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Melibel Canque

Melibel Canque

Nursing Assistant
Ajman

Summary

Caring nursing assistance with 1-year background in caring for elderly, disabled and injured patients in healthcare setting. Hands-on experience in performing routine tasks under direction of nurse staff. Established rapport of reliability and creating positive rapport with patients, family and staff.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience
3
3
Languages

Work History

Nursing Assistant

Thumbay Hospital Ajman Branch
04.2024 - Current
  • Participated in regular staff meetings to discuss emerging issues within the unit, contributing ideas for quality improvement initiatives.
  • Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
  • Conducted patient and family education on the importance of proper nutrition, exercise, and self-care practices to foster overall health and wellbeing.
  • Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
  • Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Streamlined workflow for nursing staff by efficiently managing supplies inventory and restocking necessary items in a timely manner.

Nursing Assistant Student

Filipino Academy
10.2023 - 04.2024
  • Improved patient satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns and answering questions about care plans.
  • Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress, challenges, and updates in care plans.
  • Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
  • Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
  • Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
  • Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
  • Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate care and assistance with daily living activities.
  • Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
  • Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
  • Escalated changes in patient behavior, condition and vital signs for prompt assessment.
  • Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
  • Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
  • Assisted with IV therapy, medication administration, wound therapy and splinting.
  • Ensured timely medication administration by maintaining organized records of medication schedules and dosages for each individual patient.
  • Assisted nurses with medical procedures, ensuring efficient and safe treatment for patients.
  • Transported patients between medical appointments with professional, punctual service.
  • Performed routine wound care tasks including dressing changes, monitoring healing progress, and reporting any unusual findings or concerns to nursing staff.
  • Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
  • Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
  • Maintained excellent care continuity through collaboration with nurses and external healthcare professionals.
  • Provided basic wound care to optimize recovery and limit infection risks.
  • Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
  • Facilitated meaningful social interaction among residents in long-term care settings by organizing recreational activities tailored to individual interests and abilities.
  • Furthered skills by actively taking part in employee training and taking classes to improve skills.
  • Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
  • Assisted patients with mobility issues, promoting independence through physical therapy exercises and walking routines as directed by healthcare professionals.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in administering rehabilitative treatments such as range-of-motion exercises under the supervision of healthcare professionals, contributing to improved patient outcomes over time.
  • Contributed to infection control by diligently adhering to proper sanitation practices and protocols during all interactions with patients.
  • Managed inventory of medical supplies within the facility, restocking items as needed and reporting any shortages or discrepancies to nursing supervisors.
  • Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
  • Maintained confidentiality of sensitive patient information in accordance with HIPAA regulations while effectively communicating pertinent details to authorized personnel when necessary.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
  • Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output to report changes to medical and nursing staff.
  • Distributed patient education materials to support condition and recovery understanding.
  • Contributed to overall quality and care of patients by answering calls for help, taking vital signs, and monitoring behavior and physical condition for progress or deterioration.
  • Contributed to quality improvement initiatives by participating in audits, identifying areas for potential enhancement, and implementing recommended changes under the guidance of nursing leadership.
  • Developed personalized patient care plans to improve health and well-being.
  • Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
  • Collaborated with physicians to design at-home medication guidelines and educated patients and families on correct medication administration.
  • Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing Assistant - Nursing Assistance

Filipino Academy
Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
04.2001 -

Skills

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Timeline

Nursing Assistant

Thumbay Hospital Ajman Branch
04.2024 - Current

Nursing Assistant Student

Filipino Academy
10.2023 - 04.2024

Associate Degree in Nursing Assistant - Nursing Assistance

Filipino Academy
04.2001 -
Melibel CanqueNursing Assistant