Amalia Nangah Obi
South Holland,IL
Summary
- To obtain a Utilization Management Registered Nurse position which will allow me to use my diverse nursing experience.
- 15+ years' experience as a registered nurse.
- Proven record of reliability and responsibility.
- Remain calm and professional throughout critical incidents.
- Strong analytical skills, capable of assessing conditions and implementing appropriate intervention.
- Resourceful problem solver capable of implementing solutions to complex problems.
- Possess special sensitivity to meeting diverse needs in varied situations.
- Develop understanding with patients, family, staff and physicians.
Compassionate Registered Nurse with distinguished understanding of hospital functions. Skilled at developing comprehensive post-treatment plans with patients and doctors for quality healthcare. Committed to patient education and advocacy. Caring, hardworking and service-oriented Registered Nurse with more than 20 years of experience. Well-versed in offering evidence-based, therapeutic care. Collaborative and motivational leader with expertise in training new nursing staff while providing top-notch service to patient populations.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Providence Hospital
Chicago, IL
11.2022 - Current
- Identifies, plans, and cares for the total needs of patients taking into consideration the age specific needs of patients served in assigned area of responsibility
- Performs initial and ongoing assessment/data collection that includes consideration of biophysical, psychosocial, environmental, self-care, educational and discharge planning factors in a systematic manner
- Formulates an individualized plan of care based on patient's assessed needs, desired outcome and consideration of age-related requirements
- Implements care in knowledgeable, skillful and a safe manner based on established patient and nursing practice standards
- Evaluates effectiveness of care and revise interventions as appropriate
- Documents all nursing assessments, treatments, medications, tolerance to procedures, changes in condition, intervention and patient outcomes
- Develops, implements, and evaluates educational services/programs for patients
- Makes appropriate and timely decisions in a crisis or emergency situation
- Performs and/or directs cardio-pulmonary resuscitation activities
- Operates equipment safely and necessary for providing patient care in assigned clinical areas
- Works and communicates effectively with a variety of individuals
- Provides general direction, guidance and coordination of patient care given by other levels of nursing staff
- Applies knowledge of standard operating policies and procedures
- Demonstrates awareness of patient/family rights and ethical/legal issues
- Participates in staff orientation and staff development activities for the unit.
Registered Nurse
Ingalls Memorial Hospital
Harvey, IL
12.2021 - 11.2022
- Provided professional nursing care using the nursing process
- Developed complete a plan of care for assigned patients
- Assessed patient status and notified physicians of clinical changes
- Interacted with departments regarding patient care
- Educated patients/families on health care needs, conditions, options etc
- Scheduled patient admissions and discharges.
Registered Nurse
Interim Home Health
06.2018 - 12.2021
- Performed case manager with patient and delivery of adequate health care at homes
- Worked with physicians to implement the appropriate care for patients
- Coordinated efficient care with physical and occupational therapist for the patient
- Taught patient/family on IV infusion therapy.
Registered Nurse Gynecology
Advocate Christ Medical Center
Chicago, IL
01.2016 - 05.2018
- Performed initial patient assessments and worked with physicians to plan, implement, and evaluate plans of care for patients of all ages; managed average caseload of 5 patients
- Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics, and test results in electronic and physical medical charts
- Observed patients and actualized nursing interventions to expedite healing and recovery after surgery
- Utilized clinical expertise to remove sutures, administer medications and injections, administer IV therapy, and test glucose levels
- Performed venipuncture, and provided wound care.
Registered Nurse Gynecology / Oncology
University of Illinois Chicago, Hospital & Health Sciences System
Chicago, IL
11.2007 - 08.2017
- Records patient data prior to each physician visit, including but not limited to, vital signs, allergies, medication changes
- Completes all chemotherapy charge forms
- Assures pre-authorization and appropriate consent forms are obtained prior to administration of therapies
- Facilitates dose modification by assessing patient, assessing labs, consulting protocol or treatment plan, calculating dose, and consulting physician regarding dosage modifications, problems, and symptom management
- Performed venipuncture, accessed implanted ports and maintained central lines catheter devices
- Administered all medications/blood products using correct medication/blood product, dosage/amount, route, time and technique
- Administered chemotherapy, medications and blood products that include, but not limited to: venipuncture, central line access and infusion devices
- Documented nursing assessments, patient teaching and fluid and medication administration in the patient chart
- Acted as a resource person to the medical assistants
- Triaged patient phone calls as needed and documented relevant information in the patient's chart
- Coordinated patient care throughout the continuum in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team
- Performed direct patient care, physical assessment and consults with staff and physicians regarding finding/changes in patient condition
- Implemented patient care for up to 7 patients per section
- Scheduled patient admissions and discharges
- Interacted with departments regarding patient care
- Provided assistance to Nursing Manager in the supervision of staff nurses
- Assessed patient/family needs and provided teaching and other instructional material
- Demonstrated awareness of community resources available to patients and assisted with referrals if necessary
- Managed patient medication refill requests from the pharmacy telephone line and recorded the information in the patient chart
- Followed OSHA guidelines when handling cytotoxic agents, biohazardous waste and any other material potentially infected with a blood borne pathogen
- Participated in professional development activities and maintain professional affiliations
- Maintained patient confidentiality.
