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Salimatou Konare

Bowie,MD

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Profile Summary_________________________________________________________________________________ Dedicated, caring, and compassionate patient-focused Registered Nurse with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, able to collaborate within an interdisciplinary framework and deliver safe, patient-centered care seeking a position as a Registered Nurse. Employment History______________________________________________________________________________ Adventist HealthCare Shady Grove Medical Center – Mental Health Nov 2019-present, Rockville, MD Supervise up to 10 staff on a 24-bed adolescent unit of a psychiatric facility, specializing in rapid stabilizing and crisis interventions. Provide direct quality care to patients including daily monitoring, recording, and evaluating psychiatric medical conditions of up to 24 patients per day. Respond to numerous volatile situations and violent outbreaks, earning the respect of physicians and coworkers for calm, levelheaded and quick thinking to restore the safety and security of patients and staff. Develop and implement treatment plans for patients with broad range of mental health issues. Ensure that doctors' orders were effectively carried out, including testing, medical procedures, consultations and stat orders for restraint. Provide treatment for existing and emergency health conditions both medical and psychiatric Assess clients for medical appropriateness for admission and/or recommendations for out-patient treatment options Consult with Psychiatrist on Duty for orders when clients medical status changed or situation presented to make referrals to more appropriate level of care was required Administer medication/treatments and documented administration with reaction in clients clinical charts. Observed, recorded and initiated appropriate action to medication and therapeutic procedures Recovery Centers of America October 2018-Present Waldorf, MD Assess the physiological and behavioral health status of the patient. Completes initial assessment and develops the plan of care. Recognizes reports and acts upon reports of deviation in diagnostic studies. Accurately assesses and documents vital signs and signs of pain and ensures treatment of pain communicates and documents client's psycho-social status. Collaborates with treatment team to include ancillary departments in order to determine appropriate treatment/discharge plan. Assists the client in understanding the nature of the disease of addiction and the need for treatment. Assists in maintaining a safe and secure environment for staff and patients. Completes necessary documentation as required by organization Policies and Procedures. Maintains patient confidentiality. Maintains accurate records and documentation of patient treatments, immunizations, and laboratory results according to standard medical record-keeping. Follows established policies and procedures for verification of narcotic counts Administers medications according to organization policy. Verifies the MAR for correct medication and administration times. Monitors behavioral changes which may be related to medication administration. Provides courteous, high quality service to patients and members of the public by responding to requests for service or making appropriate referrals in a timely manner. Individual Advocacy Group March 2017-Nov 2019 Washington, DC Registered Nurse (Full-Time) Responsible for the care of 12 people with multiple diagnosis Oversee 5 LPNs and 10 TMEs Interface directly with Department of Health, Department of Disability Services, Quality Trust and Human Rights Committee Conjunction with specialty physicians such as Neurologist, Hematologist, Audiologist, etc. Implementing recommendations set by Primary Care Physician and specialty physicians Administer PO and Topical medications Monitor blood glucose levels Set, clean, adjust and monitor oxygen tanks Administer PPD Immunizations Complete full body assessments Monitor vital signs and lab work Attend discharge meetings Attend ISP meetings Wound Care Create and Implement treatment plans/Healthcare Management Plans Train and educate staff on Healthcare Management Plans, Health Passports, Individualized Medical Concerns/Diagnosis, Universal Precautions, Medication Side Effects, Individualized Adaptive Equipment Used and Medical Protocols Complete monthly audits of medical books for 12 people Compose daily, monthly and quarterly notes Conduct Fall Risk Assessments, Complete Glasgow Depression Scales, Monitor for Abnormal Involuntary Movements Attend monthly nursing roundtable meetings Ward & Ward Mental Health Services May 2013-February 2017 Washington, DC Lead LPN (Full time) Identify and collect information concerning the health status of patients. Evaluate patient's responses to interventions and to the revision of the plan of care as needed. Ensure the implementation of patient care orders in a timely manner. Manage efficient patient flow, appropriate use of supplies and other operational functions. Schedule assignments and monitor attendance. Demonstrate accountability for professional practice. Service as a role model to staff, preceptor and/or mentor. Assume responsibility for care provided by non-licensed members of the nursing team Sheppard Pratt Health System April 2012-December 2014 Maryland LPN School Nurse Administered medication and medical treatment as prescribed by physician Responsible for teaching and providing psychosocial support to students Communicated with students based on the understanding of the developmental needs of adolescents Documented and reported student progress to the treatment team Updated and maintained accurate administrative records Licensure/Certifications___________________________________________________________________________ Registered Nurse, RN in District of Columbia Registered Nurse, RN in Maryland First Aid CPR/AED/Adult/Child/Infant

Work History

Nurse Assessor

Liberty Healthcare
Washington

Education

Masters Science - Nursing Online

Walden University

Associate degree - Nursing Virginia

Global Health College

Standard healthcare INC License Practical Nurse Virginia - undefined

Timeline

Nurse Assessor

Liberty Healthcare

Masters Science - Nursing Online

Walden University

Associate degree - Nursing Virginia

Global Health College

Standard healthcare INC License Practical Nurse Virginia - undefined

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