FATUMA M. ABDI
Buffalo,NY
Summary
Licensed Practical Nurse providing outpatient orthopedic care with support for patient intake, vital signs, injections, and timely charting in Medent EMR. Maintains a safe, clean clinical setting while protecting privacy, communicating clearly with patients and care teams, and supporting patient safety and confidentiality.
Overview
2
2
Certifications
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Excelsior Orthopaedics
Buffalo, NY
01.2026 - Current
- Prepared patients for examinations and procedures, supporting efficient rooming flow.
- Obtained and recorded patient vital signs and clinical details, supporting timely assessment and care planning.
- Assisted providers with injections and other patient-care procedures while maintaining patient comfort and readiness.
- Used Medent to support documentation and clinical workflow, helping keep patient information organized and accessible.
- Communicated professionally with patients and healthcare team members to coordinate care and address needs promptly.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized clinical environment while following infection-control and confidentiality protocols.
Clinical Laboratory Assistant
Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center
Buffalo, NY
01.2023 - 08.2026
- Handled specimens while maintaining accurate collection, handling, processing, and preparation workflows.
- Support timely testing by using EHR and laboratory systems to document results and coordinate patient testing needs.
- Respond promptly to physician and healthcare requests, prioritizing tasks to support efficient laboratory turnaround times.
- Assist with training new Clinical Laboratory Assistants on laboratory procedures, techniques, and workflow expectations.
- Follow established safety procedures for laboratory materials and equipment, including cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Protect patient privacy by maintaining confidential health information and adhering to HIPAA requirements.
Education
Licensed Practical Nursing Program - undefined
Erie 1 BOCES
Cheektowaga, NY05.2024
Skills
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
- CPR/BLS for Healthcare Providers
- Patient assessment
- Vital signs monitoring
- Medication administration
- Medication reconciliation
- Specimen collection
- EHR documentation
- Infection control protocols
- Patient confidentiality
- Clinical staff training
- Patient education
Personal Information
Title: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Certification
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Excelsior Orthopaedics
01.2026 - Current
Clinical Laboratory Assistant
Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center
01.2023 - 08.2026
Licensed Practical Nursing Program - undefined
Erie 1 BOCES