Zainab Evelyn Koroma
Columbia,MD
Summary
Experienced nursing professional providing quality care to patients in variety of medical settings. Delivers excellent communication and task prioritization skills for effective patient care coordination. Proven ability to stay organized and prioritize tasks in fast-paced environment. Service-oriented and resourceful with in-depth clinical skills and assessment training. Support patient personal care and hygiene needs with diligent assistance. Organized in keeping supplies stocked and equipment sterilized for use. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level [Job Title] position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Technician
Luminis Health DCMC
12.2021 - Current
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Collected and transported specimens to prepare for lab testing.
- Supported patient admissions, discharges, and transfers to promote team productivity.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
CNA/ GNA
Autumn Lake Healthcare At Oakview
04.2018 - 12.2021
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
Medical Office Assistant
Capital Womens Care .
12.2015 - 01.2020
- Adhered to strict HIPAA guidelines to protect patient privacy.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Provided prompt, polite and professional in-person and telephone customer service.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Updated patient information and insurance details for accurate electronic medical records.
- Coordinated patient scheduling, check-in, check-out and payments for billing.
- Prepared patient charts by gathering and organizing medical records ahead of appointments.
- Obtained pre-authorization from insurance companies ahead of medical services.
- Received, recorded and filed medical payments by check, cash, and credit card.
- Relayed care and medication advice to patients to relieve physicians during peak hours.
Education
Phlebotomy -
Allied Health
DC10.2022
CNA/GNA - Nursing Assistant
Cambridge Nursing Academy
Gaithersburg, MD12.2015
High School Diploma -
Gambia Methodist Academy
The Gambia , Banjul06.2007
Skills
- Emergency Response
- ADL Support
- Healthy Meal Preparation
- Mobility Assistance
- Patient Observation
- Specimen Collection
- Infection Prevention
- Sterilization Techniques
- Vital Signs Monitoring
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
- Licensed phlebotomy
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
Luminis Health DCMC
12.2021 - Current
CNA/ GNA
Autumn Lake Healthcare At Oakview
04.2018 - 12.2021
Medical Office Assistant
Capital Womens Care .
12.2015 - 01.2020
Phlebotomy -
Allied Health
CNA/GNA - Nursing Assistant
Cambridge Nursing Academy
High School Diploma -
Gambia Methodist Academy
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