Aloysius Umezinwa
Registered Nurse
Union,NJ
Summary
Well-educated Telemetry Nurse gifted in monitoring patient vital signs and managing pain. Valuable asset to healthcare organizations and known patient advocate. Promoting dynamic listening, patient charting and physician interaction skills.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
5
5
Certifications
3
3
Languages
Work History
Telemetry Registered Nurse
Newark Birth Isreasl Medical Center
Newark, NJ
01.2024 - Current
- Administered heart and blood pressure medication to cardiac patients as prescribed by physicians.
- Observed patient health and side effects from treatments and medications, noting all details in patient chart.
- Utilized specialized equipment to track and monitor patients' vital signs in A6 unit.
- Collaborated across disciplines to coordinate disposition, referral and psychosocial support needs.
- Performed hourly rounds on 34-bed floor to monitor equipment function and lead placement.
- Provided patients with information on such subjects as side effects from medications and benefits of proper nutrition to help promote better outcomes.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Enhanced patient care by accurately interpreting cardiac monitor readings and promptly reporting critical findings to healthcare team.
- Promoted culture of continuous improvement within telemetry unit by actively participating in quality assurance initiatives and process improvement projects.
LPN Field Nurse
Bayada Nursing
Morristown, NJ
01.2015 - 09.2021
- Dispensed and administered patients' medications following care plans and physician's orders.
- Interpreted lab results and followed physicians orders to prescribe medications or other treatments.
- Assessed patients by observing and recording vital signs, gathering specimens and reviewing lab test results.
- Worked closely with healthcare staff to devise personalized care plans adaptive to changing patient needs by detailing treatment methods, dosage and duration.
- Provided exceptional patient care by meeting physical, psychological, and overall care requirements to support daily living needs and independence.
- Collaborated with insurance companies to help patients receive prescribed medications and services.
- Educated patients and caregivers on disease processes, medications, plans of care and individualized treatment plans.
- Complied with applicable legal requirements for HIPAA and documentation standards.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Reduced hospital readmission rates by closely monitoring patients'' progress and executing effective care plans
- Managed complex wound care for improved healing rates and reduced infection risk.
LPN Field Nurse
Aveenna Healthcare
CLARK, NJ
09.2014 - 08.2021
- Dispensed and administered patients' medications following care plans and physician's orders.
- Assessed patients by observing and recording vital signs, gathering specimens and reviewing lab test results.
- Worked closely with healthcare staff to devise personalized care plans adaptive to changing patient needs by detailing treatment methods, dosage and duration.
- Provided exceptional patient care by meeting physical, psychological, and overall care requirements to support daily living needs and independence.
- Complied with State Department of Health by completing required forms and entering in computer database.
- Organized and updated patient charts and records by reporting vitals, medical history, treatment plans, current medications, medication reactions, allergies and health status information.
- Educated patients and caregivers on disease processes, medications, plans of care and individualized treatment plans.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Helped patients complete bathing, dressing and eating.
Cardiac Monitor Technician
RWJBarnabas Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center.
01.2021 - 06.2021
- Adjusted pacemakers, AICD and loop monitors with commitment to efficiency, data quality and overall comfort of patients.
- Closely monitored patient condition during tests and alerted cardiac nurse if patient became stressed or conditioned worsened.
- Monitored patients' heart rhythms and functions through cardiac monitoring strips.
- Identified and documented data trends of pacers and AICDs, analyzing results and reporting issues.
- Transcribed patient results and entered into office electronic recording system.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to maintain quality patient care.
- Maintained accurate and detailed records of patient information and treatments.
- Cleaned and sterilized equipment after each appointment, changed batteries and checked for malfunctions.
- Interpreted tests and identified arrhythmias and heart abnormalities on patient's EKG and reported to cardiologist.
- Adhered to cleaning protocol for EKG machine, Holter cables and accessories to provide safe environment.
LPN Field Nurse
Alaris Health Care
11.2010 - 08.2014
- Dispensed and administered patients' medications following care plans and physician's orders.
- Interpreted lab results and followed physicians orders to prescribe medications or other treatments.
- Assessed patients by observing and recording vital signs, gathering specimens and reviewing lab test results.
- Worked closely with healthcare staff to devise personalized care plans adaptive to changing patient needs by detailing treatment methods, dosage and duration.
- Provided exceptional patient care by meeting physical, psychological, and overall care requirements to support daily living needs and independence.
- Supervised and monitored LPNs and CNAs daily to provide essential training.
- Organized and updated patient charts and records by reporting vitals, medical history, treatment plans, current medications, medication reactions, allergies and health status information.
- Educated patients and caregivers on disease processes, medications, plans of care and individualized treatment plans.
- Reviewed all medicines to identify possible adverse reactions, significant side effects, drug allergies and contraindicated medications.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Provided diagnosis information, treatment possibilities, disease management tips and wound care advice to patients, loved ones and caregivers.
- Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
New Jersey City University
Jersey City, NJ 08.2020 - 08.2021
Certified Cardiac Monitor Telemetry Technician - Certified Cardiac Monitor Telemetry Technician:
New Educare Institute of Healthcare
Newark, NJ 01.2020 - 07.2020
Licensed Practical Nurse - Licensed Practical Nurse
Merritt School of Allied Health
Harrison, NJ 01.2009 - 07.2010
Skills
Pain Control
Care Planning
Patient Care
Patient Education
Telemetry Monitoring
Wound Care
Documentation
Tracheostomy Care
Blood Draw and Sample Collection
Home Care
Test Interpretations
Certification
Registered Nurse.
Timeline
Telemetry Registered Nurse
Newark Birth Isreasl Medical Center
01.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse.
10-2023
Cardiac Monitor Technician
RWJBarnabas Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center.
01.2021 - 06.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
New Jersey City University
08.2020 - 08.2021
Certified Cardiac Monitor Telemetry Technician
04-2020
Certified Cardiac Arrhythmia Technician
04-2020
Certified BLS (AHA).
04-2020
Certified Cardiac Monitor Telemetry Technician - Certified Cardiac Monitor Telemetry Technician:
New Educare Institute of Healthcare
01.2020 - 07.2020
LPN Field Nurse
Bayada Nursing
01.2015 - 09.2021
LPN Field Nurse
Aveenna Healthcare
09.2014 - 08.2021
LPN Field Nurse
Alaris Health Care
11.2010 - 08.2014
License Practical Nurse.
08-2010
Licensed Practical Nurse - Licensed Practical Nurse
Merritt School of Allied Health
01.2009 - 07.2010