Abibatu Jah Kamara
Smyrna,DE
Summary
Diligent Clinical Technician competent in completing basic and advanced clinical procedures with minimal oversight. Manages records, prepares specimens and organizes laboratory spaces for maximum efficiency. Brings strengths in patient and team relations combined with precise nature and strong focus on quality. Reliable Direct Care Worker offering exceptional care in home environments. Passionate about supporting patient progress by monitoring medication reactions, observing behaviors and teaching healthy habits. Dedicated to patient safety, wellness and happiness. Creative Barista skillful in memorizing recipes, maintaining, and operating machines and taking customer orders. Offers hands-on experience making and serving coffee and coffee-based beverages. Courteous and respectful individual recognized for consistently receiving excellent feedback from customers.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Technician
INOVA Fairfax Medical Campus
Fairfax , WV
01.2024 - Current
- Assisted nursing staff in patient care activities such as taking vital signs, administering medications, and recording patient information.
- Prepared specimens for testing by centrifuging blood samples and performing other specimen processing tasks.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment in accordance with safety regulations.
- Monitored vital signs of critically ill patients and reported any abnormalities to the physician or nurse immediately.
- Performed EKG tests on patients using appropriate equipment and techniques.
- Documented patient medical histories accurately into electronic health records systems.
- Ensured that all necessary supplies were stocked in clinical areas at all times.
- Provided support to clinical personnel during examinations and treatments of patients in order to ensure optimal patient experience.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations such as cardiac arrests or trauma cases while maintaining professional composure.
- Organized daily workloads based on priority levels set by physicians or supervisors.
- Participated in continuing education programs related to clinical duties in order to stay abreast of current trends in healthcare industry.
- Supported efficient operations by keeping supplies organized and stocked.
- Collected blood or tissue samples from patients for lab work.
- Followed key principles of asepsis to protect medical equipment from contamination during blood work.
- Supervised or instructed new technicians on laboratory protocols.
Direct Support Professional
Wholistic Services Inc
Washington, DC
11.2021 - Current
- Provided assistance to individuals with daily activities such as personal care, meal preparation and medication reminders.
- Facilitated social interactions between participants and their peers in the community.
- Accompanied individuals on outings to promote independence and integration into the community.
- Assisted in planning and implementing recreational activities for participants.
- Provided guidance and support to ensure safety of individuals served.
- Instructed individuals in self-advocacy skills to increase autonomy and decision making abilities.
- Monitored individuals' behaviors, documented observations, reported any changes or concerns to supervisor.
- Collaborated with other staff members to develop individualized service plans for each participant.
- Encouraged positive behavior through modeling appropriate responses and reinforcing desired behaviors.
- Provided direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, fostering activities of daily living.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Supervised medication administration, personal hygiene and other activities of daily living.
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
- Assisted individuals in learning and developing new skills.
- Documented current patient information to update vital signs, behaviors, and eating habits.
- Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
- Transported clients to doctor's appointments and errands.
- Advocated for disabled individuals to foster communication and self-expression and achieve goals.
- Helped clients adjust to new lifestyles during periods of incapacitation or recuperation.
- Consulted with client care team to continually update care plans.
- Monitored clients' activity levels and helped prevent sedentary behavior.
- Maintained detailed records of services performed on clients.
- Organized oral medications for clients following dosage and schedule requirements.
- Planned and prepared healthy meals and snacks for clients and provided assistance with eating when necessary.
- Helped clients get in and out of beds and wheelchairs.
- Assisted clients with maintaining good personal hygiene.
- Maintained cleanliness of clients' environment by cleaning surfaces and washing clothes or dishes.
- Used approved crisis intervention techniques in emergency situations.
Barista
STARBUCKS COFFEE COMPANY
Washington , DC
12.2021 - 11.2022
- Greeted customers and took orders for coffee drinks, food items, and other beverages.
- Prepared specialty coffee drinks such as lattes, cappuccinos, macchiatos, mochas, and Americanos.
- Operated cash registers to process customer payments.
- Maintained a clean work environment by wiping down counters, washing dishes, and cleaning floors.
- Stocked shelves with ingredients needed to make coffee drinks.
- Ground beans for espresso shots according to individual customer specifications.
- Labeled containers of milk for use in coffee drinks according to expiration dates.
- Monitored inventory levels of supplies and restocked when necessary.
- Provided excellent customer service by responding to inquiries quickly and professionally.
- Followed safety procedures while operating machinery such as grinders and espresso machines.
- Assisted in the preparation of baked goods including muffins, cookies, scones, cakes.
- Ensured all equipment was maintained in proper working order according to manufacturer's instructions.
- Organized workstations efficiently so that tasks could be completed quickly during peak hours.
- Trained new baristas on company policies and procedures regarding food handling safety standards.
- Created promotional displays for advertising special events or promotions at the cafe.
- Developed creative recipes for signature coffees or blended drinks unique to the cafe.
- Created signs and displays to advertise store products or events.
- Checked temperatures of freezers, refrigerators or heating equipment to verify proper functioning.
- Checked brewing equipment for proper functionality.
- Demonstrated techniques on using multiple beverage machines with new team members.
- Recommended pastries and sandwiches to pair with customers' beverages.
- Washed and cleaned coffee maker, french press and espresso machine to remove mineral and hard water deposits.
- Restocked product displays based on demand and projected sales.
- Cleaned and sanitized service or seating areas, complying to health protocols and food safety standards.
- Prepared and served hot or cold beverages.
- Managed cash register and processed transactions with accuracy and integrity.
- Assisted customers with menu selection, offering recommendations based on personal preferences and dietary restrictions.
- Developed and maintained relationships with regular customers, recognizing preferences and anticipating needs.
- Maintained high levels of customer satisfaction by efficiently handling drink orders and inquiries.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations, including proper food handling and cleanliness standards.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient workflow and high-quality service during peak hours.
- Stocked customer service stations with paper products or beverage preparation items.
- Restocked self-service area with sweeteners, stir sticks and coffee cup sleeves.
- Received and accurately processed customer payments.
- Collected payments and provided accurate change.
- Followed health, safety and sanitation guidelines to pass state inspections.
Education
Medical Assisting
Fortis College
Landover, MD03-2022
High School Diploma -
CanserahCommunity School
Freetown Sierra Leone06-2019
Skills
- Blood testing
- Lab instrumentation
- Inventory Maintenance
- Data Recording
- Specimen transportation arrangements
- Patient Care
- Specimen Collection
- Specimen labeling
- Clinical Documentation
- Team building
- Active Listening
- Time management abilities
- Self Motivation
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Instrument maintenance
- Relationship Building
- Excellent Communication
- Continuous Improvement
- Safety Compliance
- Reliability
- Maintain equipment
Languages
English
Limited
Affiliations
Running,Reading,Attending lectures,Painting,Spend time with nature,Playing music,Attending charity events,Part in neighborhood activitie,Cooking,Spending time with family and friends.
Timeline
Clinical Technician
INOVA Fairfax Medical Campus
01.2024 - Current
Barista
STARBUCKS COFFEE COMPANY
12.2021 - 11.2022
Direct Support Professional
Wholistic Services Inc
11.2021 - Current
Medical Assisting
Fortis College
High School Diploma -
CanserahCommunity School
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