Adanze Asagwara
Ellicott City
Summary
Compassionate LPN skilled in medication administration, patient care, and vital signs monitoring. Committed to improving patient outcomes and ensuring HIPAA compliance.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN
Autumn Lake Healthcare
Catonsville, MD
07.2023 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to treatments.
- Assisted in developing individualized care plans for diverse patient needs.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on health management and wellness strategies.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
LPN
Autumn Lake Healthcare
Glen Burnie, MD
03.2022 - 06.2023
- Administered medications and treatments according to care plans and physician orders.
- Monitored patient vitals and reported changes to healthcare team for timely intervention.
- Assisted in wound care management, ensuring compliance with infection control protocols.
- Educated patients and families on post-discharge care and treatment options available.
- Conducted regular assessments to evaluate patient progress and adjust care plans accordingly.
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
LPN
Maxim Healthcare Serving Levendale Hebrew and Geriatric Ctr
Timonium MD
04.2022 - 09.2022
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care strategies for residents.
- Implemented process improvements that increased efficiency in daily patient care routines.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
LPN
Stan Health Services for Autumn Lake Spa Creek
Annapolis, MD
10.2021 - 04.2022
- Mentored junior nursing staff, enhancing skill development and promoting best practices.
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Mentored new nursing staff to enhance professional development opportunities within the team dynamic.
- Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
LPN
Brookdale Assisted Living
Olney, MD
10.2020 - 09.2021
- Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Educated patients and families on health promotion, disease prevention, and self-care management strategies.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Education
No Degree - Nursing Practice
Standard Health Care Services ,School of Nursing
Falls Church, VA05.2020
Skills
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
- Wound care
- Compassionate care
- Physical assessment
- Patient assessments
- Patient care
Timeline
LPN
Autumn Lake Healthcare
07.2023 - Current
LPN
Maxim Healthcare Serving Levendale Hebrew and Geriatric Ctr
04.2022 - 09.2022
LPN
Autumn Lake Healthcare
03.2022 - 06.2023
LPN
Stan Health Services for Autumn Lake Spa Creek
10.2021 - 04.2022
LPN
Brookdale Assisted Living
10.2020 - 09.2021
No Degree - Nursing Practice
Standard Health Care Services ,School of Nursing