CATHERINE ONYANGO
Dallas,TX
Summary
Dedicated and experienced Registered Nurse in various clinical settings including medical-surgical, telemetry, oncology, orthopedics, rehab, psychiatric, postpartum, ER, cardiac, trauma, transplant, COVID-19, and progressive care units. Skilled in managing a nurse-to-patient ratio of up to 1:6, with proficiency in multiple EHR systems. Proven track record of enhancing patient satisfaction rates, improving care efficiency, and successfully completing local, travel, and agency assignments. Holds active licenses in TX (compact), WA, CA, OH, MN, NY, MA, and OR, with current BLS and ACLS certifications.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse - Post Heart Catheterization Unit
Brookwood Baptist Medical Center
Birmingham, AL
04.2024 - 05.2024
- Monitored vital signs and catheter insertion site for complications, managed pain, and educated patients on post-procedure care.
Registered Nurse - Ortho Trauma
Ascension St. John Medical Center
Tulsa, OK
10.2023 - 03.2024
- Received positive patient feedback consistently.
- Maintained effective communication with peers and management.
- Exhibited effective stress management skills during demanding situations.
Registered Nurse - Medical Surgical
Norman Regional Hospital
Norman, OK
07.2023 - 11.2023
- Conducted daily nursing assessments for 6-10 patients, ensuring timely interventions and personalized care plans.
- Received recognition for remaining composed during difficult moments while upholding a professional demeanor and optimistic outlook.
Registered Nurse - Medical Surgical/Crisis
Grande Ronde Hospital
La Grande, OR
01.2023 - 03.2023
- Coordinated care with Charge Nurse and House Supervisor.
Registered Nurse - Travel/COVID-19/Medical Surgical/Tele/PCU
Medical City Healthcare
Dallas, TX
09.2008 - 02.2023
- Ensured efficient patient care delivery in various units, including those specializing in cardiac and neuro cases.
- Reduced adverse events and increased patient satisfaction scores.
Registered Nurse, MedSurg, Telemetry PCU
Mt Sinai Health Care
Manhattan, NY
01.2023 - 01.2023
- Maintained a high standard of care despite the challenges posed by nursing strike.
Registered Nurse - Psychiatric
UMMC Medical Center West Bank
Minneapolis, MN
09.2022 - 09.2022
- Executed nursing strike coverage responsibilities.
Registered Nurse - Medical Surgical/Crisis
Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center
Spokane, WA
02.2022 - 06.2022
- COVID-19 crisis response nurse.
Registered Nurse - Medical Surgical/Tele/COVID-19/Crisis
HSHS St. Anthony's Memorial Hospital
Effingham, IL
12.2021 - 01.2022
- Provided patient care in acute medical surgical/telemetry units amidst the Illinois COVID-19 crisis.
Registered Nurse - Travel/COVID-19/Vaccinator
State Of California
Los Angeles, CA
09.2021 - 10.2021
- Administered COVID-19 vaccines and supervised LVNs at clinic sites.
Registered Nurse - Travel/Medical Surgical
Louisiana Department Of Health And Hospitals
New Orleans, LA
09.2021 - 08.2021
- Provided essential healthcare support in response to Hurricane IDA.
Registered Nurse - Travel/Medical Surgical/COVID-19
Northeast Methodist Hospital
San Antonio, TX
01.2021 - 03.2021
- Managed patient oxygen levels during COVID-19 crisis.
Registered Nurse - Travel/Medical Surgical/COVID-19
Ascension St. Elizabeth Hospital
Appleton, WI
09.2020 - 11.2020
- Improved infection control practices during COVID-19 crisis.
Registered Nurse - Medical Surgical/Tele
LifeCare Hospitals of Dallas
Dallas, TX
08.2018 - 11.2020
- Provided skilled nursing care to adults with complex medical needs.
Registered Nurse - Travel/Medical Surgical/COVID-19
Adventist HealthCare
Takoma Park, MD
06.2020 - 08.2020
- Provided support for patients experiencing unstable conditions during their discharge process.
