Purity Rebecca Wanjiku
Care Giver
Eldoret, Uasin Gishu
Summary
Skilled Caregiver with proven expertise in patient care and infection control, honed at District Hospital and Texas Cancer Center. Demonstrates a compassionate approach to patient support, excelling in medical records management and vital signs monitoring. Achieved a notable reduction in patient falls, showcasing a commitment to healthcare excellence and patient safety.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Nurse Assistant
District Hospital
11.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with nurses to develop individualized care plans that addressed patients'' physical, emotional, and psychosocial needs.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Administered personal hygiene assistance such as bathing or dressing to promote the well-being of patients throughout their hospital stay.
- Reduced patient falls by regularly monitoring their safety and implementing fall prevention strategies as directed by the nursing staff.
- Offered direct physical care and basic nursing procedures and treatments for patients in stable condition under general supervision of RN.
Student Nurse Assistant
Texas Cancer Center
04.2023 - 05.2023
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate care and assisting with daily living activities.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Improved patient safety by closely monitoring vital signs and promptly reporting any concerns to the nursing staff.
- Helped maintain adequate nutrition for patients by preparing meals and assisting with feeding when necessary.
- Assisted nurses with wound care, catheter insertion, and other procedures for optimal patient outcomes.
Education
Certificate in Professional Caregiving - Health Aide
Integrated Holistic Care
Nairobi, Nairobi Province, Kenya 04.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Kamagut High School
Eldoret, Uasin Gishu, Kenya 04.2001 -
Skills
Infection Control
Privacy and confidentiality
Medical Records Management
Medication Administration
Patient Lifting
Compassionate caregiver
Patient Care
Healthcare ethics
Vital signs monitoring
Timeline
Nurse Assistant
District Hospital
11.2023 - Current
Student Nurse Assistant
Texas Cancer Center
04.2023 - 05.2023
Certificate in Professional Caregiving - Health Aide
Integrated Holistic Care
04.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Kamagut High School
04.2001 -