Akosua Nachelle
Registered Nurse
Gilbert,AZ
Summary
Ambitious Board Certified Registered Nurse with exceptional background of performance. Expert in all aspects of patient care with success in working with multidisciplinary teams to create care plans focused on helping patients recover from medical or surgical procedures and manage complex mental disorders. Accomplished in leading unit-based groups to improve delivery of care and patient satisfaction. Dedicated and compassionate with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Registered Nurse
Select Medical, LTACH Division
Phoenix, AZ
02.2021 - Current
- Initiates an ongoing systematic assessment of the physical, emotional, social, educational, and functional needs of the patients/families through an interview, observation, and physical examination
- Receives admissions and transfers to the unit and completes nursing database within 24 hours
- Interprets assessment data and information to develop a nursing care plan which contains problem identification, nursing diagnosis, nursing orders, approaches-, interventions-, short- and long-term goals, and discharge planning
- Develops nursing care plan utilizing nursing diagnosis, assesses safety and fall risk levels for patients
- Provides nursing care to meet patients’ needs
- Performs a complete head-to-toe assessment of each assigned patient per shift using proper documentation tools
- Acts promptly on changes in patient condition, utilizing SBAR method, review lab, and test results, notifying physician of abnormal and critical results
- Performs wound care in accordance with policy, utilizing proper documentation tools, and performs basic ventilator management and troubleshooting
- Demonstrate skills in handling emergency and life-threatening situations locating and using crash cart items, calling code Blue and medical emergency and initiating CPR, follow P&P and DNR
- Assures that medication and I.V administration are correct and according to the established nursing policies and procedures
- Administered as ordered, and evaluates the effectiveness of PRN medications
- Assures that medical orders are transcribed and processed accurately and integrated into the medical care plan into the provision of nursing care
- Participates as a productive member of the interdisciplinary team in the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of rehabilitation goals
- Teaches and counsels patients and families and makes referrals to appropriate resource personnel when needed
- Demonstrates documentation for functional training visits, and documents patient, family, and significant other teachings.
Specimen Processor/Phlebotomist
St. Joseph’s Hospital
St. Paul, MN
08.2019 - 01.2020
- Performed accurate and timely entry of laboratory test requests
- Operates laboratory computer system and executes computer job stream
- Performed accurate and timely collection and processing of specimens in the section assigned
- Maintained knowledge of and complies with all relevant laws, regulations, policies, procedures, and standards, and actively participated in creating and implementing improvements
- Performed specimen processing and collection to ensure accurate and appropriate patient testing performance while maintaining patient dignity, comfort, and confidentiality
- Reviewed, followed, and understood established laboratory quality assurance and quality control procedures
- Recognized, investigated, and resolved unusual order(s) and test requests
- Organized work such that time deadlines are consistently met and can adjust work schedules in response to STAT or unusual requests, including expected turnaround times
- Performed and documented maintenance and troubleshooting procedures on laboratory equipment.
Direct Support Professional
Mount Olivet Rolling Acres
Eden Prairie, MN
01.2019 - 08.2019
- Helped patients with daily activities, accompanying them to doctor appointments, cooking and serving meals, performing light housekeeping duties, running errands, and providing companionship
- Worked to improve, enrich, and respect the lives of individuals with developmental, physical, and mental disabilities
- Developed and implement behavioral management care plans and Supervised individuals with their activities of daily life
- Maintained accurate case management reports and developed and implement plans for individuals to achieve greater independence, daily goals, and community integration
- Assisted with day-by-day operations of the residence in accordance with regulatory requirements, agency policy, and quality program standards.
Direct Care
Kayd Homecare
Bismarck, ND
07.2017 - 01.2019
- Provided aid to individuals with disabilities or chronic illnesses who needed assistance
- Assisted individuals with their daily living, and provide safety and comfort
- Provided service to people with basic tasks such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and eating
- Properly documented daily activities/goals/outcomes
- Memorized person-specific plans, as well as personal medical details about each person, cared for and properly handled and rendered medication to clients with moderate to severe disorders
- Taught individuals with disabilities the importance of having a strong work ethic during their hours of employment
- Watched and cared for clients with severe disabilities that can or may cause harm to themselves or others
- Collaborated with staff and management monthly to improve the lives of the clients in our organization.
