KADIJATU KIJERA
New York,NY
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate nursing graduate with hands-on clinical experience in postpartum, labor & delivery, pediatrics, medical-surgical, and long-term care. Skilled in patient assessment, medication administration, wound care, and culturally sensitive communication. Known for delivering safe, patient-centered care while collaborating effectively with interdisciplinary teams. Bilingual in English and Soninke.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mother-Baby / Postpartum Nursing
Lincoln Hospital
08.2025 - 12.2025
- Provided comprehensive care to postpartum mothers and newborns
- Performed fundal checks, lochia monitoring, and pain assessments
- Supported breastfeeding and provided patient education
- Ensured infection control and maintained a safe care environment
Labor & Delivery
Lincoln Hospital
08.2025 - 12.2025
- Monitored maternal vital signs and labor progression
- Assisted with non-pharmacologic pain management
- Supported safe deliveries alongside nurses, midwives, and physicians
Pediatrics
Lincoln Hospital
08.2025 - 12.2025
- Performed age-appropriate pediatric assessments
- Assisted with medication administration and monitoring
- Communicated effectively with families using a family-centered approach
Medical-Surgical Nursing
BronxCare Health System
01.2025 - 05.2025
- Administered medications and assisted with IV therapy
- Provided wound care and patient education
- Monitored and reported changes in patient condition
Fundamentals of Nursing
Hebrew Nursing Home
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Assisted patients with ADLs, hygiene, and mobility
- Monitored vital signs and documented care
- Applied infection control practices and safety protocols
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN-BSN) - undefined
City University of New York – School of Professional Studies
01.2027
Associate in Applied Science - Nursing
City University of New York – Hostos Community College
01.2025
Patient Care Assistance Program - undefined
Atlanta Technical College
01.2020
Skills
- Patient Assessment
- Medication Administration
- Wound Care
- Vital Signs Monitoring
- Infection Control
- Electronic Health Records (EHR)
- Patient & Family Education
- Cultural Competency
- Team Collaboration
Certification
- NCLEX-RN
- Basic Life Support (BLS) — American Heart Association (2026–2028)
- Culturally and Linguistically Appropriate Services (CLAS) Certification
- NYS Mandated Reporter: Child Abuse Identification & Reporting
- Infection Control Certification — NYSED
- Georgia Nurse Aide Training — 135+ Hours Completed
LANGUAGES
English — Fluent
Soninke — Fluent
Timeline
Mother-Baby / Postpartum Nursing
Lincoln Hospital
08.2025 - 12.2025
Labor & Delivery
Lincoln Hospital
08.2025 - 12.2025
Pediatrics
Lincoln Hospital
08.2025 - 12.2025
Medical-Surgical Nursing
BronxCare Health System
01.2025 - 05.2025
Fundamentals of Nursing
Hebrew Nursing Home
01.2024 - 05.2024
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN-BSN) - undefined
City University of New York – School of Professional Studies
Associate in Applied Science - Nursing
City University of New York – Hostos Community College
Patient Care Assistance Program - undefined
Atlanta Technical College