Agnes Anosike
2013 Jeanine Drive, Anna,TX
Summary
Proactive Charge Nurse - PCU/Stroke Unit with extensive experience in staff training, care coordination, and clinical leadership. Skilled in medication administration, patient assessment, and fostering a positive work culture. Bringing comprehensive knowledge of patient care management, mentoring new nurses, and collaborating with healthcare teams for optimized patient outcomes.
Knowledgeable with solid history of managing nursing teams in high-pressure environments. Successfully led initiatives to improve patient care and streamline operations. Demonstrated expertise in critical decision-making and effective team leadership.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Charge Nurse - PCU
Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas
08.2019 - Current
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
- Mentored and supervised junior nurses, fostering a supportive and professional work environment.
- Championed a positive work culture by recognizing exemplary performance from team members and addressing conflicts promptly when they arose.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient information, enabling informed decision-making among the healthcare team members.
- Reduced medication errors by establishing stringent medication administration procedures.
- Streamlined nursing workflows for increased efficiency and improved patient outcomes.
- Optimized patient satisfaction through timely response to concerns and effective communication among staff members.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide quality patient care.
Staff Nurse/ Charge Nurse - Stroke/Telemetry Registered Nurse
Mercy Hospital and Medical Center
02.2015 - 07.2019
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
- Mentored new nursing staff, supporting their professional growth and development.
- Assisted physicians with diagnostic procedures, ensuring accurate results for optimal treatment planning.
- Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
Staff Nurse- Rehab
Chalet Living and Rehab
01.2013 - 02.2015
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
- Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills while juggling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Educated patients on self-care management, empowering them to take an active role in their overall health and wellbeing.
- Mentored new nursing staff, supporting their professional growth and development.
Staff Nurse- Nursing Home
Continental Nursing and Rehab
10.2011 - 12.2012
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Addison, IL12-2012
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Harry S Truman College
Chicago, IL05-2011
Skills
- Decision-Making
- Care Coordination
- Clinical Leadership
- Team Leadership
- Mentoring and Coaching
- Compassionate and Patient
- Calm and Composed
Accomplishments
- Level IV NCAP nurse
Certification
- PCCN
- ACLS
- BLS
Timeline
Charge Nurse - PCU
Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas
08.2019 - Current
Staff Nurse/ Charge Nurse - Stroke/Telemetry Registered Nurse
Mercy Hospital and Medical Center
02.2015 - 07.2019
Staff Nurse- Rehab
Chalet Living and Rehab
01.2013 - 02.2015
Staff Nurse- Nursing Home
Continental Nursing and Rehab
10.2011 - 12.2012
- PCCN
- ACLS
- BLS
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Harry S Truman College
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