Loise Maringi
Nairobi
Summary
Energetic, focused, self driven with experience as a Nursing assistant. Provided personal care to elderly and disabled people, checked vital signs and ensured hygiene and room cleanliness. Good interpersonal and time management skills. Experienced patient attendant with years of success in improving patient outcomes and satisfaction. Skilled in implementing new patient care plans, tracking patient information, and mentoring new nursing assistants
Also experienced in Community Development and Social work.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Nursing Assistant
Kenol Hospital
09.2023 - Current
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rolls and equipment
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patient condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor
- Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection
- Facilitated efficient patient transfers, reducing risk of injury through proper body mechanics and use of assistive devices
- Educated patients on prescribed medications, ensuring compliance with dosage instructions and awareness of potential side effects
- Contributed to effective communication between patients and healthcare providers by translating medical jargon into easily understandable language
- Assisted nursing staff with wound care procedures for faster healing and reduced infection rates
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans for optimal patient outcomes.
- Managed approximately 200 patients in General wards and 20 patients in High Intensive care Unit .
Voluntary Caregiver
Self
05.2022 - 08.2024
- Assisted 5 patients with self-administered medications in the community
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Maintained strong connections within caregiver community to gain continuous knowledge.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Identified needs and coordinated plans for travel and out-of-town functions.
- Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
- Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
- Maintained entire family's schedule and organized events.
- Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
- Scheduled daily and weekly care hours for client caseload.
Education
Certified Nursing Assistant Certificate - Certified Nurse Assistant
Macmillan University College
Nairobi 12.2023
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education -
St.Dominic Saviour Secondary School
Nairobi 11.2015
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education -
Gatunyu Primary School
Thika11.2001
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Electronic Charting
- Light Housekeeping
- Patient Assessments
- Patient Feeding
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Supply Restocking
- Patient Relations
- Medication Administration
- Vital Sign Monitoring
- Quality Assurance
- Specimen Collection
- Catheter Care
- HIPAA
- Basic Life Support
- Healthcare ethics
- Medical Records Management
- Database Administration
- Recording vital signs
- Patient-focused care
- Patient relationship building
- Records Management
- Direct Patient Care
- Companionship and emotional support
- Client documentation
- Quality Assurance Controls
- Case Management
- Patient Care
- Continuing education
- DBMS
- Behavior redirection
- Computer literate
Personal Information
Nationality: Kenyan
References
- Ms Jane Kiruthi
Psychologist /Mental Health Practitioner - Kenol Hospital
Contact: +254 714 370 553
- Mrs Jane W. Chege
Critical Nurse - Kenyatta National Hospital.
Contact: +254 715 683 867
- Dr Lucas Wanyoike
Physician - Muranga Level IV Hospital
Contact: +254 720 886 525
Timeline
Nursing Assistant
Kenol Hospital
09.2023 - Current
Voluntary Caregiver
Self
05.2022 - 08.2024
Certified Nursing Assistant Certificate - Certified Nurse Assistant
Macmillan University College
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education -
St.Dominic Saviour Secondary School
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education -
Gatunyu Primary School
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