Salamatu K Kamara
Leesburg,VA
Summary
Driven Registered Medication Aide with a track record of enhancing patient satisfaction at Meadow Glen Of Leesburg through compassionate care and efficient medication administration. Excelled in HIPAA compliance and teamwork, significantly improving care continuity. Demonstrates exceptional attention to detail and problem-solving abilities, ensuring high standards of patient care and safety.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Medication Aide
Meadow Glen Of Leesburg
05.2024 - Current
- Supported continuity of care by promptly reporting any observed changes in patients'' conditions or adverse drug reactions to supervising nurses or physicians.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care during medication administration.
- Ensured timely medication administration by efficiently organizing daily schedules and prioritizing tasks.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by providing comprehensive hand-off reports, ensuring consistent care for all patients.
CNA
BrightStar Care
04.2020 - 06.2024
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
CNA
Sunrise Assisted Living
07.2017 - 01.2019
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Conducted routine safety checks on equipment, promptly reporting any malfunctions or safety concerns to appropriate personnel.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
Education
Diploma ( Licensed Practical Nurse) - Nursing
Hosanna College of Health
Miramar, FL09.2022
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA Compliance
- Compassionate Care
- First aid procedures
- Daily living assistance
- Safety Management
- Medication Administration
- Resident support
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Patient Care
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Patient Assessments
- Excellent Communication
- Direct Patient Care
- Empathy and Compassionate Care
- CPR Certification
- Organizational Skills
- CNA Certification
- Active Listening
- Activities of Daily Living ADL Support
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Feeding Assistance
- Meal Preparation
- Patient Positioning
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team of Number in the development of Project name.
- Achieved Result through effectively helping with Task.
- Documented and resolved Issue which led to Results.
- Achieved Result by introducing Software for Type tasks.
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
- Registered Medication Aide
- Licensed Practical Norse
- CPR certification
- First Aid certification
Timeline
Registered Medication Aide
Meadow Glen Of Leesburg
05.2024 - Current
CNA
BrightStar Care
04.2020 - 06.2024
CNA
Sunrise Assisted Living
07.2017 - 01.2019
Diploma ( Licensed Practical Nurse) - Nursing
Hosanna College of Health
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