MARIAMA LAHAI
Dumfries,VA
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated licensed Practical Nurse with over 10 years of experience caring for elderly, vulner.Knowledgeable about assisting with non-invasive procedures and performing respiratory treatments. Strong documentation skills and a firm grasp of compliance requirements. Well-qualified medical professional with experience triaging patients, capturing information and completing basic procedures such as wound care. Excellent communication, prioritization and multitasking abilities with sound judgment and compassionate nature. Background in clinic and hospital environments. Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Mount Vernon Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
05.2024 - Current
- Monitored and recorded patient vital signs to ensure timely intervention and care
- Assisted patients with daily activities including eating, dressing, and bathing, promoting comfort and well-being
- Administered prescribed medications and managed treatment plans in accordance with physician orders
- Communicated effectively with nurses, physicians, and family members regarding patient status and changes in behavior
- Maintained precise and up-to-date patient records, ensuring accuracy and compliance with healthcare regulations
- Collected and processed specimen samples for diagnostic testing as required
- Actively participated in patient care planning, contributing to individualized care strategies
- Supervised and trained Certified Nursing Assistants, providing guidance and support to enhance patient care
- Prepared patients for transfers or discharge, ensuring a smooth and safe transition
- Assisted in various medical procedures, supporting the clinical team and facilitating patient care.
Medication Aide/Certified Nursing Assistant
Erickson senior Assisted living
02.2023 - Current
- Work with the clinical team to address the needs of residents in a timely manner
- Prepare and administer medications (orally) and treatments per the Doctor's order
- Implement residents personal care plan per company policy and State requirements
- Notify clinical staff of changes in residents' condition in a timely manner
- Provide assistance with residents with activities of daily living and programs
- Provide comfort, companionship and foster a sense of belonging.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Waltonwood at Ashburn Assisted Living
07.2020 - 10.2023
- Conduct routine medication cart and associated documentation audits
- Perform basic nursing tasks and provides accurate medication administration and quality care
- Provides medication administration, healthcare services, activities of daily living assistance
- Assist in a caring, safe and efficient manner and is responsible to perform the following according to location standards and procedures
- Follows procedures for documentation, including narcotics sign out
- Follows up with observation and documentation of resident.
Senior Counselor House Manager
Jewish Foundation For Group Homes
06.2013 - 10.2020
- Managed and supported daily operations and activities of residential facilities for individuals with disabilities
- Managed residential program including monthly budgets and individual's financial record
- Monitored daily charge entries and claims for accuracy and completeness for full regulatory compliance
- Coordinated residents medical and health care need
- Maintained updated confidential and personal records of residents and applicants in a computer database
- Advocated for residents and their families locate resources that improve residents well being
- Maintained progress reports on participants in the program
- Attended all required training as needed to satisfy agency procedures and State requirements
- Maintained competency in the required skills and knowledge.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Manor Care Rehabilitation center
07.2009 - 11.2013
- Supporting the residents physical, spiritual, emotional, and clinical needs
- Assisting residents in activities of daily living
- Implementing residents personal care plans, focusing on residents strengths, preferences, and preferred routines while providing a sense of comfort, companionship, and belonging
- Providing assistance with resident activities and resident programs
- Working with the clinical team to ensure the needs of our residents are being addressed in a timely matter.
Education
Associate of Arts - Practical Nursing
American Institute of International Health
Arlington, United States09.2018
High School Diploma -
Laurel High School
Laurel, United States06.1999
Skills
- Emergency Response
- Wound Care
- Family Communication
- Pulse oximetry tracking
- Clinical Documentation
- Staff Supervision
- Diabetes management
- Behavioral assessment
- Immunization Administration
- Patient Intake
- Physical Assessment
- Health Education
Certification
- Licensed Practical Nurse, 08/18, LIC;#0002105185
- Certified Nursing Assistant, 01/23, VA 1401220478
- Registered Behavioral Therapist, 2023, RBT-22-210514
- Certified Medication Technician, 02/22, 0031013531
- Certified CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation), 2023
- John Hopkins University Online Training (COVID 19 Contact Tracing Course), 06/20
Patientcareskills
- Excellent and caring customer service and communication skills and professional bedside manners
- Experience with a broadly diverse patient base in a wide variety of settings and units (Group Homes, Nursing Homes, Private Home, and Geriatrics Care)
- Proficient in care planning, assessment, critical thinking, and problem-solving
- Acute awareness of confidentiality and HIPAA-related issues and JCAHO Knowledge
- Understanding the ethical boundaries of communication with patients and the Interdisciplinary team.
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Mount Vernon Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
05.2024 - Current
Medication Aide/Certified Nursing Assistant
Erickson senior Assisted living
02.2023 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Waltonwood at Ashburn Assisted Living
07.2020 - 10.2023
Senior Counselor House Manager
Jewish Foundation For Group Homes
06.2013 - 10.2020
Certified Nursing Assistant
Manor Care Rehabilitation center
07.2009 - 11.2013
- Licensed Practical Nurse, 08/18, LIC;#0002105185
- Certified Nursing Assistant, 01/23, VA 1401220478
- Registered Behavioral Therapist, 2023, RBT-22-210514
- Certified Medication Technician, 02/22, 0031013531
- Certified CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation), 2023
- John Hopkins University Online Training (COVID 19 Contact Tracing Course), 06/20
Associate of Arts - Practical Nursing
American Institute of International Health
High School Diploma -
Laurel High School
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