Afsatu Kamara
Rosharon
Summary
Registered Nurse experienced in Med-Surg Telemetry, Neurosurgery, and Cardiac units within high-acuity hospital environments. Managed complex patient cases through effective collaboration with interdisciplinary teams, ensuring tailored care plans and compassionate support. Delivered high-quality patient care in dynamic clinical settings, leveraging proficiency in EPIC, Meditech, and Allscripts EMR systems.
Overview
1
1
Certification
10
10
years of post-secondary education
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse stepdown
Ascension Wichita KS
Wichita
06.2026 - Current
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team.
- Administered medications and treatments per physician directives.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans.
RN Med-Surg (Floated to Tele)
Iowa Methodist Medical Center
Des Moines
08.2023 - Current
- Provide patient care on a Medical-Surgical Telemetry unit, monitoring vital signs and responding to changes in patient conditions.
- Delivered patient care on Medical-Surgical Telemetry unit, monitoring vital signs and responding effectively to changes in patient conditions.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams to assess, plan, and implement tailored patient care plans, enhancing overall patient outcomes.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to assess, plan, and implement individualized patient care plans.
- Monitored telemetry patients for cardiac rhythms, intervening promptly during acute changes to ensure patient safety and stability.
- Utilize electronic medical record systems (EPIC) to document patient data accurately and timely.
- Respond to rapid response and emergency situations as needed.
- Acted swiftly during rapid response and emergency situations to ensure patient safety.
- Agency Name: 3B Healthcare. Job Type: Travel.
RN-Neurology and neurosurgery/MS Tele
URMC Strong Memorial Hospital
Rochester
09.2025 - 01.2026
- Having experience in Central Lines, Telemetry, Wounds Care, Insulin, Neuro, Chest Tubes, Drips such as (Heparin, Lasix, insulin), Maintained and managed intravenous lines and tubes for post-surgical patients., tubes, and drains for post-surgical patients to ensure proper recovery.
- Delivered comprehensive nursing care to patients on neuro med-surg telemetry unit, addressing diverse needs and promoting recovery.
- Monitor and assess neurological patients, including stroke, post-surgical, and those with brain injuries.
- Coordinate care with neurologists, physicians, and rehabilitation teams.
- Document patient conditions and treatment plans using Epic.
- Monitored critically ill patients requiring continuous cardiac monitoring, ensuring timely interventions for acute changes in condition.
- Respond to emergencies and acute changes in patient conditions promptly.
- Served as a travel nurse, providing flexible staffing support to various healthcare facilities. at 3B Healthcare Inc. to support various healthcare facilities. Number of Hospital Beds: 870. Trauma Level: Level I.
RN Medical Surgical (Float)
Wellstar North Fulton Hospital
Roswell
08.2025 - 09.2025
- Having experience in Central Lines, Telemetry, Administered Lasix drips and managed drains for patient hydration and fluid balance.
- Delivered patient care on Medical-Surgical Telemetry unit, monitored vital signs, and responded promptly to changes in patient conditions.
- Executed patient care procedures for central lines in a hospital setting.
- Documented patient data using Epic charting system, maintaining accurate and timely records.
- Worked with 3B Healthcare agency to deliver high-quality patient care. Completed travel assignments to support healthcare facilities in need of staffing. Provided care in a Trauma Level II facility, addressing critical patient needs.
Registered Nurse-homehealth per diem
Family first home health
Houston
03.2024 - 05.2025
- Provided skilled nursing care to pediatric and adult patients in the home setting, including comprehensive assessments, medication administration, wound care, and chronic disease management.
- Developed, implemented, and evaluated individualized care plans while collaborating with physicians, therapists, and interdisciplinary teams to promote optimal patient outcomes.
- Educated patients and caregivers on disease management, medication compliance, infection prevention, nutrition, and safe home care techniques, contributing to reduced hospital readmissions.
