Christy Alfred-Onabajo
Pflugerville
Summary
Empathetic Neonatal Nurse Practitioner administering quality care and direct lines of communication with parents and healthcare teams to advocate for newborns. Calm, understanding clinical expert treating acute medical conditions with thorough physical exams and testing. Exceptional critical-thinking and decision-making skills.
Experienced professional with a strong background in technology-related roles. Proficient in software development, system administration, and technical support. Skilled in problem-solving and optimizing performance. Capable of managing projects and collaborating effectively with teams. Committed to continuous learning and staying current with industry trends to contribute to organizational success.
Compassionate Nurse Practitioner with background in primary care and specialized clinics. Skilled in patient assessment, diagnosis, and treatment plan development, ensuring comprehensive healthcare. Strengths include effective communication, patient education, and teamwork to improve health outcomes. Contributed to increasing patient satisfaction scores through quality care and efficient service delivery in previous roles.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
1987
1987
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Neonatal Nurse Practitioner
Hospital Corporation of America, HCA
Austin
02.1990 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments according to hospital protocols and guidelines.
- Educated parents on infant care and developmental milestones during hospital stays.
- