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EMAIL AVAILABLEPHONE NUMBER AVAILABLECareer SummaryI am a highly dedicated and motivated Registered Nurse with wealth of experience in Behavioral health, Medical surgical, respiratory vent, rehabilitation, Primary care, and acute care skills. Health promotion planning, implementation, evaluation and maintaining of patients in all stages of ill-health is the focus of my practice.Authorized to work in the US for any employerWork ExperienceShift Supervisor MSN, RNDBH/CPEP - Washington, DCDecember 2023 to PresentKey management official within the Office of the Chief Nursing Officer with responsibility for performing broad management functions in the areas of fiscal management, personnel management, clinical oversight, strategic planning, and education and research in addition to managing all nursing services and exercising twenty-four hour accountability for assigned unit(s) with responsibility for the operation of all clinical and administrative aspects of the units. Participates with the Chief Nursing Executive and the Assistant Directors for nursing to ensure that nursing services are provided in a cost-effective manner which maximizes employee skills and minimizes extraneous expenses such as employee overtime and the use of contract nurses. Assists the CNO in establishing objectives and resources. Assists the CNO in consultation, develop the deadlines, projects, and work to be done. Exercises 24 hour per day, 7 day per week accountability and in doing so is responsible for the planning and carrying out of work, resolving problems, maximizing the use of available resources, minimizing costs and coordinating the work with others as necessary. Responsible for the quality and effectiveness of nursing care delivered in their house. Keeps the CNO informed of progress and potential problems. Work performed is evaluated in terms of feasibility, overall effectiveness, and results achieved. Conducts staff meetings on procedural issues.Meets individually with nursing staff as needed on any shift, to review treatment and nursing care rehabilitation goals.Serves as resource person to professional and non-professional staff providing technical and clinical guidance, as necessary, and working individually with staff on all shifts to develop clinical skills through on-the-job training and the identification of relevant coursework Registered Nurse (RN) Charge NurseMedStar Washington Hospital Center - Washington, DC March 2023 to PresentProvides care for patients utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning, intervention, implementation, and evaluation. The Med/Surge RN collaborates with other professional disciplines to ensure effective patient care delivery and achievement of desired patient outcomes. Consults and coordinates with health care team members to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care plans. Prepares and administers (orally, subcutaneously, through an IV) and records prescribed medications. Reports adverse reactions to medications or treatments in accordance with the policy regarding the administration of medications by a licensed registered nurse. Educates patients on surgical procedures. Records patients medical information and vital signs. Monitors and adjusts specialized equipment used on patients, and interprets and records electronic displays. Initiates corrective action whenever the patient displays adverse symptomatology. Provides bedside care for a wide variety of medical patients, including pre- and postsurgery patients. Initiates patient education plan, as prescribed by physician. Teaches patients and significant others how to manage their illness/injury, by explaining: post-treatment home care needs. Changes dressings, inserts catheters, starts IVs. Prepares equipment and aids physician during examination and treatment of patient. Responds to life-saving situations based upon nursing standards and protocol. Participates in discharge planning. Records all care information concisely, accurately and completely, in a timely manner, in the appropriate format and on the appropriate forms. Other duties as may be assigned.Registered Nurse/Charge NurseMedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center - Clinton, MD March 2017 to December 2023Assessing and talking to patients about their problems and discussing the best way to plan and deliver their care. Building relationships with patients to encourage trust, while listening to and interpreting their needs and concerns. Ensuring the correct administration of medication, including injections, and monitoring the results of treatment. Responding to distressed patients in a non-threatening manner and attempting to understand the source of distress. Applying 