Registered Nurse Gynecology / Oncology
Northwestern Memorial Hospital
Chicago, IL
06.2004 - 01.2012
- Responsible for ensuring all adult patients with a gynecology / oncologic diagnosis to receive quality and comprehensive services
- Coordinated patient care throughout the continuum in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team
- Performed direct patient care, physical assessment and consults with staff and physicians regarding finding/changes in patient condition
- Implemented patient care for up to 7 patients per section
- Scheduled patient admissions and discharges
- Assessed patient status and notified physicians of clinical changes
- Interacted with departments regarding patient care
- Educated patients/families on health care needs, conditions, options etc
- Provided assistance to Nursing Manager in the supervision of staff nurses.
Registered Nurse
Ingalls Memorial Hospital
Harvey, IL
08.2004 - 10.2007
- Provided professional nursing care using the nursing process
- Developed complete a plan of care for assigned patients
- Assessed patient status and notified physicians of clinical changes
- Interacted with departments regarding patient care
- Educated patients/families on health care needs, conditions, options etc
- Scheduled patient admissions and discharges.
Registered Nurse
Thorek Hospital
Chicago, IL
08.2002 - 05.2004
- Implemented patient care for up to 7 patients per section
- Scheduled patient admissions and discharges
- Assessed patient status and notified physicians of clinical changes
- Interacted with departments regarding patient care
- Educated patients/families on health care needs, conditions, options etc
- Provided assistance to Nursing Manager in the supervision of staff nurses.
Charge Nurse
Birchwood Nursing and Rehab Center
Chicago, IL
12.2002 - 01.2004
- Responsible for over 30 residents in a nursing home including but not limited to assessment, evaluation, wound care, passing medications, assisted with ADL'S, and monitored vital signs.
Registered Nurse
Health care staffing plus (Agency)
Evanston, IL
06.2001 - 08.2003
- Delivered quality patient care by contributing to the nursing care-plan from admission to discharge
- Prepared assessment of patient's progress and kept family informed
- Monitored pain management procedures, participated in the discharge-planning process
- Ensured current and accurate patient documentation.
Registered Nurse
Advocate Illinois Masonic Hospital
Chicago, IL
05.1999 - 03.2002
- Delivered quality patient care by contributing to the nursing care-plan from admission to discharge
- Prepared assessment of patient's progress and kept family informed
- Monitored pain management procedures, participated in the discharge-planning process
- Ensured current and accurate patient documentation.
Registered Nurse Trach and Vent
Kindred Hospital
Chicago, IL
05.1999 - 06.2001
- Provided therapeutic relationship throughout the healthcare continuum
- Responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing care for assigned patients
- Monitored pain management procedures, participated in the discharge-planning process
- Ensured current and accurate patient documentation.
Registered Nurse
St Francis Extended Care
Evanston, IL
07.1998 - 05.1999
- Responsible for over 30 residents in a nursing home including but not limited to assessment, evaluation, wound care, passing medications, assisted with ADL'S, and monitored vital signs.
Registered Nurse
Alden Estates Nursing Home
Evanston, IL
12.1997 - 03.1999
- Responsible for over 30 residents in a nursing home including but not limited to assessment, evaluation, wound care, passing medications, assisted with ADL'S, and monitored vital signs.
Education
HOME INFUSION CERTIFICATION -
Infusion Therapy Institute
10.2017
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) -
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Associates in Science, Nursing -
Kennedy King College
Skills
- Navicare navigator
- Care Connection
- Epic Charting system
- Cerner charting system
- Power Charting
- BLS CPR
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Providence Hospital
11.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse
Ingalls Memorial Hospital
12.2021 - 11.2022
Registered Nurse
Interim Home Health
06.2018 - 12.2021
Registered Nurse Gynecology
Advocate Christ Medical Center
01.2016 - 05.2018
Registered Nurse Gynecology / Oncology
University of Illinois Chicago, Hospital & Health Sciences System
11.2007 - 08.2017
Registered Nurse
Ingalls Memorial Hospital
08.2004 - 10.2007
Registered Nurse Gynecology / Oncology
Northwestern Memorial Hospital
06.2004 - 01.2012
Charge Nurse
Birchwood Nursing and Rehab Center
12.2002 - 01.2004
Registered Nurse
Thorek Hospital
08.2002 - 05.2004
Registered Nurse
Health care staffing plus (Agency)
06.2001 - 08.2003
Registered Nurse
Advocate Illinois Masonic Hospital
05.1999 - 03.2002
Registered Nurse Trach and Vent
Kindred Hospital
05.1999 - 06.2001
Registered Nurse
St Francis Extended Care
07.1998 - 05.1999
Registered Nurse
Alden Estates Nursing Home
12.1997 - 03.1999
HOME INFUSION CERTIFICATION -
Infusion Therapy Institute
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) -
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Associates in Science, Nursing -
Kennedy King College
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