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CHIZOBA NWEKE

CHIZOBA NWEKE

Katy,TX

Summary

Am a knowledgeable and compassionate REGISTERED NURSE (RN) who is diligent about serving patient's medical and personal needs. i have dedicated my life to the care and improvement of human life's. Having WORKED as a CNA for over 7years has broaden my knowledge and improved my skills in furthering my Education and today a board Certified RN. am so excited and happy working with patients of all cultural and background difference, i believe in doing the right thing, there is no short cut for me while providing care to my patient. i give 100% of care needed, (IS ALL ABOUT MY PATIENT SAFETY). I put my Heart to what i do and LOVE what i do.

i will be more than happy to join your team and work with utmost professionalism if given the opportunity in my chosen career path.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

RN, HOMECARE,

ANGELS OF CARE PEDIATRICS
HOUSTON, TX
03.2023 - Current
  • Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
  • Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
  • Administered medication through GB or GTUBE, providing GB/ GTUBE care.
  • Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
  • Reported patient assessment findings and physical and psychosocial responses to nursing intervention for progress towards care goals.
  • Facilitated medication management and monitored patients for side effects.
  • Initiated emergency resuscitative measures according to resuscitation and pediatric advanced life support protocols and directives.
  • Delivered extensive training and mentorship to registered and licensed vocational nurses to ensure and maintain continuity of care.
  • Defined care goals based on nursing diagnoses and incorporated therapeutic, preventive and rehabilitative nursing actions.
  • Performed basic physical assessments of newborns and infants.
  • Administered medications and therapies as prescribed by physicians.
  • Helped pediatric patients understand and feel at ease with vaccines, tests and minor procedures.
  • Educated patients, caregivers and families on diagnoses, disease management, wound management and equipment management.
  • Planned, organized and delivered quality direct and indirect care to pediatric patients in home health environments.
  • Coordinated and conducted routine home visits to assess patient's condition, progress and reactions to treatment, medication and interventions.
  • Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
  • Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
  • Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
  • perform trach care, insert new trach and suction patient PRN.
  • Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
  • Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.
  • Administered breathing inhalation to patient via nebulizer

RN, Critical Care, IMCU

HCA Hospital, NORTH CYPRESS
Cypress, TX
01.2023 - Current
  • Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
  • Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
  • Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
  • Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
  • Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
  • Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
  • Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
  • Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
  • Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
  • Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
  • Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
  • Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
  • Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
  • Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
  • Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
  • Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
  • Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
  • Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
  • Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions and provided home care strategies.
  • Alerted physician of diagnostic study results and changes in patient condition.
  • Communicated and collaborated with healthcare team and patient to identify and meet physical, emotional and spiritual needs.
  • Assessed patient conditions, implemented care plans and reassessed conditions continuously.
  • Monitored efficacy of nursing interventions and revised care plans based upon patient response.
  • Distributed medications in accordance with patients' medical charts.
  • Formulated knowledgeable diagnoses based on direct patient assessments, laboratory results and evaluations of medical histories.
  • Organized discharges and educated patients about continuing care requirements to boost long-term outcomes.
  • Spoke with patients to better understand experienced side effects, noting details in charts for physician follow-up.

RN Staff Nurse

ASCENTIAL HEALTHCARE LLC
Spring, TX
01.2023 - Current
  • Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
  • Explained treatment procedures, medication side effects, special diets and physician instructions to patients.
  • Prioritized patient care assignments based on patient conditions to achieve optimal outcomes.
  • Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
  • Maintained reports to provide oncoming shift with full patient status.
  • Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.
  • Instructed patients, families and caregivers on diagnoses, chronic disease management and medication self-management.
  • Promoted healthy lifestyle choices to reduce symptom or condition re-emergence.
  • Oversaw patient immunization, supporting nurses through vaccine-specific training and supervising administration.
  • Evaluated patients to develop and update treatment plans while anticipating day-to-day needs.
  • Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in electronic medical records.
  • Developed care plans complete with effective nursing measures to improve patients' mental and physical health.
  • Addressed rapid response and code situations by strategically implementing transfer plans.
  • educated patient and family on importance of asepsis technique in maintaining patient day activities.
  • inserting foley, straight cath according to MD order.
  • trach care of patient needing at home care, by using aseptic technique.
  • communicating change in patient condition to MD.
  • verifying orders and following md orders for medication administration.

