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Catherine Ogugua

Bloomfield,NJ

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage, Telemetry/Medsurge 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

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
2
2
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Subacute RN

AlarishHealth@belgrove
KEARNY, New Jersey
09.2023 - Current
  • Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
  • Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
  • Managed complex cases involving multiple diagnoses or treatments.
  • Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
  • Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
  • Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
  • Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
  • Provided direct nursing care to patients, including administering medications, wound care, and IV therapy.

Telemetry/ Med Surg RN

Newark Beth Isreal Hospital
NEWARK, New Jersey
08.2023 - Current
  • Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
  • Administered local, inhalation or intravenous anesthetics to patients undergoing procedures.
  • Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
  • Provided emotional support to families facing difficult decisions about a loved one's care.
  • Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
  • Carried out physician orders regarding tests or medication administration accurately and safely.
  • Administered prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing protocols.
  • Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions and provided home care strategies.

Nursing Student

Mountainside Hospital
Montclair, NJ
11.2023 - 12.2023
  • Learned internal controls to adhere to state and federal laws and accreditation program requirements.
  • Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
  • Monitored vital signs such as blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate, and respiration rate according to established protocols.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of infection control practices within clinical setting.

Nursing Student

CLARA MAASS MEDICAL CENTER
Belleville, NJ
01.2023 - 04.2023
  • Performed patient assessments and developed individualized care plans.
  • Measured and recorded blood pressure, temperature and respirations.
  • Observed nurse administration of oral, intramuscular, and IV medications to patients as prescribed, monitoring responses for adverse reactions.
  • Developed a plan of care based on evaluation findings.

Certified Nursing Assistant

ALARISHEALTH AT BELGROVE
KEARNY, NJ
06.2020 - 04.2023
  • Planned and served meals and snacks to patients according to prescribed diets.
  • Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
  • Shaved and draped patients to prepare for surgery, treatment or examination.
  • Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Capella University
Minneapolis, MN
01.2024 - 03.2024

Associate of Science - Nursing

Eastern International College
Jersey City, NJ
09.2021 - 05.2023

Skills

  • Chest Pain Management
  • Microsoft Office
  • Physical Assessment
  • Insulin Medication Assistance
  • Care Plan Development
  • Pain Management
  • Personal Care Needs
  • Privacy and Confidentiality
  • Monitoring Vitals
  • Basic Nursing Care
  • Basic Life Support
  • Intravenous therapy
  • Appointment Scheduling
  • Emergency Procedures
  • Medication Administration
  • Critical care
  • Diabetes and nutrition education
  • EMR / EHR
  • IV setup
  • HIPAA education
  • Home care

Certification

CERTIFIED NURSING AID

Languages

  • English
  • French

Timeline

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Capella University
01.2024 - 03.2024

Nursing Student

Mountainside Hospital
11.2023 - 12.2023

Subacute RN

AlarishHealth@belgrove
09.2023 - Current

Telemetry/ Med Surg RN

Newark Beth Isreal Hospital
08.2023 - Current

Nursing Student

CLARA MAASS MEDICAL CENTER
01.2023 - 04.2023

Associate of Science - Nursing

Eastern International College
09.2021 - 05.2023

Certified Nursing Assistant

ALARISHEALTH AT BELGROVE
06.2020 - 04.2023

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