Joseph Kamara
Upper Marlboro,MD
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Technician
Aya Healthcare
01.2021 - Current
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
Patient Care Technician
Sanford Health
09.2017 - 08.2022
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
Medication Aide
Bethany Retirement
01.2018 - 05.2020
- Checked vital signs on daily basis and contacted supervisor regarding patient health concerns or behavioral changes.
- Took patient vital signs, height, and weight measurements and monitored glucose and patient wellbeing.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
Nursing Assistant
New Perspective Senior Living
08.2017 - 04.2020
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
Patient Care Technician
Medstar Washinton Hospital Center
01.2010 - 07.2017
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
Education
Nursing Assistance
Cambridge Nursing Assistant Academy
Hyattsville, MD08.2017
Skills
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Patient Positioning Understanding
- Lighting Support
- Acute and Rehabilitative Care
- EKG
- IV
- LAB DRAW
- FOLEY
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
Aya Healthcare
01.2021 - Current
Medication Aide
Bethany Retirement
01.2018 - 05.2020
Patient Care Technician
Sanford Health
09.2017 - 08.2022
Nursing Assistant
New Perspective Senior Living
08.2017 - 04.2020
Patient Care Technician
Medstar Washinton Hospital Center
01.2010 - 07.2017
Nursing Assistance
Cambridge Nursing Assistant Academy
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