CNA

Health Trust Staffing
Houston, texas
09.2022 - Current
  • Conducted routine check on standard patient vitals every 4 hrs, including blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
  • Check patients blood sugars, ACHS every 4 hrs and Q6 every 6 hrs
  • Transfer patients from bed to wheelchair.
  • Answer patients call light.
  • Perform ADLS, perineal care, oral care, change diaper or brief.
  • Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, also adhering to facility policies and procedures.
  • Monitored vitals and patients comfort to maintain optimal environment.
  • Provide technical training to co-workers and new staff.
  • Kept work areas clean and neat.
  • Used Hoyal lift to transfer patients, and mobility devices to transport patients
  • Feed patients that cant feed self.
  • Maintained a good patients and staff relationship.

CNA BAYSTATE HOSPITAL MA.

(GQR Staffing)
New York, NY
05.2022 - Current
  • Assisted patients with transportation and mobility needs such as moving between wheelchairs and beds.
  • Managed residents' activities of daily living.
  • Supported individuals' desires for dignity by compassionately assisting with personal hygiene.
  • Kept room spaces, linens and restrooms clean and refreshed with supplies.
  • Protected patients and staff by consistently following infection control, emergency and security procedures.
  • Logged vital signs, conditions and behaviors in [Software] for clinician review.
  • Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
  • Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
  • Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
  • Exercised comatose and paralyzed patients to reduce delirium and improve physical function.
  • Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
  • Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
  • Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
  • Transported specimens, laboratory items or pharmacy items, verifying proper documentation and delivery to authorized personnel.
  • Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
  • Reminded patients to take prescribed medications or nutritional supplements.
  • Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
  • Planned and served meals and snacks to patients according to prescribed diets.
  • Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
  • Shaved and draped patients to prepare for surgery, treatment or examination.
  • Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
  • Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
  • Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
  • Documented and reported observations of patient behavior, complaints or physical symptoms to nurses.
  • Administered medications and educated patients and families on correct at-home administration.

CNA PRN

HCA HOSPITAL PEARLAND
Pearland, TX
05.2021 - 12.2022
  • Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
  • Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
  • Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
  • Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
  • Documented behavioral incidents to keep accurate records.
  • Cultivated relationships with fellow staff members to enhance team collaboration.
  • Identified behaviors associated with substance abuse and recognized signs of being under influence of alcohol or drugs.
  • Assisted in examination and treatment of patients under direction of nursing staff.
  • Established and maintained professional working relationships with clients, staff and public.
  • Used thermometers or blood pressure gauges to take and record measures of patients' physical condition.
  • Bathed, fed and dressed patients based on individual abilities.
  • Collaborated with client and clinician to develop and support goals and clinical treatment plan.

CNA

Evergreen Private Care
Tomball, TX
06.2017 - 05.2021
  • Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation assistant.
  • Transport patients to hospital and doctors appointment.
  • Performed activities of daily living like, bathing and grooming, change patients cloths, prepared meals, breakfast, lunch and dinner.
  • Check patients vitals, blood pressure, HR, O2, and blood glucose.
  • Run Errands for patients.
  • Light housekeeping. did patients laundry, fold and arrange cloths.
  • Monitor patients Intake AND Output.
  • Tub feeding of patients under RN delegation.
  • Medication reminder.
  • Report any changes to the office and patients family.
  • Provide emotional support to patients.

CNA METHODIST HOSPITAL

Methodist Healthcare
HOUSTON, TX
03.2018 - 05.2020
  • Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
  • Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
  • Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
  • Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
  • Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
  • Used mobility devices to transport patients.
  • Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
  • Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
  • Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
  • Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
  • Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
  • Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
  • Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.

CNA

Synergy Home Care
Houston, TX
08.2016 - 01.2019
  • Assisted patients with bathing, and oral hygiene to promote overall wellness.
  • Document and record information on company's chat platform
  • Medication reminder
  • Transport and transfer patients when necessary.
  • Change patients colostomy bag under RN delegation.
  • Check and record patients vitals, report any changes to the RN
  • Perform light housekeeping.
  • Prepare meals for patients.
  • Run errands.
  • Redirect dementia patients and also provide emotional support.
  • Remind patients on selfcare and important of good hygiene.

