Kolo Toure
Summary
Healthcare professional committed to delivering high-standard patient care and support. Background includes assisting with patient assessments and providing essential care during clinical rotations. Known for effective teamwork and adaptability in dynamic healthcare settings, ensuring patient well-being and efficient workflow.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Extern
Jefferson Methodist Hospital
05.2024 - Current
- Assisted in administering medications using automated dispensing systems to enhance medication management and safety.
- Assisted registered nurses with patient assessments, gathering relevant health history and vital signs for accurate reporting.
- Supported daily living activities for patients, ensuring comfort and promoting independence through guidance and assistance.
- Applied infection control techniques by adhering to safety protocols during patient interactions to minimize risk of infection.
Patient Care Technician
Christiana Care Wilmington Hospital
09.2022 - 04.2024
- 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.
- Collected and transported specimens to prepare for lab testing.
- Responded to patient emergencies with immediate care and notified clinicians to provide comprehensive assistance.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
- Operated electronic health record systems to efficiently document patient information and manage care plans.
- Demonstrated effective communication skills to coordinate with healthcare team and provide compassionate patient support.
Caregiver
Brandywine Assisted Living
06.2021 - 09.2022
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
Customer Service Representative
Bamarket Llc
04.2019 - 05.2021
- Handled customer inquiries and suggestions courteously and professionally.
- Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
- Answered constant flow of customer calls with minimal wait times.
- Answered customer telephone calls promptly to avoid on-hold wait times.
- Maintained customer satisfaction with forward-thinking strategies focused on addressing customer needs and resolving concerns.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
La Salle University
08.2025
Associate of Arts - Health Care Studies
Community College of Philadelphia
05.2022
High School Diploma -
Franklin Learning Center
06.2019
Skills
- Medical Laboratory Procedures
- Feeding Assistance
- Blood Glucose Monitoring
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Patient Safety
- Patient Care and Monitoring
- Medication Side Effect Knowledge
- Activities of Daily Living (ADL) Assistance
- Vital signs monitoring
- Clinical judgment
- Compassionate care
- Feeding assistance
Languages
French
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Certification
The Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing. October 18, 2024
Alpha Alpha Alpha Honor Society. March 6, 2025
Clinical Rotations
Wesley Living Center, PA, Public Health (126 hours) January 2025-April 2025
Belmont Behavioral Health, PA, Mental Health/Psych (84 hours) August 2024-December 2025
Saint Christopher Hospital, PA, Pediatrics (84 hours) May 2024-August 2024
Lankenau Medical Center, PA, Maternity (84 hours) January 2024-May 2024
Einstein Medical Center, PA, Med/Surg (168 hours) August 2023-December 2023
Einstein Medical Center, PA, Fundamentals (128 hours)May 2023-August 2023
Moss Rehabilitation Center, PA, Intro to Nursing (42 hours) September 2022-December 2022
Timeline
Nurse Extern
Jefferson Methodist Hospital
05.2024 - Current
Patient Care Technician
Christiana Care Wilmington Hospital
09.2022 - 04.2024
Caregiver
Brandywine Assisted Living
06.2021 - 09.2022
Customer Service Representative
Bamarket Llc
04.2019 - 05.2021
Associate of Arts - Health Care Studies
Community College of Philadelphia
High School Diploma -
Franklin Learning Center
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
La Salle University
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