Phlebotomist
CHI St. Alexius Health
Bismarck, ND
06.2017 - 01.2019
- Properly identified patients and correctly use phlebotomy methods (e.g., venipuncture, skin puncture)
- Knowledgeable of legal requirements about drawing blood, handling fluid samples, and using appropriate medical equipment and material
- Provided a wide range of laboratory services, including specimen collection, client service, reception desk duties, and orders
- Followed physician’s orders to draw the correct amount of blood for each test requested
- Accurately identified each patient before the draw
- Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepare them for lab testing
- Worked with patients ranging from infants to the elderly and in different parts of the hospital, including, but not limited to, the Emergency Department and Psychiatric Unit
- Practiced infection control standards always when working with patients and equipment
- Practiced proper patient identification using HIPPA regulations
- Centrifuged blood, take vitals, charted, roomed patients, and collect urine, using Microsoft word/Laptop
- Used INR machine for the coagulation time of blood (PT and PTT), Handled biohazard material.
Environmental Services Associate
CHI St. Alexius Health
Dickinson, ND
03.2015 - 07.2017
- Cleaned patient rooms and other spaces, disinfected various items, collected soiled linen and changed beds, discarded waste, and cleaned operating floors
- Kept the hospital and its environment clean and cleaned isolation rooms
- Kept outpatient rooms clean and see to it that admission and discharge rooms are always meticulously cleaned
- Correctly used cleaning chemicals and equipment and utilized rules of safety and work risks for self and others.
Psychiatric Nurse
Pantang Psychiatric Hospital
Accra
05.2012 - 09.2014
- Provided direct and individualized nursing care to patients based on the application of scientific nursing principles and completed physical & mental health assessments
- Administered prescribed medications, making constant adjustments commensurate with a patient's condition under the supervision of qualified medical staff
- Developed care plans for patients, helping them be as independent as possible, administered and monitored treatment regimens, monitored treatment regimens, observed and reported behavioral changes, maintained control of drugs and medications, and helped patients improve their coping abilities
- Worked with patients’ families to help improve the patient’s abilities and helped them deal with family members’ mental illnesses
- Recorded all care information concisely, accurately, and completely, in a timely manner, in the appropriate format, and on the appropriate forms
- Consulted with psychiatrists and other behavioral health staff in designing appropriate treatment plans for clients
- Made nursing diagnoses of the medical and emotional status of patients and recommends treatment options.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Central University
Ghana 09.2008 - 12.2012
COURSEWORK Observation Methods Pharmaceuticals Oncology Basic Life Support (BLS) Certified Exp.10/ - undefined
ACLS – Exp. - undefined
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certified Exp.10/ - undefined
Skills
CERTIFICATIONNSTeam LeadershipSpecimen preparationVenipunctureBedside Monitoring and Assessment
Patient and family advocacy
Intravenous therapy
Preventive health
Collecting vitals
Tracheostomy Care
Oxygen saturation standards
Medical evaluation
Medical office administration
OSHA safety expert
Data Collection
Direct Patient Care
Call triaging
Medical laboratory procedures
Care Plan Development
Feeding assistance
Family advocacy
Emotional intelligence
Patient check-ins
Patient Management
Insulin medication assistance
Administering immunizations
Setting up referrals
Emergency Procedures
Removing sutures
Breastfeeding education
Physical assessments
[Type] regulatory compliance
Supply restocking
Palliative care awareness
[Type] care planning
At-risk patient care
Neurology awareness
Shared governance
Lab result interpretation
Diagnosing [Type] illnesses
Procedure preparations
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Select Medical, LTACH Division
02.2021 - Current
Specimen Processor/Phlebotomist
St. Joseph’s Hospital
08.2019 - 01.2020
Direct Support Professional
Mount Olivet Rolling Acres
01.2019 - 08.2019
Direct Care
Kayd Homecare
07.2017 - 01.2019
Phlebotomist
CHI St. Alexius Health
06.2017 - 01.2019
Environmental Services Associate
CHI St. Alexius Health
03.2015 - 07.2017
Psychiatric Nurse
Pantang Psychiatric Hospital
05.2012 - 09.2014
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Central University
09.2008 - 12.2012