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Farhiyo Abdi

Lewiston

Summary

Qualified Registered Nurse with strong background in Medical-Surgical nursing. Adept at providing compassionate patient care and managing complex cases in fast-paced environments. Demonstrated expertise in wound care and post-operative recovery, leveraging critical thinking and teamwork to enhance patient outcomes.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

St Mary's Regional Medical Center
Lewiston, ME
06.2024 - Current
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
  • Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
  • Skillfully performed venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.
  • Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.

Direct Support Professional

New Communities Inc.
Westbrook, US
10.2021 - Current
  • Per diem position
  • Provided direct support by assisting clients with activities of daily living, including self-care, safety care, and administering medications
  • Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.

Direct Support Professional

Alternative Services Inc.
Lewiston, US
02.2019 - 02.2021
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.

Education

Associate Degree - Nursing

Maine College of Health Professions
Lewiston, ME
05-2024

Bachelor's degree - Health Science

University of Southern Maine
05.2022

Medical Science Program I & II -

Lewiston Regional Technical Center
06.2017

High School -

Lewiston High School
06.2017

Skills

  • Bilingual- English and Somali
  • Communication
  • Medication Administration
  • Hospital Experience
  • Home Care
  • Team Work
  • Reliability
  • Developmental Disabilities Experience

Certification

  • DSP - Direct Support Professional, Present
  • Basic Life Support (BLS), Present
  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Present

Timeline

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

St Mary's Regional Medical Center
06.2024 - Current

Direct Support Professional

New Communities Inc.
10.2021 - Current

Direct Support Professional

Alternative Services Inc.
02.2019 - 02.2021

Bachelor's degree - Health Science

University of Southern Maine

Medical Science Program I & II -

Lewiston Regional Technical Center

High School -

Lewiston High School

Associate Degree - Nursing

Maine College of Health Professions
Farhiyo Abdi