Timaj Zakaria

Experienced Registered Nurse with a strong foundation in patient care and medication administration, specializing in transplant and hepatology. Skilled in collaboration, patient education, and clinical documentation, ready to bring expertise in direct patient care and task prioritization to a new team. Committed to advancing healthcare outcomes and supporting patient recovery.

Compassionate individual highly skilled in developing and implementing patient-care plans, administering medication, and monitoring and recording patient progress. Adept at collaborating with healthcare professionals to ensure quality and continuity of care. Committed to promoting optimal health and improving quality of life for patients.

REGISTERED NURSE, TRANSPLANT/HEPATOLOGY IMC UNIT - Medstar Georgetown University Hospital - Washington, DC

(2024-02)

Possess a strong foundation in intermediate nursing care, with advanced critical thinking and clinical judgment skills. Excel in patient assessment, medication administration, and the ability to interpret and analyze medical data. Bring strong communication, teamwork, and organizational skills, collaborating effectively with physicians, specialists, and support staff to deliver well-rounded patient care.

• Delivering hands-on patient care, guiding patients and their families through the complexities of the transplant process and recovery. Collaborating with a diverse team of surgeons, physicians, pharmacists, and social workers to design and implement comprehensive care strategies.
• Providing direct patient care, educating patients and their families about the complexities of the transplant procedure and post-operative care.
• Closely observing patients for any signs of organ rejection, infection, or other issues, while administering medications, managing symptoms, and offering ongoing support and education to both patients and their families.
• Educated patients and families on treatment plans, medication management, and post-discharge care, fostering better understanding and compliance with health regimens.

NURSING STUDENT - EXTERNSHIP IMCU - Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center - Woodbridge, US

(2023-06 - 2023-07)

• Performed detailed patient assessments, including vital sign measurements and medication administration.
• Worked under direct supervision of RN to provide bedside care, treatments, and clinical documentation for patients.
• Answered patient call signals to determine patients' needs.
• Established positive relationships with fellow healthcare workers through effective communication techniques.
• Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.

STUDENT NURSE - PEDS ROTATION - Mason and partners (MAP) clinic - Manassas, VA

(2023-04 - 2023-05)

• Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress, and medication side effects.
• Partnered with registered nurses to perform specified patient care in an accredited school of nursing in good standing to pursue a healthcare career.
• Observed nurse administration of oral, intramuscular, and IV medications to patients as prescribed, monitoring responses for adverse reactions.
• Helped to take patient history and fill the school forums for the patients.
• Administered intramuscular and subcutaneous immunization.

NURSING STUDENT - OB ROTATION - Inova Alexandria Hospital - Alexandria, VA

(2023-02 - 2023-03)

• Measured and recorded blood pressure, temperature, and respirations.
• Supported patients with basic functions of eating and walking.
• Promoted open communication and honored patient rights and confidentiality.
• Assisted medical team with procedures.
• Employed knowledge of sanitation and infection control to optimize customer care and services.

NURSING STUDENT - PSYCH ROTATION - Inova Mount Vernon Hospital - Alexandria, VA

(2023-01 - 2023-02)

• Supported patients with basic functions of eating and walking.
• Observed nurse administration of oral, intramuscular, and IV medications to patients as prescribed, monitoring responses for adverse reactions.
• Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors, and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.

NURSING STUDENT - MED SURG - Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center - Woodbridge, VA

(2022-09 - 2022-12)

• Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress, and medication side effects.
• Partnered with registered nurses to perform specified patient care activities.
• Supported patients with basic functions of eating and walking.
• Responded to patient needs and special requests.
• Measured and recorded blood pressure, temperature, and respiration.
• Observed nurse administration of oral, intramuscular, and IV medications to patients as prescribed, monitoring responses for adverse reactions.

PHARMACIST - Al Hikma Pharmacy - Djibouti, Djibouti

(2012-10 - 2015-12)

• Provided excellent customer service by assisting customers with medical-related issues and providing healthcare counseling.
• Consulted with patients to explain medication use, side effects and dosage directions as prescribed.
• Recommended over-the-counter medications for patients after assessing symptoms.
• Promoted health and well-being of patients by administering flu immunizations.
• Compounded, packaged, labeled and dispensed medications.
• Established clear and effective customer service policies to increase satisfaction and pharmacy loyalty.

PHARMACIST - St Paul Hospital - Addis Ababa, Addis Ababa

(2011-01 - 2012-03)

• Checked prescriptions for proper contents and labeling.
• Consulted with patients to explain medication use, side effects and dosage directions as prescribed.
• Provided excellent customer service by assisting customers with medical-related issues and providing healthcare counseling.
• Compounded, packaged, labeled and dispensed medications.
• Established clear and effective customer service policies to increase satisfaction and pharmacy loyalty.

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN NURSING - Nursing - George Mason University (2023-08)

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN PHARMACY - Pharmacy - Atlas College of Health Science