Augustine Obuzor
Irving,TX
Summary
Organized and knowledgeable Registered Nurse experienced in treating and caring for patients. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with doctors to maintain top-notch healthcare practices.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Millwood Hospital
Arlington, TX
03.2024 - Current
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Developed discharge plans that included post-discharge follow up appointments with psychiatrists or therapists.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Provided direct patient care for patients suffering from mental health disorders such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder and schizophrenia.
- Monitored patient progress during their course of treatment by assessing changes in behavior or mood symptoms.
- Assessed risk factors associated with mental illness and provided appropriate interventions to mitigate potential harm.
- Prescribed medications based on the latest evidence-based guidelines to ensure safe and effective treatments for patients.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Provided crisis intervention services when needed to deescalate situations involving agitated or violent patients.
- Advised physicians regarding the use of psychotropic medications for different diagnoses.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Avante Rehabilitation Center
Irving, TX
07.2023 - 02.2024
- Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
- Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
- Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
- Administered medications and educated patients and families on correct at-home administration.
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
- Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Provided comfort measures such as back rubs and positioning pillows for added comfort.
Health Care Assistant
Servoca Nursing & care Hertfordshire Agency
Hertford, United Kingdom
12.2021 - 11.2022
- Assisted with mobility exercises for immobile patients under direction of physical therapist or nurse.
- Administered medications orally or topically as prescribed by physician.
- Conducted research into new treatments that could improve patient outcomes.
- Helped feed residents who are unable to feed themselves due to disability or illness.
- Interacted positively with family members of patients while delivering compassionate care.
- Transported patients to different locations within the facility or to appointments outside the facility.
- Planned and served meals and snacks to patients according to prescribed diets.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
Health Care Assistant
Milestone Trust Fairburn Care Home
Bristol, United Kingdom
06.2021 - 11.2021
- Assisted with mobility exercises for immobile patients under direction of physical therapist or nurse.
- Administered medications orally or topically as prescribed by physician.
- Conducted research into new treatments that could improve patient outcomes.
- Helped feed residents who are unable to feed themselves due to disability or illness.
- Interacted positively with family members of patients while delivering compassionate care.
- Transported patients to different locations within the facility or to appointments outside the facility.
- Planned and served meals and snacks to patients according to prescribed diets.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
Registered Nurse
Venus medicare Hospital
Abuja FCT, Abuja Nigeria
07.2019 - 04.2021
- Coordinated discharge planning activities including arranging follow up appointments or referrals for additional services.
- Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
- Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
Registered Nurse
Camek Orthopedic Hospital
Abuja FCT, Abuja Nigeria
01.2018 - 07.2019
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Performed triage assessments of walk-in patients in a clinic setting.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
Education
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
Ahmadu Bello University
Zaria KD. Nigeria03-2015
GED -
Community Secondary School
Effium Nigeria01-2006
Skills
- Precepting
- Discharge coordination
- Diabetes management
- Medical assessment
- Nursing staff leadership
- Chart updating
- Team coordination
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN) license
- Basic Support Training (BLS certificate) AHA
- CNA Certifications
Websites
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Millwood Hospital
03.2024 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Avante Rehabilitation Center
07.2023 - 02.2024
Health Care Assistant
Servoca Nursing & care Hertfordshire Agency
12.2021 - 11.2022
Health Care Assistant
Milestone Trust Fairburn Care Home
06.2021 - 11.2021
Registered Nurse
Venus medicare Hospital
07.2019 - 04.2021
Registered Nurse
Camek Orthopedic Hospital
01.2018 - 07.2019
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
Ahmadu Bello University
GED -
Community Secondary School