'de-escalation' techniques to help people manage their emotions and behavior. Preparing and participating in group and/or one-to-one therapy sessions, both individually and with other health professionals. Providing evidence-based individual therapy, such as cognitive behavior therapy for depression and anxiety. Organizing social events aimed at developing patients' social skills and helping to reduce feelings of isolation. Preparing and maintaining patient records and producing care plans and risk assessments. Ensuring that the legal requirements appropriate to a particular setting or group of patients are observed. Working with patients' families and caregivers, helping to educate them and the patient about their mental health problems. Registered Nurse/Charge NurseUniversity of Maryland Laurel Regional Hospital - Laurel, MD January 2017 to January 2023Assessing and talking to patients about their problems and discussing the best way to plan and deliver their care. Building relationships with patients to encourage trust, while listening to and interpreting their needs and concerns. Ensuring the correct administration of medication, including injections, and monitoring the results of treatment. Responding to distressed patients in a non-threatening manner and attempting to understand the source of distress. Applying 'de-escalation' techniques to help people manage their emotions and behavior. Preparing and participating in group and/or one-to-one therapy sessions, both individually and with other health professionals. Providing evidence-based individual therapy, such as cognitive behavior therapy for depression and anxiety. Organizing social events aimed at developing patients' social skills and helping to reduce feelings of isolation. Preparing and maintaining patient records and producing care plans and risk assessments. Ensuring that the legal requirements appropriate to a particular setting or group of patients are observed. Working with patients' families and caregivers, helping to educate them and the patient about their mental health problems. Registered NursePsychiatric Institute of Washington - Washington, DC May 2016 to 2017Assessing and talking to patients about their problems and discussing the best way to plan and deliver their care. Building relationships with patients to encourage trust, while listening to and interpreting their needs and concerns. Ensuring the correct administration of medication, including injections, and monitoring the results of treatment. Responding to distressed patients in a non-threatening manner and attempting to understand the source of distress. Applying 'de-escalation' techniques to help people manage their emotions and behavior. Preparing and participating in group and/or one-to-one therapy sessions, both individually and with other health professionals. Providing evidence-based individual therapy, such as cognitive behavior therapy for depression and anxiety. Organizing social events aimed at developing patients' social skills and helping to reduce feelings of isolation. Preparing and maintaining patient records and producing care plans and risk assessments. Ensuring that the legal requirements appropriate to a particular setting or group of patients are observed. Working with patients' families and caregivers, helping to educate them and the patient about their mental health problems. RN Staff NurseAshbury Methodist at Home - Gaithersburg, MDJuly 2015 to February 2016Home visit admission and discharges with OASIS documentation expertise. Specialized in PICC-line care, blood draws and PICC-line removal. IV medication administration using Home pump infusion system. Supervision of Licensed Practical Nurses, Nursing Assistants. Home Chemotherapy infusion and take downs with follow up visits.Registered NurseAshbury Methodist at Home - Gaithersburg, MDJuly 2015 to February 2016Home visit admission and discharges with OASIS documentation expertise. Specialized in PICC-line care, blood draws and PICC-line removal. IV medication administration using Home pump infusion system. Supervision of Licensed Practical Nurses, Nursing Assistants. Home Chemotherapy infusion and take downs with follow up visits.RN Staff NurseThe Village At Rockville - Rockville, MDMarch 2014 to February 2016Supervision of Licensed Practical Nurses, Nursing Assistants, medication administration (orally, intravenously, subcutaneously, intramuscularly), care of patients on oxygen therapy, care of patient with gastro esophageal tubes, tracheotomy care, patient assessments, lab interpretations, wound care, performed suture removals, care plans, documentation, admissions, discharges, patient education and unit preceptor.Registered NurseThe Village At Rockville - Rockville, MDMarch 2014 to February 