CATHERINE KAMARA
LANHAM
Summary
Dedicated LPN with extensive experience at Immaculate Healthcare Services, excelling in patient care and clinical documentation. Proven ability to administer medications and monitor vital signs effectively, while demonstrating compassionate communication. Recognized for enhancing patient satisfaction through exceptional wound care and problem-solving skills in fast-paced environments.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN
Linac Health Services
WDC
03.2025 - Current
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
LPN
Immaculate Healthcare Services
WDC
01.2025 - Current
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
Assistant Manager - HR
Immaculate Healthcare Services
WDC
05.2017 - Current
- Motivated employees through special events, incentive programs, and constructive feedback.
- Monitored and handled employee claims involving performance-based and harassment incidents.
- Facilitated onboarding sessions and on-the-job training for new hires, bolstering employee job position knowledge and skillset.
- Maintained payroll and benefits for employees in various locations and diminished financial discrepancies through expert program management.
- Organized and led staff orientation programs and training to promote collaboration.
- Implemented performance reviews and motivational strategies to elevate HR team results.
Payroll Coordinator
Immaculate Healthcare Services
WDC
02.2014 - Current
- Verified and submitted timekeeping information for accurate and efficient payroll processing.
- Performed calculations in overtime, vacation, and sick hours to provide accurate data to payroll processing database.
- Reviewed time records for [Number] employees to verify accuracy of information.
- Reconciled accounts, managed deposits, and tracked expenses.
- Managed payroll data entry and processing for [Number] employees to comply with predetermined company guidelines.
- Uploaded time records into computer system and made adjustments to create accurate database for payroll processing functions.
- Documented and processed all garnishments for bankruptcies, student loans, and child support orders.
Home Health Aide
Immaculate Healthcare Services
Washington DC
06.2009 - Current
- Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
- Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
- Provided transportation and appointments management.
- Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
- Monitored client health by performing routine pulse, temperature and blood pressure checks.
- Developed individual care plans for clients based on specific needs.
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
Education
LPN - Nursing Practice
STANDARD COLLEGE OF NURSING
Falls Church, VA04-2015
Associate of Science - Science Education
San Jose City College
San Jose, CA05-1992
Bachelor of Science - Health Administration
Champlain College
Burlington, VTSkills
- Patient care
- Medication administration
- Clinical documentation
- Vital signs monitoring
- Wound care
- Health information management
- Problem solving
- Medical equipment operation
- Effective communication
- Catheter care
- Compassionate care
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
LPN
Linac Health Services
03.2025 - Current
LPN
Immaculate Healthcare Services
01.2025 - Current
Assistant Manager - HR
Immaculate Healthcare Services
05.2017 - Current
Payroll Coordinator
Immaculate Healthcare Services
02.2014 - Current
Home Health Aide
Immaculate Healthcare Services
06.2009 - Current
LPN - Nursing Practice
STANDARD COLLEGE OF NURSING
Associate of Science - Science Education
San Jose City College
Bachelor of Science - Health Administration
Champlain College
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