- Performed clinical procedures such as catheter care, tracheostomy care, feeding tube management, IV therapy, PICC line care, ostomy care, and postoperative monitoring, ensuring compliance with Medicare and agency standards through accurate electronic documentation.
- Documented agency details including name, job type, and trauma level for accurate record-keeping.
RN Transplant burn and surgery/MS Tele
SUNY Upstate University Hospital
Upstate
09.2024 - 03.2025
- Administered care involving central lines, telemetry, trachs, and tubes to ensure patient safety and comfort.
- Provided patient care on medical-surgical telemetry unit, monitored vital signs, and promptly responded to changes in patient conditions to improve outcomes.
- Gained experience administering central lines, telemetry, trachs, and tubes in clinical settings.
- Documented patient data using Epic charting system, ensuring accuracy and timeliness for effective care coordination.
- Utilize Epic computer charting system to document patient data, ensuring accurate and timely records.
- Perform patient education on medication management, self-care, and post-discharge instructions.
- Documented agency details for employment records. Job Type: Travel. Trauma Level: I.
RN-Neurology and neurosurgery/MS Tele/Inpatient Hospice Nurse
URMC Strong Memorial Hospital
Rochester
11.2022 - 09.2024
- Delivered comprehensive nursing care to patients on Neuro Med-Surg telemetry unit, enhancing patient recovery and monitoring.
- Coordinate care with neurologists, physicians, and rehabilitation teams.
- Ensure appropriate care for critically ill patients requiring continuous cardiac monitoring.
- Documented patient conditions and treatment plans using Epic, facilitating effective communication and continuity of care.
- Provided critical care for patients requiring continuous cardiac monitoring, ensuring timely interventions for acute changes.
- Document patient conditions and treatment plans using Epic.
- Facilitated travel nursing assignments across various facilities, including a Level I trauma center with 870 hospital beds.
- Collaborated with an interdisciplinary team, including physicians, social workers, chaplains, and case managers, to coordinate individualized care plans, provide emotional support, and ensure comfort, dignity, and quality of life for hospice and palliative care patients.
RN MS Tele
Ochsner Health Center - Kenner
New Orleans
09.2022 - 11.2022
- Delivered direct nursing care to medical-surgical and telemetry patients, ensuring adherence to best practices.
- Administer medications, assess patient conditions, and monitor vital signs.
- Coordinated with physicians to develop and revise patient care plans, enhancing treatment outcomes.
- Collaborate with physicians to create and update patient care plans.
- Educate patients and families on discharge care, medication regimens, and health maintenance.
- Instructed patients and families on discharge care and medication regimens, promoting effective health maintenance.
- Documented agency details including name, job type, and trauma level for travel assignments.
RN - MS Tele
Cheshire Medical Center
Keene
06.2022 - 09.2022
- Utilized expertise in central lines, telemetry, wound care, heparin drip management, and cardiac exams to provide comprehensive patient care.
- Provided targeted care to med-surg and telemetry patients in a fast-paced acute care environment.
- Monitored patients on telemetry for cardiac rhythms, taking appropriate action when necessary.
- Collaborated in patient assessments and treatment planning to ensure effective care delivery.
- Monitored patients on telemetry for cardiac rhythms, taking appropriate action.
- Documented care through the electronic medical record system.
- Provided support and education to patients and families regarding care plans and treatment options.
- Updated agency affiliation status to reflect current employment situation to indicate no current employer affiliation. Specified job type as travel, indicating flexibility and adaptability. Indicated trauma level as III, reflecting the critical nature of care provided. Specified hospital capacity as 110 beds, demonstrating the scale of the healthcare environment.
RN - MS Tele
Piedmont Macon Medical Center
Macon
12.2021 - 06.2022
- Utilized expertise in central lines, telemetry, cardiac drips, and tubes to enhance patient care.
- Delivered comprehensive patient care on a Med-Surg telemetry unit for level II patients, ensuring safety and monitoring.
