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Work History
Education
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Accomplishments
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Zainab Salamatu Kamara

Upper Marlboro

Summary

Dedicated Geriatric Nursing Assistant with extensive experience at FutureCare Capital Region, skilled in vital signs monitoring and compassionate communication. Proven ability to enhance patient dignity and independence while ensuring safety and compliance with infection control protocols. Committed to delivering exceptional emotional support and collaborating effectively with interdisciplinary teams to improve resident care outcomes.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Geriatric Nursing Assistant

FutureCare Capital Region
Landover
01.2024 - Current
  • Assisted residents with daily living activities and personal care needs.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
  • Maintained a safe and clean environment for residents and staff.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team to support resident care plans.
  • Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
  • Educated residents and families on health management and wellness practices.
  • Participated in training sessions to enhance skills and knowledge in geriatric care.
  • Provided emotional support and companionship to residents during interactions.
  • Assisted patients with transportation and mobility needs, such as moving between wheelchairs and beds.
  • Maintained clean and refreshed room spaces, linens, and restrooms with regular supplies.
  • Supported individuals' desires for dignity by compassionately assisting with personal hygiene.
  • Managed residents' activities of daily living.
  • Protected patients and staff by consistently following infection control, emergency, and security procedures.
  • Attended continuing education classes related to geriatric nursing assistant duties to stay current on best practices.
  • Monitored vital signs and other health parameters for geriatric patients.
  • Assisted with activities of daily living, such as feeding, toileting, and ambulation.
  • Observed safety precautions while providing hands-on assistance with basic hygiene needs like showering or shaving.
  • Responded promptly to patient calls for assistance or support.
  • Promptly reported any changes in patient condition or behavior observed during shift hours.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Assisting Hands of Potomac
Bethesda
04.2023 - 05.2025
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal hygiene needs.
  • Maintained cleanliness and safety of patient living areas and equipment.
  • Provided emotional support and companionship to patients during recovery.
  • Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
  • Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
  • Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
  • Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
  • Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
  • Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
  • Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
  • Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
  • Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
  • Performed housekeeping duties such as changing linens and cleaning bathrooms when necessary.

Geriatric Nursing Assistant

Sterling Care
Bethesda
02.2022 - 03.2024
  • Maintained a safe and clean environment for residents and staff.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
  • Assisted residents with daily living activities and personal care needs.
  • Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
  • Assisted patients with transportation and mobility needs such as moving between wheelchairs and beds.
  • Kept room spaces, linens and restrooms clean and refreshed with supplies.
  • Supported individuals' desires for dignity by compassionately assisting with personal hygiene.
  • Protected patients and staff by consistently following infection control, emergency and security procedures.
  • Attended continuing education classes related to geriatrics nursing assistant duties in order to stay current on best practices.
  • Monitored vital signs and other health parameters for geriatric patients.
  • Responded promptly to patient calls for assistance or support in a timely manner.
  • Promptly reported any changes in patient condition or behavior observed during shift hours.
  • Encouraged independence among elderly residents by assisting them with activities that promote self-care skills.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Applied Accounting

Institute of Public Administration And Management
Sierra Leone, West Africa
12-2021

Associate of Science - Nursing

Prince George's Community College
Upper Marlboro, MD

Skills

  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Patient hygiene assistance
  • Electronic health records
  • Safety protocols
  • Mobility assistance
  • Emotional support
  • Infection control procedures
  • Health education
  • Collaboration skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Time management
  • Problem solving
  • Dementia care
  • Compassionate communication
  • Client documentation
  • Fall prevention

Affiliations

  • Communication skills: Very good with communicating with patients, families, and other healthcare professionals.
  • Compassion: Being able to understand and share the feelings of patients is vital for providing comfort and building trust
  • A good teammate: working with nurses, doctors, and other healthcare professionals requires a strong teamwork and collaboration skills
  • Emotional stability: The ability to remain calm and composed in stressful situations and to manage one's emotions is crucial for providing effective care.
  • Professionalism: Maintaining a professional demeanor, including appropriate appearance, ethical behavior, and respect for all patients.

Accomplishments

Award for Outstanding Patient Care

Recognized for exceptional patient care and dedication at FutureCare Capital Region , and improving patient satisfaction

Certification

  • Geriatric Nursing Assistant : Issued Date: 6/28/2022
  • Certified Nursing Assistant: Issued Date: 6/24/2022

Timeline

Geriatric Nursing Assistant

FutureCare Capital Region
01.2024 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant

Assisting Hands of Potomac
04.2023 - 05.2025

Geriatric Nursing Assistant

Sterling Care
02.2022 - 03.2024

Bachelor of Science - Applied Accounting

Institute of Public Administration And Management

Associate of Science - Nursing

Prince George's Community College

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