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Mamud Tunkara

Silver Spring,MD

Summary

Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Bridgepoint Hospital Capitol Hill, excelling in patient care planning and infection control measures. Proven track record of enhancing patient outcomes through evidence-based practices and compassionate advocacy. Strong clinical judgment and effective communication skills foster collaboration within interdisciplinary teams, ensuring high-quality care delivery.

Hardworking Registered Nurse with success providing individualized patient care. Committed to delivering best-in-class patient care through effective education and counseling. Proven leadership focused on increasing and enhancing patient care and satisfaction. Streamline safety protocols for comprehensive patient care.

Compassionate Registered Nurse with experience offering comprehensive patient care in outpatient environments. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse

Bridgepoint Hospital Capitol Hill
04.2022 - Current
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
  • Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
  • Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
  • Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
  • Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
  • Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
  • Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
  • Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
  • Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
  • Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
  • Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
  • Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
  • Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and providing high-quality care in the ICU setting.
  • Enhanced patient safety by diligently monitoring vital signs, identifying early warning signs of complications, and taking prompt action in emergent situations.
  • Delivered outstanding patient care in critical care units.
  • Provided targeted care and treatment to patients.
  • Triaged patients and delegated treatment needs to qualified staff and specialized departments.

Nurse Manager

Bethesda Sub Acute Rehab
02.2016 - 03.2023

Fostered improvement in staff development, personnel training, and standards of patient care.

  • Served as a key point of contact between nursing staff, physicians, administration, and other healthcare professionals.
  • Conducted performance evaluations and provided constructive feedback to support professional growth of nursing staff members.
  • Advocated for patients'' rights and ethical considerations in all aspects of care delivery.
  • Manage nurses and nursing activities in 42-bed hospital by providing comprehensive nursing guidance and maintaining outstanding patient satisfaction and care standards.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for patients with complex needs.
  • Investigated and independently resolved complaints from staff, physicians, and patients by leveraging clinical judgment and unit management expertise.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
  • Oversaw infection control procedures to protect patients from infections and keep nursing departments compliant with state regulations.
  • Promoted professional development opportunities to encourage nurses to pursue continuous training.
  • Established strong relationships with patients'' families, providing support and education throughout the treatment process.
  • Implemented infection control measures, resulting in reduced incidence of hospital-acquired infections.
  • Supervised, directed, and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.

RN, Medical-Surgical

Johns Hopkins Hospital
03.2013 - 05.2014
  • Promoted a culture of safety by adhering to infection control protocols, reducing the incidence of hospital-acquired infections.
  • Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by providing thorough hand-off reports to incoming staff members, minimizing gaps in care continuity.
  • Performed emergency medical procedures such as BLS, ACLS and other condition stabilizing interventions.
  • Monitored patient vital signs to perform thorough condition assessments.
  • Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing Practice

Baltimore City Community College
Baltimore, MD
06-2014

Certificate of Practical Nursing - Practical Nursing

University of District of Columbia
Washington
06-2007

Bachelor of Science - Veterinary Science

University of The Gambia
Banjul, The Gamia
06-2002

Skills

  • Medication and IV administration
  • Complex Problem-solving
  • Patient education and counseling
  • Patient discharge
  • Documentation and charting
  • Infection control measures
  • Clinical judgment
  • Patient care planning
  • Patient counseling
  • Critical care
  • Direct patient care
  • Compassion and empathy
  • IV setup
  • Patient assessment
  • Data collection
  • Nursing staff leadership
  • HIPAA education
  • French proficiency
  • Strong clinical judgment
  • Lab result interpretation
  • Team coordination
  • Taking vitals
  • EMR / EHR
  • Vaccine administration
  • Patient assessments
  • Emergency procedures
  • Care plan development
  • Physical assessments
  • Patient management
  • Intravenous therapy
  • Indirect patient care
  • Seizure management
  • Precepting
  • Diabetes management
  • Collecting vitals
  • Medication distribution
  • Medication administration
  • Tracheostomy care
  • Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
  • Patient care
  • Patient and family advocacy
  • Hospice care
  • Geriatric nursing
  • Procedure preparations
  • Chest pain management
  • Wound care specialist
  • Wound care
  • Removing sutures
  • Patient monitoring
  • Setting up referrals
  • Proper catheter insertion/removal
  • Acute care expertise
  • Care planning
  • Long-term care
  • Chronic disease management
  • Staff supervision
  • Professional bedside manner
  • Patient evaluation
  • Community advocate
  • Home care
  • Telemetry monitoring
  • ADL assistance
  • Performing EKGs
  • At-risk patient care
  • Family education
  • OSHA safety expert

Languages

French
Full Professional

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Bridgepoint Hospital Capitol Hill
04.2022 - Current

Nurse Manager

Bethesda Sub Acute Rehab
02.2016 - 03.2023

RN, Medical-Surgical

Johns Hopkins Hospital
03.2013 - 05.2014

Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing Practice

Baltimore City Community College

Certificate of Practical Nursing - Practical Nursing

University of District of Columbia

Bachelor of Science - Veterinary Science

University of The Gambia