Anita Azu
columbus,Ohio
Summary
A compassionate registered nurse with more than 10 years of experience in health care, including behavioral health, assisted living, and nursing home care settings. Expert in patient assessment, medication administration, and crisis intervention. Skilled in EHR documentation, care planning, and infection control, with a focus on safe, compassionate support during acute mental health needs. Experienced behavioral health registered nurse with a strong background in suicide risk assessment, de-escalation, and therapeutic communication. Collaborates with psychiatrists, therapists, and care teams to develop treatment plans, support discharge planning, and maintain a safe, compliant unit environment.
Overview
1
1
Certification
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Behaviral health registered nurse
Lifepoint Health
COLUMBUS, OH
09.2026 - Current
- Assessed behavioral health patients for suicide risk and safety concerns.
- Administered medications and monitored responses under Lifepoint Health nursing protocols.
- Documented patient observations in electronic health records and shift notes.
- Collaborated with psychiatrists, therapists, and care teams on treatment plans.
- Provided therapeutic communication during patient crises and emotional distress.
- Maintained safe unit environment through observation and de-escalation techniques.
- Implemented infection control measures to ensure patient safety, privacy, and behavioral health policy standards.
- Initiated crisis intervention to de-escalate situations and provide emotional support for individuals in distress.
- Established trusting relationships with clients by maintaining professional boundaries while being empathetic towards their needs.
- Advised family members on how best to support loved ones struggling with mental illness.
- Developed discharge plans that included follow up appointments with primary care physicians or psychiatrists.
- Conducted assessments, developed treatment plans and monitored progress.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress and treatment plans.
Registered Nurse
FOUNDATION HEALTH SOLUTIONS
Westerville, OH
02.2025 - Current
- Executed daily nursing duties with precision to maintain high standards of patient care.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Recorded patient progress notes in electronic medical record system, enhancing continuity of care.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate a safe, clean patient environment.
- Assessed, planned, implemented, and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Monitored patients on non-invasive ventilation (NIV) equipment, ensuring timely and accurate documentation of their condition.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies, and standards of care.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
LPN
Mohun Health Care
Columbus, OH
02.2025 - 03.2026
- Administered medications and monitored resident responses.
- Documented vital signs, symptoms, and nursing interventions in patient records.
- Conducted regular rounds to assess the status of assigned patients.
- Communicated care updates with families, physicians, and Brookdale care teams.
- Supervised daily nursing tasks and supported certified nursing assistants.
- Followed infection control procedures and maintained clean, safe resident environments.
- Assisted with admissions, transfers, and discharge planning for residents.
LPN
Brookdale Senior Living Facility
Columbus, OH
07.2021 - 02.2025
- Administered medications and monitored resident responses in the Brookdale senior living community.
- Monitored patient condition changes and promptly reported significant findings to registered nurse or physician.
- Documented vital signs, symptoms, and nursing interventions in patient records.
- Supervised nursing tasks, ensuring quality care and supporting certified nursing assistants.
- Followed infection control procedures and maintained clean, safe resident environments.
- Facilitated communication between patients, families, healthcare team members, and stakeholders regarding care plans and concerns.
State Tested Nursing Assistant
Mohun Health Care
Columbus, OH
09.2016 - 09.2020
- Assisted Mohun Health Care residents with bathing, dressing, and daily personal care
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to the nursing staff
- Provided compassionate care to individuals in need of assistance.
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
- Repositioned residents and supported safe transfers using lift equipment
- Maintained clean, organized resident rooms and common care areas
- Assisted residents during mealtime by serving food and encouraging them to eat and encouraged proper hydration for residents
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Indiana Wesleyan University
Marion, IN03-2027
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Ohio Medical Carrer College
Dayton, OH11-2024
Diploma - Nursing
American Institute of Alternate Medicine
Columbus, OH03-2018
Nursing
Alia Health Care
Columbus, OH01-2015
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Electronic health records
- Crisis intervention
- Care planning
- Infection control
- Discharge planning
Certification
- Registered nurse license, Ohio Board of Nursing, February 19, 2025
- Basic life support, American Heart Association, May 5, 2025
Timeline
Behaviral health registered nurse
Lifepoint Health
09.2026 - Current
Registered Nurse
FOUNDATION HEALTH SOLUTIONS
02.2025 - Current
LPN
Mohun Health Care
02.2025 - 03.2026
LPN
Brookdale Senior Living Facility
07.2021 - 02.2025
State Tested Nursing Assistant
Mohun Health Care
09.2016 - 09.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Indiana Wesleyan University
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Ohio Medical Carrer College
Diploma - Nursing
American Institute of Alternate Medicine
Nursing
Alia Health Care