2016Supervision of Licensed Practical Nurses, Nursing Assistants, medication administration (orally, intravenously, subcutaneously, intramuscularly), care of patients on oxygen therapy, care of patient with gastro esophageal tubes, tracheotomy care, patient assessments, lab interpretations, wound care, performed suture removals, care plans, documentation, admissions, discharges, patient education and unit preceptor.Registered NurseFuture Care Pineview - Clinton, MDAugust 2015 to 2016Supervision of Licensed Practical Nurses, Nursing Assistants, medication administration (orally, intravenously, subcutaneously, intramuscularly), care of patients on oxygen therapy, care of patient with gastro esophageal tubes, tracheotomy care, patient assessments, lab interpretations, wound care, performed suture removals, care plans, documentation, admissions, discharges, patient education. Comfortable working with patients on artificial ventilation. Licensed Practical Nurse to Registered NurseFriends Nursing Home, Sandy Spring - Sandy Spring, MD May 2011 to June 2014Supervision of Licensed Practical Nurses, Nursing Assistants, medication administration (orally, intravenously, subcutaneously, intramuscularly), care of patients on oxygen therapy, care of patient with gastro esophageal tubes, tracheotomy care, patient assessments, lab interpretations, wound care, performed suture removals, care plans, documentation, admissions, discharges, patient education and unit preceptor.Licensed Practical NurseChesapeake Home Healthcare - Upper Marlboro, MDMay 2009 to February 2013Pediatric Care; Tracheotomy care. Mickey button G-tube care. G- Tube Feeding and Medication Administration. Chest Pulmonary Therapy care. Oxygen and Nebulizer treatment care. Patient assessment and unit preceptor.Licensed Practical NurseKnollwood of DC - Washington, DCApril 2009 to 2013Supervision of Nursing Assistants, medication administration (orally, intravenously, subcutaneously, intramuscularly), care of patients on oxygen therapy, care of patient with gastro esophageal tubes, tracheotomy care, patient assessments, lab interpretations, wound care, performed suture removals, care plans, documentation, admissions, discharges, patient education and unit preceptor. Licensed Practical NurseHebrew Home of Greater Washington - Rockville, MDNovember 2007 to February 2009Supervision of Nursing Assistants, medication administration (orally, intravenously, subcutaneously, intramuscularly), care of patients on oxygen therapy, care of patient with gastro esophageal tubes, tracheotomy care, patient assessments, lab interpretations, wound care, performed suture removals, care plans, documentation, admissions, discharges, patient education and unit preceptor. Licensed Practical NurseSpring brook Adventist - Silver Spring, MDJune 2006 to November 2007Interim Unit Manger (6 months), medication administration, patient assessment and collection of data, wound care, G-tube and tracheotomy care, documentation, care plans, IV therapies, admissions, discharges, care of post surgical patients, patient education. Licensed Practical NurseNorthwest Healthcare Center Washington DC - Washington, DC January 2002 to December 2006Supervision of Nursing Assistants, medication administration (orally, intravenously, subcutaneously, intramuscularly), care of patients on oxygen therapy, care of patient with gastro esophageal tubes, tracheotomy care, patient assessments, lab interpretations, wound care, performed suture removals, care plans, documentation, admissions, discharges, patient education and unit preceptor. EducationMaster of Science in Nursing in NursingChamberlain College of Nursing - Addison, IL2016 to 2018Bachelor of Science in NursingChamberlain College of Nursing - Addison, IL2014 to 2015Associate Degree in NursingPrince Georges Community College - Largo, MD2011 to 2013Pre-Nursing in NursingMountain State University - Martinsburg, WV2009 to 2011Diploma in Practical NursingVMT Education Center - Washington, DC2003 to 2004Bachelor of Arts in English LiteratureUniversity of Jos, Plateau State - nigeria1992 to 1997Skills Primary care Nursing Acute care Critical care experience EMR Systems Medication Administration Vital Signs Hospital Experience Tube Feeding Experience Administering Injections Epic Motivational Interviewing Crisis Intervention Behavioral Health Venipuncture Cerner Supervising Experience Nurse ManagementCertifications and LicensesRNBLS CertificationACLS CertificationAssessmentsClinical judgment ProficientFebruary 2022Assessing a patient's condition and implementing the appropriate medical intervention Full results: ProficientIndeed Assessments provides skills tests that are not indicative of a license or certification, or continued development in any professional field. |
