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Work History
Education
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Mariatu Kamara

Darby

Summary

Seasoned LPN Charge Nurse with considerable experience in providing primary patient care and managing nursing staff. Known for strong leadership skills, proficiency in patient assessment, and ability to develop effective care plans. Demonstrated success in fostering a collaborative, team-oriented environment that enhances patient satisfaction and outcomes.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
4011
4011
years of post-secondary education

Work History

LPN Charge Nurse

Providence Rehabilitation Nursing home
Yeadon PA
03.2013 - Current
  • Coordinated shift schedules and assigned duties to LPNs and CNAs based on qualifications.
  • Reviewed lab results and made appropriate recommendations for further testing or treatment.
  • Ensured all safety protocols were followed during patient care.
  • Coordinated discharge planning activities including arranging follow-up appointments for discharged patients.
  • Identified potential problems or risks that could affect patient outcomes.
  • Developed strategies for improving quality of care standards within the unit or department.
  • Evaluated patient responses to treatments and interventions and documented progress notes accordingly.
  • Demonstrated excellent communication skills when interacting with patients and families.
  • Responded promptly to emergency situations as needed.
  • Educated patients about their diagnoses and treatments while providing emotional support.
  • Carried out physician orders accurately while adhering to hospital policies and procedures.
  • Observed and reported changes in condition of patients and signs and symptoms of deviations from normal health status.
  • Assisted physicians and nurses with special procedures.

Home Health Aide

Lynch Homes
Marvern, PA
12.2000 - 12.2018
  • Reported any changes in the client's physical or emotional condition to supervisor immediately.
  • Encouraged independence by teaching self-care skills such as grooming and hygiene habits.
  • Maintained confidentiality of patient information at all times as per HIPAA regulations.
  • Engaged patients in recreational activities such as reading books or playing games.
  • Assisted in ambulation and exercise routines for clients.
  • Assisted with personal care activities, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
  • Prepared meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
  • Helped clients move in bed, stand or walk using proper body mechanics techniques.
  • Transported clients to doctor appointments and social events.
  • Changed bed linens and maintained a clean living environment for the client's safety.
  • Documented care provided and submitted notes to supervisor.
  • Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
  • Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
  • Helped client with medication self-administration.
  • Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
  • Recognized emergency situations and implemented appropriate procedures.
  • Tracked and reported clients' progress based on observations and conversations.
  • Helped clients stay happy and healthy by providing mental and emotional support.
  • Dressed, groomed and fed patients with limited physical abilities to support basic needs.

Nurse

BAYADA
collingdale,
03.2013 - 01.2015
  • Ensured that all documentation was accurate and up-to-date according to established guidelines.
  • Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while prioritizing urgent requests from physicians or nurses.
  • Administered medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders.

Home Health Aide

Deverauxe
West Chester
01.2008 - 12.2010
  • Reported any changes in the client's physical or emotional condition to supervisor immediately.
  • Encouraged independence by teaching self-care skills such as grooming and hygiene habits.
  • Maintained confidentiality of patient information at all times as per HIPAA regulations.
  • Assisted in ambulation and exercise routines for clients.
  • Engaged patients in recreational activities such as reading books or playing games.
  • Assisted with personal care activities, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
  • Prepared meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
  • Helped clients move in bed, stand or walk using proper body mechanics techniques.
  • Transported clients to doctor appointments and social events.
  • Changed bed linens and maintained a clean living environment for the client's safety.
  • Documented care provided and submitted notes to supervisor.
  • Followed HIPAA regulations to maintain confidentiality of sensitive patient information.
  • Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.

Education

Lead School of Technology
Delaware,, DE

Magbema Secondary School
West Africa, PA

Skills

  • Patient assessment
  • Medication administration
  • Care coordination
  • Discharge planning
  • Sending patient out to the hospital due change in condition per MD's order

Languages

English
Professional

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

LPN Charge Nurse

Providence Rehabilitation Nursing home
03.2013 - Current

Nurse

BAYADA
03.2013 - 01.2015

Home Health Aide

Deverauxe
01.2008 - 12.2010

Home Health Aide

Lynch Homes
12.2000 - 12.2018

Lead School of Technology

Magbema Secondary School

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