Kisha Fields Powell
Randallstown
Summary
Experienced with providing quality patient care and support in acute healthcare settings. Utilizes effective communication and interpersonal skills to foster supportive environment for patients and staff. Knowledge of essential medical terminology and patient monitoring techniques; ensures high standards of care and adaptability to changing needs.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nursing Technician-Float Pool
Lifebridge Health
Randallstown, MD
09.2025 - Current
- Provide compassionate patient care, assisting with daily living activities and personal hygiene.
- Collaborate with healthcare team to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Monitor vital signs, recording changes to ensure timely intervention when necessary.
- Answer call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Reduce fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Prevent pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Conduct regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Participate in fun activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Advocate for patients' needs, ensuring effective communication between patients and medical staff.
Patient Safety Companion
Lifebridge Health
Randallstown, MD
07.2024 - 09.2025
- Monitored patient safety and well-being through continuous observation and interaction.
- Assisted nursing staff in implementing safety protocols and procedures effectively.
- Reported changes in patient conditions promptly to ensure immediate care adjustments.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to enhance communication regarding patient needs and safety concerns.
- Led initiatives to identify potential hazards in patient environments, improving overall safety standards.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care and addressing individual needs.
Compliance/Real Estate Paralegal
The Strata Group, LLC/Strata Law, LLC
Baltimore, MD
01.2006 - 2023
- Maintained RESPA policies and procedures for three (3) real estate entities.
- Reviewed/revised all residential and commercial real estate sales contracts.
- Drafted commercial leases/subleases.
- Supervised Company risk liability management.
- Managed licensing and renewals for three entities and multiple states.
- Drafted/edited Estate and Trusts documents.
- Performed extensive Legal research and writing.
- Maintained and administered probate estates; orphans' court filings.
- Completed research via wide range of public databases, including tax office and deed record systems.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science/PreLaw
University of Maryland Baltimore County
Baltimore, MD06-2003
Certified Clinical - Nursing Assistant
Baltimore City Community College
Baltimore, MD08-2025
Pre-Law - Political Science
Temple University
Philadelphia, PA01-1989
Skills
- Reliable team player
- Direct patient care
- Compassionate
- Basic life support
- Patient interaction skills
- Electronic charting
- Verbal and written communication
- Infection control procedures
- EKG Training
- HIPAA compliance
Certification
- CNA(II) - MD State License #A00232949
- AHA/BLS Certified
Languages
Spanish
Elementary
Interests
Current Member Baltimore County Local Management Board for Youth; Former Member Maryland State Board of Optometry- Legislative Liaison and Board Secretary; UMBC Alumni Association-Board of Director (Implemented multi-cultural initiatives); Piloted Alumni mentoring program for minority students; Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc Member- Officer, Chairperson- Economic Legacy Committee, By laws Committee, Leadership Committee; Consumer Advisor-National Black Women's Health Study; Church Prayer Keepers Member; Race for the Cure volunteer/supporter; NAMI - supporter and volunteer; Reading; Homelessness Outreach/Fundraising
Timeline
Nursing Technician-Float Pool
Lifebridge Health
09.2025 - Current
Patient Safety Companion
Lifebridge Health
07.2024 - 09.2025
Compliance/Real Estate Paralegal
The Strata Group, LLC/Strata Law, LLC
01.2006 - 2023
Pre-Law - Political Science
Temple University
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science/PreLaw
University of Maryland Baltimore County
Certified Clinical - Nursing Assistant
Baltimore City Community College