Patricia Kamara

614-***-**** adynnd@r.postjobfree.com Newark, DE 19702

SUMMARY

Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.

SKILLS

Flexible Schedule

Sound Judgment

Patient Ambulation

Problem Identification

Attentive to People

Physical Stamina

Needs Assessment

Convalescence Support

Ability to Lift Clients

Critical Thinking

Client Education

EXPERIENCE

Caregiver, Homewatch CareGiversInc, June 2022-Current Newark, DE

Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs. Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety. Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care. Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.

Created safe and positive living situations for clients by communicating with family and other staff about concerns or challenges.

Followed care plan and directions to administer medications. Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.

Followed safe lifting and transferring techniques to transport residents. Encouraged residents to participate in activities of daily living to enhance personal dignity. Monitored vital signs and medication use, documenting variances and concerning responses. Reported concerns to nurse supervisor to promote optimal care. Helped patients during ROM exercises to maintain musculoskeletal functions and increase strength.

Worked closely with clinical staff to support therapeutic and behavioral plans. Examined and treated patient lacerations, contusions and physical symptoms and referred patients to other medical professionals.

Laundered clothing and bedding to prevent infection. Assisted with meal planning to meet nutritional plans. Documented behavioral incidents to keep accurate records. Documented patient behavior, interventions completed and patient response to interventions. Completed patient reports daily and submitted to management for evaluation. Maintained client and employee areas in good working order and with adequate supplies. Documented observations, interventions and concerns in patient charts and electronic systems, sustaining continuum of care from admission through to discharge. Modeled appropriate communication and problem-solving skills in crisis situations involving patients, family or staff.

Identified and addressed individual mental health challenges to support patients. Participated in treatment planning by helping to identify patients' problems, needs and strengths.

Provided excellent service to patients through personable communication. Tracked client movement on and off unit by documenting times and destinations. Collaborated with client and clinician to develop and support goals and clinical treatment plan.

Behavioral Health Technician, World Vision International, May 2018-June 2022 Freetown, Sierra Leone

Documented behavioral incidents to keep accurate records. Documented patient behavior, interventions completed and patient response to interventions. Completed patient reports daily and submitted to management for evaluation. Established and maintained professional working relationships with clients, staff and public. Identified behaviors associated with substance abuse and recognized signs of being under influence of alcohol or drugs.

Planned and implemented safe interventions consistent with treatment goals. Educated clients on important life skills, housekeeping and food preparation. Followed standard admissions procedures and documentation requirements for client intakes. Completed daily client rounds and tracked client movements. Cultivated relationships with fellow staff members to enhance team collaboration. Monitoring and Evaluation Officer, I, June 2018-June 2019 Freetown, Sierra Leone

Gender Officer, Women partnership for justice and peace, June 2015-June 2016 Freetown, Sierra Leone

Prepared detailed written reports articulating and detailing specific facts based on eyewitness accounts.

Evaluated complaints and emergency-request information to determine response requirements.

Drafted investigation and incident reports and submitted to appropriate personnel. Investigated suspicious persons and situations and illegal activity in patrol area. Identified, pursued and arrested suspects and perpetrators of criminal acts. Responded to crimes in progress, initiating actions such as interrogation of suspects or medical aid for victims.

Guarded courthouses and grand jury rooms to provide security, enforce laws and maintain order.

Rendered aid to accident victims and other persons requiring first aid for physical injuries. Instructed suspects on field sobriety tests and used portable equipment to conduct tests. Managed personnel and vehicles entering crime scenes to preserve integrity of evidence. Sales Manager, Freetown supermarket, June 2014-April 2015 Freetown, Sierra Leone

Developed sales plans, goals, strategies and objectives to achieve team goals and revenue objectives.

Tracked monthly sales to generate reports for business development planning. Performed sales consultations and educated clients on products and services. Maintained professional network of potential clients and business opportunities. EDUCATION AND TRAINING

High School Diploma

Njala University, Freetown, Sierra Leone March 2015