AMANA RASHID
Summary
Excellent customer-facing and administrative skills. Organized and detail-oriented, and can both work independently and thrive in a team environment. Can work as a full-time, part-time or PRN basis.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Home Health Staff Nurse
ComForCare SE Fairfax
10.2024 - Current
- Educated patients and families on health management, promoting adherence to treatment regimens.
- Conducted thorough assessments, documenting findings in electronic health records for continuity of care.
- Implemented infection control protocols, reducing risk factors within the healthcare environment.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with family members or emergency personnel.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Educated patients on self-care management, empowering them to take an active role in their overall health and wellbeing.
- Taught the PCA in person training for new employees.
Volunteer
Al Faith Academy
09.2015 - 06.2022
- Assisted with special events and programs.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
- Communicated with staff members to stay informed about volunteer opportunities and events.
Homeschool Educator
08.2012 - 06.2017
- Fostered critical thinking skills through engaging discussions and inquiry-based learning techniques.
- Established clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, resulting in measurable improvements in student progress.
- Supported social development through group activities such as co-op classes or community service projects within the homeschool community.
- Managed record-keeping and documentation requirements, maintaining accurate records of student performance and progress reports.
Girl Scouts Troop Leader and Cookie Mother
Girl Scouts Association
06.2005 - 06.2010
- Fostered positive personal connection with each troop participant and cultivated social connections and sense of solidarity.
- Assisted in developing and implementing program ideas, planned activities for units and evaluated program quality.
- Participated in group activities, emphasizing making camp fun for campers, teaching skills, providing encouragement and facilitating opportunities of interaction between Girl Scouts.
Legal Secretary
Carr, Korein & Tillery
01.2001 - 06.2003
Executive Assistant
Arthur Andersen, LLP
01.2000 - 01.2001
Paralegal/Legal Secretary
Cohen, Gettings And Dunham PC
01.1999 - 01.2001
Staff Nurse
Providence Hospital
01.1997 - 01.1998
Night Shift Charge Nurse, Staff Nurse, Med Tech
Riverside Treatment Facility
06.1997 - 01.1998
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care delivery.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Reduced medication errors through meticulous charting and double-checking dosages.
- Led quality improvement initiatives focused on enhancing patient safety and satisfaction metrics.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
Education
Refresher Course for Returning Nurses -
George Mason University
Legal Assistant Certificate -
Georgetown University
Bachelors of Science - Nursing
The Catholic University of America
Certification
- Licensed Registered Nurse in Virginia
- Basic Life Support Certification
- Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED with Epinephrine Auto-Injector Administration and Asthma and Quick Relief Medication Administration
Timeline
Home Health Staff Nurse
ComForCare SE Fairfax
10.2024 - Current
Volunteer
Al Faith Academy
09.2015 - 06.2022
Homeschool Educator
08.2012 - 06.2017
Girl Scouts Troop Leader and Cookie Mother
Girl Scouts Association
06.2005 - 06.2010
Legal Secretary
Carr, Korein & Tillery
01.2001 - 06.2003
Executive Assistant
Arthur Andersen, LLP
01.2000 - 01.2001
Paralegal/Legal Secretary
Cohen, Gettings And Dunham PC
01.1999 - 01.2001
Night Shift Charge Nurse, Staff Nurse, Med Tech
Riverside Treatment Facility
06.1997 - 01.1998
Staff Nurse
Providence Hospital
01.1997 - 01.1998
Refresher Course for Returning Nurses -
George Mason University
Legal Assistant Certificate -
Georgetown University
Bachelors of Science - Nursing
The Catholic University of America
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