Geriatric Nursing Assistant & Care Manager

NDEH HENSLEY

Geriatric Nursing Assistant

Professional summary

Home health aide/ Care Manager fluent in English and French with a background working with community healthcare organizations, delivering support to practitioners and patients. I provide clinical and administrative assistance, primary healthcare, and emergency response services. Passionate about educating patients on maintaining healthy lifestyles. Dedicated Geriatric Nursing Assistant with seven years of experience visiting patients in-home, conducting physical assessments, dressing wounds, and assisting with bathing and grooming activities. Polite and courteous professional with in-depth knowledge of CPR and first aid. I am committed to collaborating with physicians and families to provide quality patient care. I am a knowledgeable Home Health Aide/ Care Manager who delivers high-quality care to individuals. I create a safe and secure environment while assisting with daily living activities. I offer a friendly and understanding attitude to all my clients.

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EDUCATION

September 2010 – October 2013

University of Buea – Cameroon

Bachelor of education in curriculum studies/history

Second class honors – lower division

WORK EXPERIENCE

Organization: Nursing Home – Maryland

Position: Geriatric Nursing Assistant

January 2017 to date

Responsibilities

Completing entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.

Administering medication as directed by physician.

Reporting unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.

Assisting disabled clients to support independence and well-being.

Encouraging patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.

Travelling to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.

Assisting patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.

Offering patients and families emotional support and instruction in preparing healthy meals, independent living, and adaptation to disability or illness.

Helping clients with managed home care, ensuring efficacy of care by monitoring health status.

Communicating regularly with clients' families to provide updates on health and wellbeing.

Assisting clients with living independently through skill-building and mentoring in areas such as housekeeping adaptations and preparation of healthy meals.

Participating in team meetings and trainings to stay updated on best practices and new developments in care management.

Monitoring patients (vital signs, temperature, respiration, etc.) and report on their condition

Assisting patients with mobility and physical therapies/exercises

Instructing and counselling patients and families on diet and exercise

LEADERSHIP EXPERINCE/ACTIVITIES

Mentoring/training new colleagues at the organization

Working under minimal supervision and within tight schedules

Problem solving skills and working under pressure

As a home health aide/caregiver leader, I am responsible for monitoring client health by performing routine pulse, temperature and blood pressure checks during home visits

Acting as a communication link between the management and the colleagues at the organization

Field report writing

Coordinating referrals to specialists, hospitalizations, ER visits, ancillary testing, and other enabling services for patients

Educating clients and families on community resources, treatment options and health care services to better manage conditions

SKILLS

Extensive knowledge of health and wellness

Promoting healthy habits

Healthy lifestyle role model

Health and wellness expertise

Home-based therapy

At-home healthcare

HOBBIES

Visiting the sick

Travelling

Reading books

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