Christiana A.

$18.00 / hr

Columbia, MD

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About Christiana

Professional Summary Patient focused Registered Nurse with excellent communication skills and a back in geriatric care. Twelve years of International health experience in nursing homes and hospitals, in Cameroon and United Kingdom. Recent moved to the USA; seeking a nursing position in a nursing home and or hospital. Licenses Registered Nurse in the State of Cameroon, license number (4259) and United Kingdom, license number (06Y00330). CNA certification through Howard Community College CPR certification through American Heart Association, basic life support (BLS) certification. Professional Experience Registered Nurse JUNE 2012 – DEC 2013 Southend University Hospital NHS Trust- Prittlewell Chase, Westcliff-on-sea UK. Conducted screening, diagnostic treatment, rehabilitation and supportive services. Registered Nurse NOV 2006 – JUNE 2012 Lord Harris Court Nursing Home – Berkshire, UK Admission of patients; record medical history, vital statistics and test results. Assess patient’s capabilities. Refer patients to multidisciplinary team. Develop patients care plan and collect blood samples for lab investigations. Supervise Practice Nurse NOV 2005 – JUNE 2006 King George Hospital BHR Trust – Goodmayes, UK Conduct screening, diagnostic test and rehabilitative support services. Admission and discharge of patients. Order patients medication. Administer medication and educate patients how to use special instruments. Senior Care Assistant SEP

Caregiving Services & Expertise

Services

Bathing
Dressing & Grooming
Toileting
Medication Reminders
Meal Prep
Groceries & Shopping
Transferring & Mobility
Transportation
Housekeeping
Companionship

Job Interests

Caregivers that work non-full-time jobs or irregular shifts can negotiate extra compensation in addition to their standard hourly wage.

Skills & Expertise

ALS
Alzheimer's Disease
Blood Disorders
Cancer Recovery
Cardiovascular Disorders
Diabetes
Gastrointestinal Disorders
HIV/AIDS
Hospice Care
Multiple Sclerosis
Neurological Disorders
Orthopedic Care
Parkinson's Disease
Post Surgery Recovery
Renal and Urological Disorders
Respiratory Disorders
Skin Disorders
Stroke
Senior Care
Elder Care
Home Care

Languages

English
French

Experience & Education

Howard Community College

Jan 2015 - Mar 2015

Edexcel London, United Kingdom

Apr 2014 - Jun 2014

Registered Nurse

Jun 2012 - Dec 2013

Southend University Hospital NHS Trust- Prittlewell Chase

Conducted screening, diagnostic treatment, rehabilitation and supportive services.

Jun 2012 - Dec 2013

Registered Nurse

Nov 2006 - Jun 2012

Lord Harris Court Nursing Home

Admission of patients; record medical history, vital statistics and test results. Assess patient’s capabilities. Refer patients to multidisciplinary team. Develop patients care plan and collect blood samples for lab investigations.

Nov 2006 - Jun 2012

Senior Care Assistant

Sep 2005 - Oct 2006

Adelaide Lodge Care Home LLP

Admission and discharge of patients, Administer medication, Monitor patient’s vital signs, Assist patients on daily living activities and Organize social diary.

Sep 2005 - Oct 2006

Supervise Practice Nurse

Nov 2005 - Jun 2006

King George Hospital BHR Trust

Conduct screening, diagnostic test and rehabilitative support services. Admission and discharge of patients. Order patients medication. Administer medication and educate patients how to use special instruments

Nov 2005 - Jun 2006

City University - London, United Kingdom

Nov 2005 - Feb 2006

State Registered Nurse

Oct 2002 - Jul 2004

Polyclinic Bonanjo SA

Admission and discharge patients, Administer medications, Monitor vital signs, Pre and post operative care of patients, Wound management and Administer blood products.

Oct 2002 - Jul 2004

Training School For Health Personnel Registered Nurse - Limbe Cameroon

Jun 1998 - Aug 2002

Maflekumen Community Health Society - Tiko, South West , Cameroon

Nov 1996 - May 1998

Presbyterian High School - Bamenda, North west , Cameroon

May 1994 - Apr 1996

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