Chika Ogwu
Somerset,NJ
Summary
Accomplished Registered Nurse Supervisor with a proven track record at Mayo Clinic Health System, adept in patient care assessment and medication administration. Leveraged critical thinking and compassionate care to enhance patient satisfaction and health outcomes. Skilled in interdisciplinary collaboration and patient education, consistently promoting safety and quality in healthcare delivery.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse -Post ICU (Per Diem)
Robert Wood Johnson Hospital
New Brunswick, NJ
03.2025 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols, ensuring patient safety and adherence to regulations.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes, facilitating timely interventions and effective care adjustments.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans that enhanced overall patient outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on post-discharge care, promoting understanding and adherence to treatment regimens.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs, prioritizing care based on clinical urgency and complexity.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Registered Nurse Supervisor
Center For Hope Hospice & Palliative Care
Scotch Plains, NJ
06.2024 - 06.2025
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during challenging situations.
- Addressed patient concerns promptly by investigating issues thoroughly and collaborating with appropriate personnel to resolve problems efficiently.
- Served as a liaison between administration, medical staff, and nursing team for seamless communication and coordination of care efforts.
- Managed staffing schedules, ensuring adequate coverage for all shifts while minimizing overtime costs.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Assisted in the onboarding process for new hires, offering guidance and mentorship to help them acclimate quickly to their roles.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Promoted a safe and healthy work environment through adherence to infection control policies and procedures.
Registered Nurse (Post Surgical Unit)
Mayo Clinic Health System
La Crosse, WI
09.2023 - 06.2024
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
Case Manager
FACT
Springfield, NJ
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Developed, implemented, and monitored individual service plans (ISP) with support and resources tailored to youth and family's needs
- Provided linkage and referral services to youth and families in order to provide sustainable resources in the community that can assist in meeting family's needs
- Documented daily progress reports promptly Advocated and provided ongoing case management by attending school IEP meetings, court hearings, and out-of-home placement meetings (OOH)
- Worked in accordance and guidelines of NJ Children's System of Care (CSOC)
- Completed risk and behavioral abasements to determine appropriate level of care needed for youths
Case Manager
Catholic Charities
Cranford, NJ
02.2016 - 01.2019
- Provided clients with linkage and referral services to community resources, e.g., housing, Medicaid, Medicare, food stamps, TRA (Rental assistance), legal services, medical, Psychiatric services, and any other resources needed to assist clients in meeting their goals
- Developed care plans in collaboration with clients to address short and long-term goals
- Assessed and documented the client's risk of hospitalization (ROH), suicide assessment, substance abuse assessment, and medication logs and provided resources based on the client's needs
- Documented daily outreach services on daily logs and notes
- Advocated and provided ongoing Case management to assess progress and ensure success plan outcomes are met or changed
- Monitored delivery of linkage services provided to clients and assisted
- Provided liaison services between clients and community resources
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
Viterbo University
La Crosse, WI05.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Rutgers University
Newark, NJ12.2011
Skills
- Medication Administration
- Patient Care
- Charting
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Patient Education
- Compassionate and Caring
- Critical Thinking
- Care Plan Implementation
- Health Promotion
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Patient education and counseling
Timeline
Registered Nurse -Post ICU (Per Diem)
Robert Wood Johnson Hospital
03.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse Supervisor
Center For Hope Hospice & Palliative Care
06.2024 - 06.2025
Registered Nurse (Post Surgical Unit)
Mayo Clinic Health System
09.2023 - 06.2024
Case Manager
FACT
01.2019 - 01.2021
Case Manager
Catholic Charities
02.2016 - 01.2019
Master of Science - Nursing
Viterbo University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Rutgers University