Afolabi Adegbite
Summary
A resourceful and hardworking nursing professional well-versed in primary care. Experienced in providing compassionate care in a hospital environment. A team player with a dedicated work ethic who treats patients of all ages and specializes in delivering effective quality nursing care. Diligent and flexible with excellent communication and people skills. Able to prioritize tasks in busy settings. Performs in stressful situations and crises and interprets and applies policies and procedures with sound judgment.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Bronxcare Hospital Center
The Bronx
06.2024 - Current
- Performed comprehensive psychiatric evaluations of patients and provided medication management and psychotherapy services to individuals with mental health disorders.
- Monitored patient progress through periodic reviews of medical charts, lab results, and other relevant data sources.
- Consulted and collaborated with multidisciplinary teams and other healthcare professionals regarding complex cases or diagnoses to provide comprehensive patient care.
- Advised and educated patients and families on mental health and medical conditions, medications, or treatment plans.
ICU Staff Nurse
Bronxcare Hospital Center
The Bronx, NY
09.2022 - 06.2023
- Counseled patients' families regarding end-of-life decisions while providing emotional support, health maintenance or any other relevant topics related to their loved ones' care plan.
- Provided direct care to critically ill patients while also assisting physicians during invasive procedures such as intubations or bronchoscopies.
- Monitored cardiac rhythms on telemetry monitors; recognized arrhythmias and initiated corrective measures when necessary.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests such as EKGs, arterial blood gases, chest X-rays and lab work to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Managed ventilators, tracheostomy tubes and intravenous lines while monitoring oxygenation levels and hemodynamic parameters.
Staff Nurse (CPEP and Inpatient)
Bronxcare Hospital Center
The Bronx, NY
09.2017 - 08.2022
- Contributed to clinical research projects related to ER (psychiatry) nursing practice.
- Worked in emergency settings, interacted with law enforcement officials while evaluating and stabilizing patients who are subject to involuntary holds which often includes extensive paperwork.
- Assessed and performed triages which include the ability to evaluate and stabilize patients for diagnoses like substance abuse, eating disorders, self injury etc. Stabilizing treatment that includes medication and, in some cases, physical restraint for the safety of patients and staff.
- Coordinated, tasked and supervised nurses and ancillary staff while also collaborating with multidisciplinary healthcare specialists to devise, implement and modify plans of care defining patient outcome goals.
Travel Registered Nurse
Saint John episcopal hospital
Far Rockaway, NY
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Assisted in planning individual treatment programs in consultation with Charge Nurse, Director of Nursing, and other staff using established knowledge and resources in planning care and patient teaching.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary personnel to create, implement and manage patient care plans suiting individual needs and preferences.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care.
Travel Nurse (Inpatient Psych., Detox and Rehab)
Midhudson Regional Hospital Of Westchester Medical Center
Poughkeepsie, NY
07.2017 - 04.2021
- Monitoring and helping patients suffering from devastating physical symptoms such as withdrawal and undergoing drug rehabilitation while they adjust to life without drugs and taught them how to maintain sobriety.
- Educated patients on their health conditions, treatments, maintenance, admission, and discharge planning.
- Provided direct quality care to patients including daily assessments, charting, medication administration, and supervision of care. Attended nursing residency sessions to improve nursing skills and knowledge.
- Treated patients using pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment modalities to address various disorders, diseases and injuries.
Patient Care Technician
BronxCare Hospital Center
Bronx, NY
07.2010 - 06.2017
- Drawing blood and performing electrocardiogram on patients
- Quickly responding to crisis situations when severe mental health and behavioral issues arise.
- Assisting in clients' anger management techniques, relaxation skills, impulse control, social skills, emotional coping skills, and functional living skills.
- Coordinated patient care needs with healthcare team and delivered compassionate assistance with activities of daily living.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN02-2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
College of Mount Saint Vincent
2016
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Babcock University
Nigeria2008
Trainning
Certifications and Licenses
- Registered Nurse - July, 2017
- Nurse Practitioner In Psychiatry (New York) - May, 2023
- Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner {Across the Lifespan} - BC {ANCC} - July, 2023
Membership
American Nurses Association
Languages
English
Full Professional
Yoruba
Full Professional
Timeline
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Bronxcare Hospital Center
06.2024 - Current
ICU Staff Nurse
Bronxcare Hospital Center
09.2022 - 06.2023
Travel Registered Nurse
Saint John episcopal hospital
05.2021 - 08.2021
Staff Nurse (CPEP and Inpatient)
Bronxcare Hospital Center
09.2017 - 08.2022
Travel Nurse (Inpatient Psych., Detox and Rehab)
Midhudson Regional Hospital Of Westchester Medical Center
07.2017 - 04.2021
Patient Care Technician
BronxCare Hospital Center
07.2010 - 06.2017
Master of Science - Nursing
Walden University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
College of Mount Saint Vincent
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Babcock University
Trainning
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