Saidu Kamara
Annandalle,VA
Summary
Compassionate Community Living Coach skilled in fostering independence and enhancing quality of life for clients. Efficiently completes tasks to achieve productive outcomes aligned with individual care plans. Proficient in behavior modification techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and adaptive communication methods. Connects with clients using empathy, active listening, and patience to support their personal growth objectives.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Community Living Coach
Right At Home Care
Fairfax, VA
05.2023 - Current
- Assisted individuals with disabilities in developing and maintaining independent living skills.
- Provided guidance, support, and mentorship to individuals to help them achieve their personal goals.
- Facilitated recreational activities for individuals with disabilities to promote socialization and community involvement.
- Coached individuals on budgeting, banking, transportation, nutrition, hygiene and other life skills.
- Maintained client records including progress notes, incident reports and daily logs.
- Developed relationships with local businesses to create opportunities for employment or volunteerism for clients.
- Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team of professionals such as therapists, nurses and physicians to ensure the best possible outcomes for clients.
- Advised families on how to access resources within the community that can benefit their loved ones with disabilities.
- Provided crisis intervention services when needed by assessing situations quickly and taking appropriate action.
- Encouraged positive behavior through positive reinforcement techniques while managing challenging behaviors as they arise.
- Created an environment conducive to learning new skills through patient instruction and repetition of tasks.
- Worked closely with guardians and caregivers providing training on how best to support their loved ones with disabilities.
- Participated in staff meetings discussing case updates and strategies for successful outcomes.
- Answered questions and responded to inquiries to deliver high level of service to patients.
- Connected individuals with relevant community resources and coordinated referrals.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
- Performed assessments to determine individual limitations and strengths.
- Maintained accurate records and documented client data in company databases.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Fair fax nursing rehabilitation center
Fairfax, VA
02.2022 - Current
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
- Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
- Transported patients to treatment units, using wheelchair or strher.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.
- Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.
- Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
- Cleaned and sanitized patient rooms according to established protocols.
- Performed housekeeping duties such as changing linens and cleaning bathrooms when necessary.
- Collected specimens for testing purposes upon request from physicians or nurses.
- Provided emotional support to family members regarding end-of-life decisions.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Oculus Health
101 N Lynnhaven Rd #304 , VA
03.2021 - 05.2024
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
- Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
- Transported patients to treatment units, using wheelchair or strher.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.
- Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
- Performed housekeeping duties such as changing linens and cleaning bathrooms when necessary.
- Collected specimens for testing purposes upon request from physicians or nurses.
- Administered medications as directed by registered nurse or physician.
- Provided emotional support to family members regarding end-of-life decisions.
- Provided comfort measures such as back rubs and positioning pillows for added comfort.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
- Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Conducted patient education on health maintenance and disease prevention.
- Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
- Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
Education
High School Diploma -
Ahmadiyya Sec School
Freetown07-2001
Maralex School For Nursing
Skills
- Activity Planning
- Nutrition guidance
- Motivational Interviewing
- Safety Planning
- Disability Awareness
- Life Skills Training
- Cultural Competency
- Health Promotion
- Household Management
- Recreational Activities
- Social Skills Development
- Mental Health Support
Certification
- 1401181328
- 08/31/2016
Timeline
Community Living Coach
Right At Home Care
05.2023 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Fair fax nursing rehabilitation center
02.2022 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Oculus Health
03.2021 - 05.2024
- 1401181328
- 08/31/2016
High School Diploma -
Ahmadiyya Sec School
Maralex School For Nursing
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