Alimatu Kamara
Herndon,VA
Summary
Patient-oriented nursing professional with several years of hands-on experience in delivering quality direct and indirect patient care to individuals in settings. Skillfully completes tasks and fosters relationships with patients, caregivers and coworkers to drive patient care goals and advance nursing philosophies. Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN
Potomac Falls Health & Rehab Center
Sterling , VA
02.2024 - Current
- Conducted daily rounds visiting assigned patients ensuring they are comfortable and have all necessary supplies available.
- Prepared equipment for use during treatments such as setting up IV lines or placing catheters correctly according to hospital policies.
- Instructed patients and their families about disease prevention, proper nutrition, medication management and other health related topics.
- Observed patients for any changes in their condition or behaviour, reported findings to the supervisor or physician in charge.
- Performed routine laboratory tests including urinalysis, blood glucose monitoring and others.
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, administering injections and performing other nursing duties.
- Monitored patient progress during treatments or procedures, reporting any abnormalities to the healthcare team immediately.
LPN
Falcons Landing
Potomac Falls , VA
02.2024 - Current
- Assessed patient needs through interviews and physical examinations while adhering to safety standards.
- Administered medications orally, intravenously or intramuscularly depending on the prescription given by the doctor.
- Performed wound care including changing dressings, cleaning wounds, applying ointments and medications and providing other necessary treatments.
- Provided behavioral and emotional support and closely supervised patients suffering from dementia and Alzheimer's.
- Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
- Assembled and used catheters, tracheotomy tubes or oxygen suppliers.
- Provided pre- and post-operative nursing care.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Took temperatures or blood pressures, dressed wounds and provided other basic patient care or treatments.
Wellness Nurse
Pacifica Sinor living
Sterling , VA
02.2023 - 04.2024
- Instructed patients on medication use and potential side effects.
- Maintained compliance with all relevant laws, regulations and guidelines related to healthcare delivery.
- Developed individual wellness plans tailored to patient needs.
- Scheduled appointments for follow-up visits to monitor patient progress.
- Assessed patient health conditions and provided appropriate care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop comprehensive care plans for patients.
- Educated patients on preventive care and healthy lifestyle habits.
- Managed medical records including documenting progress notes and filing documents in the electronic system.
- Administered vaccinations and immunizations according to schedule.
- Discussed methods to help relieve stress and anxiety without medication such as yoga and meditation.
Lead Medication Aide
harmony at Chantilly
Herndon , VA
01.2021 - 04.2024
- Ensured compliance with state regulations regarding medication storage and administration processes.
- Received shipments from pharmacy upon arrival and ensured accuracy of order prior to distribution.
- Provided direct patient care, including vital signs, feeding, bathing, ambulation and hygiene assistance.
- Monitored residents for adverse reactions to medications or treatments provided.
- Assisted nursing staff with medication administration and documentation.
- Created and maintained accurate records for all medications administered.
- Worked collaboratively with healthcare team to coordinate patient care services.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Standard Healthcare Services College of Nursing
Falls Church, VA05-2023
Skills
- Medical Documentation
- Cardiac Care
- Palliative Care
- Pediatric nursing
- Tracheostomy Care
- Compassionate Care
- Nursing Ethics
- Post Operative Care
- Hospice Care
- Catheter Care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Diabetes management
- Emergency Response
- Wound Care
- Patient Intake
- Physical Assessment
- Family Communication
- Clinical Documentation
- Rehabilitation techniques
- Immunization Administration
- HIPAA Compliance
- Staff Supervision
- Staff direction and task delegation
- Chronic Disease Management
- Home Health Care
- Psychotropic medication knowledge
- Preventive Care
- Breathing Treatments
- Counting narcotics
- Multi-tasking and prioritization
- Caring for wounds
Certification
- LPN
- MEDICATION AID LICENSES
Timeline
LPN
Potomac Falls Health & Rehab Center
02.2024 - Current
LPN
Falcons Landing
02.2024 - Current
Wellness Nurse
Pacifica Sinor living
02.2023 - 04.2024
Lead Medication Aide
harmony at Chantilly
01.2021 - 04.2024
Associate of Science - Nursing
Standard Healthcare Services College of Nursing
- LPN
- MEDICATION AID LICENSES
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