Christine Njagi
1799 S. Dayton St. Apt. 223 Denver,CO
Summary
Proficient and caring Nurse with Ten years experience in the medical field. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service. Seeking for an employment opportunity to transition to mental health nursing
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Holly Creek Christian Living Communities
06.2020 - Current
- Equip patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Administer medications and treatment to 24 patients and monitor responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Facilitate therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities to prevent further disability.
- Deliver outstanding care to 24 patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
- Observe and report patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates.
- Quickly respond to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Secure controlled narcotics and distribute medication on schedule to meet patient needs and minimize misuse opportunities.
- Managed care from admission to discharge
Registered Nurse
University Heights Rehab And Care Community
12.2020 - 07.2023
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing changing conditions.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Effectively prioritized assignments, executing care based on each patient's relative condition and delegating tasks to available personnel deliver safe and efficient care.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings
- Oversee 48 patients unit during night shift.
Advanced Care Partner (ACP)
University Of Colorado Hospital
12.2019 - 06.2020
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing and toileting patients.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Reported any unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to the nurse.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Uptown Healthcare Centre
02.2011 - 06.2017
- Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar to stay on top of symptoms and keep nurse on duty informed of changes
- Employed mobility devices and equipment to lift patients from chairs to beds, following all safety procedures to avoid injuries
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Colorado Denver
Aurora, CO05.2020
Associate of Arts -
Community College of Aurora
Aurora, CO05.2017
Skills
- Patient assessments
- Charting and clinical documentation
- Infection control and aseptic procedures
- Unit Oversight
- IV Administration
- Accurate Documentation
- Organization and prioritization of patient care
- Medication administration
- Complete accident/incident reports
- Provide resident care according to physician orders and care plan
- Staff Supervision
- Crisis Prevention Intervention
Languages
English
Full Professional
Swahili
Full Professional
Timeline
Registered Nurse
University Heights Rehab And Care Community
12.2020 - 07.2023
Registered Nurse
Holly Creek Christian Living Communities
06.2020 - Current
Advanced Care Partner (ACP)
University Of Colorado Hospital
12.2019 - 06.2020
Certified Nursing Assistant
Uptown Healthcare Centre
02.2011 - 06.2017
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Colorado Denver
Associate of Arts -
Community College of Aurora
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