobile patients safely while maintaining proper body alignment, participated in mobility program.
Answered patient call lights and performed services that added to the physical well-being of the patient.
Transported patients to designated areas, such as laboratory, rooms, treatment center.
Obtained vital signs, height, weight and demographic data
Assisted with urinary catheter removal, finger stick, routine urine and stool specimen collection, ostomy care, emptying drainage, bladder scan and ambulatory.
Set up central venous pressure and arterial pressure monitoring systems to assist nursing staff with hemodynamic monitoring.
Provided assistance to nursing staff during these rotations with an empathetic approach to quickly build patient trust.
Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinay care team.
Coordinated with RN to manage and remove peripheral IVs.
Removed urinary catheters and cared for ostomy needs by emptying drainage receptacles and tubes.
Set up and operated special medical equipment and instruments.
Took patients' blood pressure, temperature and pulse and documented height and weight.
Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
Assisted patients during ambulation and moved from one place to another by pushing wheelchairs.
Turned or re-positioned bedridden patients to promote blood flow and prevent bedsores.
CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT
Snap Med Tech Atlanta, GA April 2021 - May 2021
Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
Used mobility devices to transport patients.
Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
Administered medications to patients and performed follow-ups regarding prescriptions and supplements.
Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT
CNA, Lakeview Rehabilitation Hillside, IL August 2019 - March 2021
Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
Used mobility devices to transport patients.
Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
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