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Aminata Kamara

Woodbridge,VA

Summary

Skilled Licensed Practical Nurse offering 5+ years of experience in the field. Knowledgeable about assisting with non-invasive procedures and performing respiratory treatments. Strong documentation skills and a firm grasp of compliance requirements.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner

Fountain Care Professionals
06.2023 - Current

Dedicated and versatile healthcare administrator offering distinguished career in developing and implementing strategic short and long term improvement and growth plans for the developmentally disabled community.

Licensed Practical Nurse

America Care Partners
04.2012 - Current
  • Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
  • Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
  • Contributed to organizational success by participating in accreditation surveys, quality assurance programs, and ongoing staff education activities.
  • Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Maintained a safe and therapeutic environment for patients through effective risk assessment and crisis intervention strategies.
  • Helped patients complete bathing, dressing and eating.
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
  • Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
  • Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
  • Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
  • Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans.
  • Administered medications and injections to patients.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.

Licensed Practical Nurse

PSA Healthcare
02.2010 - 07.2014
  • Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
  • Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
  • Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Maintained a safe and therapeutic environment for patients through effective risk assessment and crisis intervention strategies.
  • Helped patients complete bathing, dressing and eating.
  • Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
  • Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
  • Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
  • Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
  • Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
  • Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
  • Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Administered medications and injections to patients.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Education

Practical Nursing

Virginia School of Nursing
Woodbridge, VA
01.2006

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Montgomery College
Rockville, MD
08.1998

Skills

Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)

  • Patient Charting
  • Attention to Detail
  • Patient relationship building
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Patient Intake
  • Documenting intake
  • In-Home Care
  • Breathing Treatments
  • Responsible and Dependable
  • Pediatric Emergency Assessment, Recognition and Stabilization (PEARS)
  • ADL Assistance
  • Vital signs
  • Pediatric Care
  • Medication Administration
  • Certified in CPR/AED
  • Family Communication

Timeline

Owner

Fountain Care Professionals
06.2023 - Current

Licensed Practical Nurse

America Care Partners
04.2012 - Current

Licensed Practical Nurse

PSA Healthcare
02.2010 - 07.2014

Practical Nursing

Virginia School of Nursing

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Montgomery College
Aminata Kamara