Celestina Akajiaku
7701 S Country Space Loop,Nigeria
Summary
I am a dedicated, compassionate and detail-oriented Registered Nurse with a solid foundation and strong commitment to delivering safe, high quality patient care. I supervised and supported nursing staff, also providing guidance and problem-solving. Reviewing patient care, documentation, and medical administration for accuracy and compliance was also part of my achievements and duties. I have strong leadership and clear communication, Team-building skills and ability to remain calm and organized and de-escalate conflict in fast-paced environments.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Behavioral Hospital of Bellaire
09.2023 - Current
- Administered medication and monitored patient vital signs to ensure compliance with treatment plans.
- Educate patients and families about mental illness, medications, and coping skills.
- Administer psychiatric medications and monitor for side effects.
- Follow HIPAA, safety, and facility rules.
- Monitor and document any changes in behavior or the condition of a patient.
- Patient safety rounding.
Registered Nurse
Houston Behavioral Hospital
04.2021 - 08.2023
- Responsible for maintaining a therapeutic environment that is safe and focused on delivering quality patient care.
- Administer medications utilizing safe medication practices and according to policy.
- Knowledgeable of medications, including psychotropic drugs, and their correct administration based on the age of the patient and their clinical condition.
- Maintains confidentiality of patient and staff information, following HIPAA and other privacy laws.
- Ensures proper documentation in all position activities, following federal and state guidelines.
- Communicates with peers and management regarding any hazards identified in the workplace.
- Attends all required safety programs and understands responsibilities related to general, department, and job specific safety
- Participates in quality projects, as assigned, and supports quality initiatives.
- Supports and maintains a culture of safety and quality.
- Establishes and maintains individualized treatment plans depending on patient need.
- Works as an active member of the team and communicates with team members (physicians, therapists, administration, other departments etc.) regarding patient care issues.
- Assesment of patient evaluation of care.
Charge Nurse
Clarewood House
01.2020 - 02.2021
- (PRN)
- Administered medication and monitored patient vital signs to ensure compliance with treatment.
- Managed crisis safely.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
Registered Nurse
University of Port Harcourt Teaching Hospital
08.1993 - 02.2019
- Maintaining accurate, complete health records and reports.
- Administering medication to clients, monitoring the side effects and reactions.
- Recording client vital signs and medical information.
- Patient health education and treatment options.
- Providing emotional support to clients and families.
- Performing lab work.
- Supervising subordinates at work.
- Assisting during medical examinations and surgeries.
- Worked as an ENT nurse in operating room
- Perform admission and discharge procedures.
- Administering and monitoring prescribed intra venous infusions and blood transfusions.
- Assist patients in activities of daily living.
- G tube, Oxygen, blood transfusion and infusion.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ12.2024
Diploma - Nursing
Faith Health Institute
Houston01.2020
Diploma - Perioperative Nursing And Management
School of Perioperative Nursing
Nigeria01.2003
Bachelor of Science - Health Education
University of Nsukka
Nigeria01.1997
Registered Nurse - undefined
School of Nursing
Nigeria01.1986
General Certificate of Education - undefined
Girls High School
Nigeria01.1981
Skills
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Compassion and empathy
- Patient monitoring
- Care planning
- Physical assessments
- Patient evaluation
- Licensed RN
- Taking vitals
- Critical care
- Medical assessment
- HIPAA education
- Staff supervision
- Maintaining privacy
- Team coordination
- Nursing staff leadership
Certification
- CPR CERTIFICATE
- HANDLE WITH CARE CERTIFICATE
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Behavioral Hospital of Bellaire
09.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Houston Behavioral Hospital
04.2021 - 08.2023
Charge Nurse
Clarewood House
01.2020 - 02.2021
Registered Nurse
University of Port Harcourt Teaching Hospital
08.1993 - 02.2019
Registered Nurse - undefined
School of Nursing
General Certificate of Education - undefined
Girls High School
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Diploma - Nursing
Faith Health Institute
Diploma - Perioperative Nursing And Management
School of Perioperative Nursing
Bachelor of Science - Health Education
University of Nsukka