CNA

Familytree
Houston, texas
01.2015 - 01.2018
  • Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure and pulse.
  • Responded appropriately to the physical, emotional and developmental needs of patients.
  • Test and record blood glucose levels.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress and concerns.
  • Obtained information about clients’ medical history, drug history, complaints and allergies.
  • Provided pre- and post-operative care.
  • Assisted patients with bathing, oral hygiene, grooming, feeding and elimination.
  • Helped patients transfer in and out of bed also from wheelchairs to automobile.
  • Cooked appetizing and satisfying meals and snacks.
  • Scheduled and accompanied clients to medical appointments.
  • Maintained a clean, healthy and safe environment.
  • Obtained household supplies and ran daily errands.

CNA The Albors at Shelburne VT

(Summit Healthcare )
AUSTIN , TX
  • Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
  • Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
  • Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
  • Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
  • Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
  • Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
  • Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
  • Used mobility devices to transport patients.
  • Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
  • Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
  • Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
  • Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
  • Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
  • Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
  • Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
  • Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - applied Science

MEDWORLD NURSING
Palm Beach
04.2022

Associate of Arts - CNA

FAITH HEALTH INSTITUTE
HOUSTON
02.2015

High School Diploma -

Government Secondary School
Emelego Rivers State
2007

Skills

  • Monitoring fluids intake
  • Good patients and staff relationship
  • Strong verbal communication in English
  • Transfer from bed to wheelchair while maintaining good posture
  • Documentation of patients vital information
  • Catheter care
  • Ostomy care
  • Understands medical terminology
  • Charting expertise
  • Denture/oral care
  • Range of motion expertise
  • Always calm and level-headed under duress
  • Tracheostomy care
  • Medical screening
  • Patient monitoring
  • Diabetes management
  • Medication and IV administration
  • Patient discharging
  • Long-Term Care
  • Body mechanics knowledge
  • Geriatric treatment knowledge
  • Nursing staff leadership
  • Family and patient support
  • Flow sheet charting
  • Direct and Indirect Patient Care
  • Mobility Assistance
  • Strong medical ethic
  • Critical care
  • Medical assessment
  • SBAR communication
  • Gastrostomy tube care
  • Ventilator care
  • Seizure management
  • Acute and rehabilitative care
  • Sterilization techniques mastery
  • Patient Satisfaction and Process Improvement
  • Psychiatric and Mental Health Care
  • Patient Management
  • Nursing Plan Development
  • Follow-up calls
  • Admission and discharge care plan

Certification

  • RN LICENCE
  • BLS
  • ACLS
  • NIHSS
  • CPI
  • HHA
  • Psych tech certificate.
  • CNA LICENCE

CLINICAL ROTATION

  • Memorial Hermann Hospital. Medical surgical unit. May 2020 - Dec 2021
  • HCA HOSPITAL TOMBALL. mental Health/psych unit, Nursing clinical. January 2021- July 2021
  • Texas children's hospital. Pediatric unit.
  • June 2021 - August 2021
  • Hope clinical. OB/GYN and maternity. Dec 2021 -Jan 2021
  • MED NOW URGENT CARE. Med-surg unit. Feb 2022- April 2022. 2606 S Dixie West Palm Beach FL 33401. Med Surg
  • HCA HOSPITAL TOMBALL. med-surg unit. August 2021 - Dec 2021
  • HCA HOSPITAL PEARLAND. IMCU unit. January 2022- feb 2022
  • Urgent care of palm Beach. 5818 s Dixie Hwy, West Palm Beach FL 33405. Feb 2022 - April 2022

Timeline

RN, HOMECARE,

ANGELS OF CARE PEDIATRICS
03.2023 - Current

RN, Critical Care, IMCU

HCA Hospital, NORTH CYPRESS
01.2023 - Current

RN Staff Nurse

ASCENTIAL HEALTHCARE LLC
01.2023 - Current

CNA

Health Trust Staffing
09.2022 - Current

CNA BAYSTATE HOSPITAL MA.

(GQR Staffing)
05.2022 - Current

CNA PRN

HCA HOSPITAL PEARLAND
05.2021 - 12.2022

CNA METHODIST HOSPITAL

Methodist Healthcare
03.2018 - 05.2020

CNA

Evergreen Private Care
06.2017 - 05.2021

CNA

Synergy Home Care
08.2016 - 01.2019

CNA

Familytree
01.2015 - 01.2018

CNA The Albors at Shelburne VT

(Summit Healthcare )

Associate of Applied Science - applied Science

MEDWORLD NURSING

Associate of Arts - CNA

FAITH HEALTH INSTITUTE

High School Diploma -

Government Secondary School

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