Cynthia Ogunyomi
Edmonton,AB
Summary
Seeking an Health Care Aide position where I can utilize my communication, critical thinking, and decision-making skills to contribute to the continued success of the hospital/ facility.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nursing Assistant
Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre
07.2023 - 09.2023
- Department: Adult Mental Health
- Hours Completed: 288
- Accurate documentation of patients Mental Status assessments and physical health assessments
- Safely administering medication to patients, in a timely manner
- Observing, documenting, and reporting patients’ moods, health, and overall wellbeing
- Analyzed and interpreted data obtained in all client assessments including physical assessments, laboratory test and clinical procedures which informed decision making about client health status
- Worked collaboratively within the nursing care team to provide patient/family centered care for patients with acute illnesses
- Provided patient education and promoted patient autonomy
- Provided therapeutic and empathetic care to patients
- Documentation of care, medication administration and order entry
- Advocating for patient and family during rounds with other interprofessional team
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails 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.
- Documented care actions by completing records and logs in medical software system.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
Nursing Student Aide
Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Center
08.2022 - 09.2023
- Department: Medical /Surgery, Neuro and Renal Unit
- Providing care to surgical patients’ pre- and post-operative
- Assessment of vital signs, neuro-vital signs, and blood glucose monitoring
- Assist patients (Seniors) with bathing, feeding, grooming, dressing and other personal hygiene activities
- Communicated with patients therapeutically by using verbal and non-verbal communication skills
- Care of ostomy/ colostomy and foley catheter
- Provides companionship and close monitoring to patients who are at high fall risk
Health Care Assistant
BISNO
08.2022 - 08.2023
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Kept accurate records of patients' care, condition, and progress.
- Assisted with patient hygiene, physical comfort, eating, and drinking, and mobility while observing and reporting specific changes.
- Arranged bedding and cushions to enhance patient comfort in bed and chairs.
- Supported nursing staff with care of incontinent patients and promotion of continence care.
- Lifted patients using appropriate equipment in accordance with moving and handling policy.
- Observed patient skin conditions and reported findings to registered nurse.
- Maintained clean environment with due consideration to health and safety issues and infection control policy.
- Delivered high standard of holistic care to patients to promote equality and dignity.
Nursing Student
Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre
06.2023 - 07.2023
- Department: Maternal Newborn/Labor and Delivery
- Hours Completed: 72
- Performed a full assessment and provided care for post-partum mothers and babies
- Performed full newborn assessment and identifying any deviation that may require further intervention
- Set up and monitor antepartum women on the tocodynamometer
- Monitor fetal heart to identify any deviation from normal
- Assisted in setting up the operating room for cesarean section
- Provided teaching to post-partum mothers about taking care of their newborns and what to watch for following discharge
- Followed established departmental policies, procedures, objectives, and infection control standards
- Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Reported abnormal findings or changes in physical, mental, and emotional conditions to RN.
- Reviewed charts, doctor notes and test results to gather information on patients.
- Monitored patient health status to detect changes and unusual patterns and report to medical staff.
- Collaborated with other health care professionals to establish optimal patient care.
Nursing Assistant
Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre
02.2022 - 05.2023
- Department: Surgical Inpatient Unit/ Medicine Unit
- Hours Completed: 322
- Developed strong nursing assessment skills, time management, organizational and clinical skills such as intravenous (IV) therapy, monitoring of the IV site, inserting a urinary catheter, and sterile wound dressing
- Physical assessment to note normal and abnormal findings on all my patients
- Preparation and administration of medication via IV lines, orally topically and intramuscularly
- Coordinated patient discharges, hospital-hospital transfers, and other patient transfer needs that are planned and coordinated
- Assisted older persons with ADLs and encouraged them to participate in rehabilitation exercises by providing therapeutic and sympathetic care
- Analyzed and evaluated data from all client assessments, including physical exams, laboratory tests, and clinical procedures, to make informed decisions about the client's health
- Performed physical assessment skills, engaged in NG tube insertion and maintenance, maintenance of CBI, administration of medication via CADD pump and IV therapy
- Administered medication to patients in a safe manner, with timely and correct documentation
- Collaborated with other members of the nursing care team to offer patient-centered care to older persons with acute illnesses
- Care of Simple incision and drains
- Charted all care performed on patient as well patients’ response to care on Meditech
- Worked closely with my Clinical Instructor in giving blood and blood product transfusions and intravenous infusions to address patients’ symptoms
- Care for patients with increased oxygen demand by titrating oxygen flow using the appropriate oxygen delivery devices such as nasal prongs, venturi mask, non-rebreather, and high flow oxygen devices
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Documented care actions by completing records and logs in medical software system.
