Brenda Wekesa
Certified Nurse Assistance
Nairobi, Nairobi Province,KE
Summary
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Patient-Centered Care & Clinical Support
Dedicated and compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with hands-on experience at Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching & Referral Hospital. Proficient in vital signs monitoring, patient assessments, and daily care routines, ensuring optimal comfort and well-being. Adept at fostering trust and engagement through empathetic communication and emotional support. Collaborates effectively with multidisciplinary healthcare teams, maintaining a high standard of care and responsiveness. Known for reliability and commitment, regularly stepping in during peak shifts to support patient needs and improve operational efficiency
Overview
2
2
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
Nursing Assistant
Jaramogi Odinga Oginga Teaching & Referral Hospita
Kisum, Kisumu
01.2025 - Current
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Increased patient engagement by providing emotional support, companionship, and encouragement during challenging times.
- Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
Patient Care Volunteer
Jaramogi Odinga Oginga Teaching & Referral Hospital
01.2025 - Current
- Assisted 15+ patients daily with mobility support, feeding, and hygiene routines, improving overall patient comfort.
- Provided emotional support and companionship, contributing to a 20% increase in patient satisfaction feedback.
- Organized and maintained medical supplies, reducing retrieval time by 30% for healthcare teams.
- Supported administrative tasks, processing 50+ patient records weekly with accuracy and attention to detail.
Intern
Jaramogi Odinga Oginga Teaching & Referral Hospital
Kisumu, Kisumu
03.2025 - 03.2025
- Assisted in patient care, supporting over 20+ patients daily with routine activities such as hygiene, mobility, and meal assistance.
- Collaborated with medical teams to monitor vital signs, documenting results with 99% accuracy in electronic health records.
- Managed inventory and replenishment of essential medical supplies, reducing stock shortages by 30% through efficient tracking
- Provided compassionate support to patients and families, contributing to a 15% improvement in patient satisfaction scores during internship.
Education
Certificate - Health Care Management
AVENUE HEALTHCARE COLLEGE
Kisumu, Kenya 04.2001 -
Diploma - Public Relations
Kisii University
Kisumu, Kenya 04.2001 -
High School Diploma - Junior High Education
Tigoi Girls Highschool
Vihiga, Kakamega District, Kenya 04.2001 -
Skills
Vital sign monitoring Skilled in accurately measuring and recording temperature, pulse, blood pressure, and respiration rates
Certification
BLS - Basic Life Support
Timeline
Intern
Jaramogi Odinga Oginga Teaching & Referral Hospital
03.2025 - 03.2025
Nursing Assistant
Jaramogi Odinga Oginga Teaching & Referral Hospita
01.2025 - Current
Patient Care Volunteer
Jaramogi Odinga Oginga Teaching & Referral Hospital
01.2025 - Current
Certificate - Health Care Management
AVENUE HEALTHCARE COLLEGE
04.2001 -
Diploma - Public Relations
Kisii University
04.2001 -
High School Diploma - Junior High Education
Tigoi Girls Highschool
04.2001 -
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