Racheal Nakisandha
Marlborough,MA
Summary
Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about and looking forward to refine and maximize satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.
Dependable healthcare team member with sound judgment, excellent clinical abilities and smooth bedside manner. Track and chart vitals and other markers to help patients, support team treatment goals and boost outcomes. Exceptional approach in patient support.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
The Reservoir Center For Health & Rehabilitation
04.2022 - Current
- Collected and labeled lab specimens, maintaining proper protocols for timely analysis.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families, addressing concerns and enhancing patient care.
- Utilized wound care techniques, including dressing changes and infection prevention, to promote patient healing.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams, facilitating comprehensive care plans for optimal patient outcomes.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
- Promoted a culture of teamwork through active participation in unit meetings, performance improvement initiatives, and collaborative problem-solving efforts.
CNA
Paramount Healthcare Services
05.2020 - 01.2022
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
CNA
American HealthCare
11.2021 - 12.2021
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
Education
Practical Nursing
Mount Wachusett Community College
Gardner, MA12.2022
Bachelor’s Degree - Development Studies
Kyambogo University
Uganda2008
Diploma - Counseling and Psychotherapy
Uganda Institute of Advanced Leadership
Uganda2009
Skills
- Bedsore Prevention
- Caregiver Relations
- Electronic Recordkeeping
- Feeding Assistance
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
- Wound care
- Compassionate care
- Physical assessment
- Clinical documentation
- Geriatric care
Certification
Licensed Practical Nurse: Massachusetts
AHA BLS
Suicide pervention
Additional Information
References upon request
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
The Reservoir Center For Health & Rehabilitation
04.2022 - Current
CNA
American HealthCare
11.2021 - 12.2021
CNA
Paramount Healthcare Services
05.2020 - 01.2022
Practical Nursing
Mount Wachusett Community College
Bachelor’s Degree - Development Studies
Kyambogo University
Diploma - Counseling and Psychotherapy
Uganda Institute of Advanced Leadership
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