- Identified and reported unsafe situations to maintain adherence to safety protocols.
- Engaged in housekeeping tasks by replacing linens and cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms.
- Observed or examined patients to detect symptoms that required medical attention such as bruises or open wounds.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- 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.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
Home Health Care Aide
Walford On The Park
05.2022 - 02.2023
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Kept accurate records of patients' care, condition, and progress.
- Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces, and purchasing supplies.
- Provided patients with assistance in completing daily tasks, reducing daily burden on family members.
- Helped patients safely transition between sleeping surfaces and mobility assistance such as wheelchairs by providing consistent support.
- Checked vital signs on daily basis and contacted supervisor regarding patient health concerns or behavioral changes.
- Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
- Monitored changes in clients' conditions to report concerns to supervisor.
- Improved patients' comfort with massage and application of topical treatments.
Door Screener (Admin II Support)
Alberta Health Services (AHS)
12.2020 - 10.2021
- Greeted, screened, and assessed patients for Covid-19 signs and symptoms, as well as underlying health conditions
- Ensured all COVD-19 health safety measures are being adhered to by patients when entering the hospital
- Ensure all individuals and staff use hand sanitizers, wear masks, and answer all the covid screening questions
- Provided recommendations for self-isolation and review of daily monitoring procedures
- Inquire about previous activities to identify who may be exposed before granting entrance into the hospital
- Communicated in a manner that preserves the confidentiality and privacy of all involved
- Conducted daily check-ins with nurses to assess signs/symptoms via locally designated method
- Facilitate testing and referral to healthcare services and resource care coordination
- Informed other health care units of symptomatic patients after screening for better management of patient
- Kept work area clean and safe.
- Completed tasks on time to meet quality and safety standards.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (In View) -
04.2024
Skills
- Good communications and interpersonal skills
- Patient assessment and Safety skills
- Emergency Care
- Proficient with medical record technology
- Developed time management skills
- Leadership Skills
- Ability to maintain privacy and confidentiality of all patient's information
- Attention to Detail
- Medical Terminology
- Vital Signs Monitoring
- Critical Thinking
- Interpersonal Skills
- Healthcare Ethics
- Active Listening
- Basic Life Support
- Empathy and Compassion
- Bedsore Prevention
- Clinical Documentation
- Care Monitoring
- Patient Observation
- First Aid Certification
- Feeding Assistance
- CPR Certification
- Mobility Assistance
- Patient Positioning
- Catheter Care
- Nutrition and Diet
- Patient Management
- Patient Safety Management
- Activities of Daily Living ADL Support
- Patient Care Quality
- Recording Vital Signs
- Family Communication
- Oral Hygiene
- Vital Signs
- Injury Prevention
Certification
- CPR BLS 2024 (Heart and Stroke Foundation)
- Alberta Health Care Aide Certificate 2024 (76852)
- Non Violent Crisis Intervention (CPI)
- Gentle Persuasive Approach Certificate (GPA).
- Point of Care.
- Meditech.
Timeline
Nursing Assistant
Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre
07.2023 - 09.2023
Nursing Student
Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre
06.2023 - 07.2023
Health Care Assistant
BISNO
08.2022 - 08.2023
Nursing Student Aide
Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Center
08.2022 - 09.2023
Home Health Care Aide
Walford On The Park
05.2022 - 02.2023
Nursing Assistant
Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre
02.2022 - 05.2023
Door Screener (Admin II Support)
Alberta Health Services (AHS)
12.2020 - 10.2021
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (In View) -
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