- Supported in executing rehab nursing duties specifically tailored for COVID-19 stroke patients.
Registered Nurse - Psychiatric Health
Haven Behavioral Health Hospital
Frisco, TX
10.2018 - 09.2019
- Delivered psychiatric care to adult and geriatric patients.
- Conducted continuous comprehensive assessments and effectively intervened in crisis situations.
Graduate RN
Paloma Home Health Agency
Dallas, TX
11.2016 - 05.2018
- Managed chronic conditions and provided education to adult and geriatric patients in a home health setting.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nursing
Dallas College
05.2016
Diploma in Nursing - Licensed Vocational Nursing
Dallas College
05.2004
Skills
- Float nurse
- Teamwork
- Critical thinking
- Problem-solving
- Electronic Health Records (EPIC, MEDITECH, CERNER)
- Bilingual in English & Swahili
Certification
- ACLS (AHA) - Renew 08/2025
- BLS (AHA) - Renew 05/2026
- WCN-C (OWCNAHP) - Renew 06/2026
- Registered Nurse: Texas Compact (#952020), California (#95303278), Massachusetts (#RN2372009), Minnesota (#2508268), New York (#859321), Ohio (#513732), Oregon (#10004461), Washington (#RN61288443)
Hobbies and Interests
Interior decorating and organizing, which require attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to create harmonious environments lend skills that are valuable in healthcare settings.
Timeline
Registered Nurse - Post Heart Catheterization Unit
Brookwood Baptist Medical Center
04.2024 - 05.2024
Registered Nurse - Ortho Trauma
Ascension St. John Medical Center
10.2023 - 03.2024
Registered Nurse - Medical Surgical
Norman Regional Hospital
07.2023 - 11.2023
Registered Nurse, MedSurg, Telemetry PCU
Mt Sinai Health Care
01.2023 - 01.2023
Registered Nurse - Medical Surgical/Crisis
Grande Ronde Hospital
01.2023 - 03.2023
Registered Nurse - Psychiatric
UMMC Medical Center West Bank
09.2022 - 09.2022
Registered Nurse - Medical Surgical/Crisis
Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center
02.2022 - 06.2022
Registered Nurse - Medical Surgical/Tele/COVID-19/Crisis
HSHS St. Anthony's Memorial Hospital
12.2021 - 01.2022
Registered Nurse - Travel/COVID-19/Vaccinator
State Of California
09.2021 - 10.2021
Registered Nurse - Travel/Medical Surgical
Louisiana Department Of Health And Hospitals
09.2021 - 08.2021
Registered Nurse - Travel/Medical Surgical/COVID-19
Northeast Methodist Hospital
01.2021 - 03.2021
Registered Nurse - Travel/Medical Surgical/COVID-19
Ascension St. Elizabeth Hospital
09.2020 - 11.2020
Registered Nurse - Travel/Medical Surgical/COVID-19
Adventist HealthCare
06.2020 - 08.2020
Registered Nurse - Psychiatric Health
Haven Behavioral Health Hospital
10.2018 - 09.2019
Registered Nurse - Medical Surgical/Tele
LifeCare Hospitals of Dallas
08.2018 - 11.2020
Graduate RN
Paloma Home Health Agency
11.2016 - 05.2018
Registered Nurse - Travel/COVID-19/Medical Surgical/Tele/PCU
Medical City Healthcare
09.2008 - 02.2023
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nursing
Dallas College
Diploma in Nursing - Licensed Vocational Nursing
Dallas College
- ACLS (AHA) - Renew 08/2025
- BLS (AHA) - Renew 05/2026
- WCN-C (OWCNAHP) - Renew 06/2026
- Registered Nurse: Texas Compact (#952020), California (#95303278), Massachusetts (#RN2372009), Minnesota (#2508268), New York (#859321), Ohio (#513732), Oregon (#10004461), Washington (#RN61288443)
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