Safara Figaro
Austell
Summary
Senior registered nursing student seeking a role as a Mother/Baby nurse upon graduation and becoming licensed. Possess 7+ years of experience in health care with strong foundation in patient care ,clinical skills,strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent interpersonal skills. 5+ years in child care as professional nanny/babysitter.
Eager to contribute to a dynamic healthcare team for positive patient outcomes.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse Extern
WellStar Health System - Kennestone Hospital
07.2024 - Current
- Proactively seek out opportunities to learn from experienced nurses and other healthcare professionals, growing in clinical knowledge and aptitude.
- Maintain comfort and safety of each patient through careful monitoring and following clinical safety guidelines.
- Assist patients with personal hygiene requirements and monitored conditions to update nursing staff.
- Enhance patient care by accurately documenting vital signs, medical histories, and telemetry monitoring.
- Perform blood sugar checks , blood pressure monitoring, EKGs and bladder scans on clients per doctors orders and nurse requests.
- Shadow experienced nurses as they provided direct patient care, learning essential techniques for effective bedside manner and communication.
- Assist patients with activities of daily living tasks and provide emotional support to patients.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Homewatch Caregivers of Marietta
01.2023 - Current
- Establish trusting relationships with clients through active listening and empathetic communication techniques.
- Document daily observations and progress in client's records, maintaining accurate information for healthcare team reference.
- Prepare nutritious meals according to dietary restrictions, contributing to overall client health.
- Manage client's personal hygiene needs, promoting dignity and cleanliness - bathing , oral care and dressing the client's.
- Communicate regularly with clients' families to provide updates on health and wellbeing.
- Assist with end-of-life care for terminally ill patients.
Certified Nursing Assistant
WellStar Healthcare system
11.2020 - 12.2022
- Display strong clinical skills in assessing vital signs, telemetry, ECG testing, glucose checks, and providing pre- and post-operative care
- Ensured the accurate, timely flow of information by maintaining thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patients’ status
- Comply with HIPAA standards in all patient documentation and interactions
- Assist residents with activities of daily living such as serving/feeding meals, bathing, toileting, personal grooming, mobility
Professional Nanny/Babysitter
Private Duty
10.2016 - 05.2021
- Assisted children with school work and and created fun educational activities daily.
- Enhanced language development by engaging in storytelling, reading books, and encouraging conversation among the children under my care.
- Taught children basic life skills, manners and personal hygiene.
- Supported children in play activities, meals, and snacks, hygiene and socialization.
- Fostered strong relationships with families, prioritizing open communication and trust-building.
- Supported children emotional growth by providing a nurturing environment and addressing individual needs.
- Maintained household cleanliness through light housekeeping tasks, contributing to a well-organized living space for the children and family.
- Provided consistent care routines for infants including diapering, feeding, and sleep training while adhering to set schedules .
Certified Nursing Assistant
CNA - Carrolton Nursing & Rehabilitation
08.2018 - 09.2020
- Ensure the comfort, safety, and overall well-being of residents in a Nursing Home setting
- Assess resident by performing vital checks including blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate
- Assist residents with activities of daily living such as serving/feeding meals, bathing, toileting, personal grooming, mobility/transferring using gait belts, hoyer and sara lifts
- Maintain a clean, orderly and well-stocked environment
- Chart information daily on the residents includes mobility, eating percentages, inputs/outputs and report any changes to the Charge Nurse
- Train new employees on daily tasks and the nursing home’s standard operating procedures
Education
Associates Degree in Nursing - Nursing
West Georgia Technical College
Newnan, Georgia05-2025
High School Diploma -
Benjamin Banneker Academy
Brooklyn, NY06.2014
Skills
- Effective Interpersonal skills
- Leadership skills
- Adaptability/Flexibility
- Clinical judgment
- Compassionate care
Timeline
Nurse Extern
WellStar Health System - Kennestone Hospital
07.2024 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Homewatch Caregivers of Marietta
01.2023 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
WellStar Healthcare system
11.2020 - 12.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant
CNA - Carrolton Nursing & Rehabilitation
08.2018 - 09.2020
Professional Nanny/Babysitter
Private Duty
10.2016 - 05.2021
Associates Degree in Nursing - Nursing
West Georgia Technical College
High School Diploma -
Benjamin Banneker Academy
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