Faith Kamanda
Mankato,MN
Summary
Highly dedicated and patient-focused nursing professional with hands-on expertise in delivering quality nursing care across acute, senior, and agency-based healthcare settings. Competencies in patient assessment, care coordination, medication administration, and interdisciplinary collaboration to ensure optimal outcomes and safety. Expert in maintaining strict compliance with healthcare standards while fostering patient dignity, independence, and trust. Adept at stabilizing critical cases, executing evidence-based interventions, and supporting recovery through compassionate, individualized care. Talent for managing high-acuity environments and adapting swiftly to dynamic patient needs while maintaining professionalism and composure.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Shift Key Nursing Agency – Sleepy Eye Rehabilitation Center
03.2025 - Current
- Assess patient conditions, document progress accurately, and communicate updates to physicians and family members for optimal outcomes. Deliver high-quality patient care by monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and coordinating treatment plans across multidisciplinary teams, wound care and wound vac management, Transitional care unit. Ensure compliance with healthcare protocols, infection control standards, and safety regulations.
- Provides Direct and Specialized Nursing Care: Performs specific tasks such as IV administration, PICC line care, and resident education, while recognizing and addressing scope-of-practice limitations.
- Supervises and Manages Nursing Staff: Leads, delegates, and supports nursing staff; ensures proper staffing levels; provides shift reports, manages incidents, and participates in emergency and disaster procedures.
- Maintains Safety, Documentation, and Infection Control: Ensures a clean and safe environment, follows safety protocols, accurately documents care and medications, and upholds HIPAA and infection control standards.
- Ensures Compliance with Standards and Resident Rights: Delivers care aligned with Minnesota Board of Nursing standards, HIPAA, and the Residents’ Bill of Rights, promoting dignity, privacy, and equality in treatment.
- Implements and Monitors Nursing Care: Oversees the delivery of nursing interventions, evaluates outcomes, and continuously updates care plans to enhance resident well-being and quality of life.
- Conducts Comprehensive Health Assessments and Care Planning: Gathers data from various sources to assess resident health, creates individualized Plans of Care, and ensures team collaboration in planning and execution.
Registered Nurse
Sanford Senior Care – Sheldon
06.2024 - 03.2025
- Provided comprehensive nursing care to elderly residents by assessing health conditions, administering medications, and monitoring ongoing treatment effectiveness. Assisted residents with daily living activities while promoting independence, dignity, and emotional well-being in a compassionate care environment. Educated residents and families on chronic disease management, preventive health practices, and post-discharge care to enhance long-term wellness.
- Improved resident satisfaction through person-centered care initiatives that strengthened trust and communication.
- Maintained accurate and timely documentation of patient assessments, medication administration, and progress reports.
- Reduced incident rates through staff collaboration and implementation of rigorous hygiene practices.
Licensed Practical Nurse
06.2023 - 06.2024
- Coordinated daily patient care activities, such as monitoring health status, addressing needs promptly, and delivering high-quality nursing services. Administered prescribed medications, observed patients for side effects, and documented any adverse reactions. Collected, recorded, and updated patient health information to maintain precise and compliant documentation standards.
- Supported residents with daily living activities, fostering comfort, dignity, and emotional well-being in compassionate manner.
- Recognized for exceptional patient management skills that enhanced resident satisfaction and improved continuity of care.
Education
Bachelors of Science - Nursing
Winona State University
Winona, MN12.2026
Associate Degree - Registered Nurse
Northwest Iowa Community College
Sheldon, IA05.2024
Licensed Practical Nurse - undefined
Northwest Iowa Community College
Sheldon, IA05.2023
Skills
- Patient Care Coordination Medication Administration Patient Health Assessment Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration
- Evidence-Based Nursing Practice Electronic Health Documentation Infection Control Compliance Patient & Family Education
- Critical Care Monitoring Patient Safety Protocols Chronic Disease Management Healthcare Policy Adherence IV administration
Certification
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) – Village Northwest Unlimited
- CPR Certification
- Phi Theta Kappa Member
Additional Experience
Registered Nurse – Helping Hands Nursing Agency
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Shift Key Nursing Agency – Sleepy Eye Rehabilitation Center
03.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse
Sanford Senior Care – Sheldon
06.2024 - 03.2025
Licensed Practical Nurse
06.2023 - 06.2024
Bachelors of Science - Nursing
Winona State University
Associate Degree - Registered Nurse
Northwest Iowa Community College
Licensed Practical Nurse - undefined
Northwest Iowa Community College