- Provided staffing support by floating to SDU, ICU, and cardiac units.
- Administered medications and treatments in collaboration with the healthcare team.
- Administered medications and treatments alongside healthcare team, coordinating care for optimal patient outcomes.
- Assisted in emergency situations, providing support to intensive care and cardiac teams.
- Floated to SDU, ICU, and cardiac units as needed (20% of the time).
- Identified agency affiliation as not applicable. Job Type: Travel. Trauma Level: I. Number of Hospital Beds: 257.
RN - MS Tele
Sarasota Memorial Hospital
Sarasota
12.2020 - 12.2021
- Demonstrated expertise in central lines, renal wounds, telemetry, wound care, insulin management, and dialysis drips and tubes.
- Monitored patients' cardiac rhythms and vital signs using telemetry, facilitating timely interventions and enhancing patient safety.
- Provided nursing care to medical-surgical and telemetry patients, including those with complex needs.
- Managed post-operative patients, ensuring proper recovery protocols and timely interventions.
- Educated patients and families on care needs, medication regimens, and self-care after discharge.
- Collaborated with physicians and healthcare providers to coordinate comprehensive care for diverse patient populations.
- Recorded agency details for employment verification.
Education
Master of Science - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Walden University
Minneapolis , Minnesota 08.2025 - 08.2027
Bachelor of Science - Bachelors of Science In. Nursing
Keiser University
Fort Lauderdale, Florida 08.2019 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Science - Health Management Concentration On Sustainability
University of Phoenix
Phoenix , Arizona 08.2012 - 08.2013
Associate of Science - License Vocational Nursing
Air University
Montgomery , Alabama 09.2007 - 08.2012
Skills
- Telemetry Monitoring
- Dysrhythmia Interpretation
- Chest Tube Management
- Stroke Protocols
- Cardiac Drips
- EVD management
- Neuro Assessments
- Seizure Precautions
- Central Line Care
- Tracheostomy Care
- Post-Op Care
- Advanced Wound Care
- Complex Wounds
- Pain Management
- Chronic Disease Management
- Anticoagulation Monitoring
- Fall Risk Prevention
- Chest Pain Protocols
- IV Titration
- Emergency Care
- Rapid Response
- Code Blue Response
- High-volume care
- Adaptability in Care
- Supervisory Experience
- End of life care
- Swan-Ganz Monitoring
Certification
- RN, State of Texas, 1210339
- BLS-AHA
- ACLS-AIIA
Timeline
Registered Nurse stepdown
Ascension Wichita KS
06.2026 - Current
RN-Neurology and neurosurgery/MS Tele
URMC Strong Memorial Hospital
09.2025 - 01.2026
Master of Science - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Walden University
08.2025 - 08.2027
RN Medical Surgical (Float)
Wellstar North Fulton Hospital
08.2025 - 09.2025
RN Transplant burn and surgery/MS Tele
SUNY Upstate University Hospital
09.2024 - 03.2025
Registered Nurse-homehealth per diem
Family first home health
03.2024 - 05.2025
RN Med-Surg (Floated to Tele)
Iowa Methodist Medical Center
08.2023 - Current
RN-Neurology and neurosurgery/MS Tele/Inpatient Hospice Nurse
URMC Strong Memorial Hospital
11.2022 - 09.2024
RN MS Tele
Ochsner Health Center - Kenner
09.2022 - 11.2022
RN - MS Tele
Cheshire Medical Center
06.2022 - 09.2022
RN - MS Tele
Piedmont Macon Medical Center
12.2021 - 06.2022
RN - MS Tele
Sarasota Memorial Hospital
12.2020 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Science - Bachelors of Science In. Nursing
Keiser University
08.2019 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Science - Health Management Concentration On Sustainability
University of Phoenix
08.2012 - 08.2013
Associate of Science - License Vocational Nursing
Air University
09.2007 - 08.2012