Hannah Hawa Inusah
Evanston
Summary
Compassionate nursing professional skilled in direct patient care and safety protocols. Recognized for attention to detail and building rapport with patients, ready to leverage expertise to improve healthcare outcomes.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Endeavor Health-Swedish Hospital
Chicago, IL
01.2010 - Current
- Provided compassionate patient care, assisting with daily living activities and monitoring vital signs.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.
- Maintained accurate patient records, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations and protocols.
- Assisted in training new staff on best practices for patient care and safety procedures.
- Mentored junior nursing assistants, fostering professional development and adherence to quality standards.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Led initiatives to improve patient satisfaction through attentive service and responsive care strategies.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Adhered strictly to infection control policies while performing tasks such as administering medications or changing dressings.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Silverado Senior Living
Morton Grove, IL
02.2018 - 03.2020
- Enhanced workflow efficiency by streamlining communication between nursing staff and other departments.
- Drove continuous improvement in care delivery by identifying areas for process enhancement and implementing solutions.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
- Contributed positively towards patient satisfaction scores by consistently providing exceptional care and addressing their concerns.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Educated family members on caregiving techniques to better support their loved ones at home after discharge from the facility.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Alden Estates
Evanston, IL
06.2004 - 09.2010
- Streamlined communication between nursing staff, patients, and families to ensure comprehensive understanding of care plans.
- Served as an advocate for each patient's needs during shift handoffs or interdisciplinary conferences with other healthcare professionals.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Documented patient conditions and care provided, ensuring accurate health records for informed medical decisions.
- Improved patient satisfaction with empathetic listening and addressing concerns promptly.
- Maintained clean and safe environment, reducing risk of infections and promoting health.
- Assisted in rehabilitation of patients, facilitating quicker recovery with exercise and mobility support.
- Provided emotional and psychological support to patients and their families, fostering positive healthcare experience.
Education
Certified Nursing Assistant - Certified Nursing Assistant
Paragon Health
Chicago, IL09-2004
High School Diploma -
Labone Secondary School
Africa03-1989
Skills
- Patient care
- HIPAA compliance
- Reliable team player
- Direct patient care
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Silverado Senior Living
02.2018 - 03.2020
Certified Nursing Assistant
Endeavor Health-Swedish Hospital
01.2010 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Alden Estates
06.2004 - 09.2010
Certified Nursing Assistant - Certified Nursing Assistant
Paragon Health
High School Diploma -
Labone Secondary School
Certified Nursing Assistant of the Month
I have been recognized multiple times as a Certified Nursing Assistant in the hospital for exemplary performance and dedication to patient care. This recognition honors CNAs in every department who consistently go above and beyond in supporting patients, families, and healthcare teams.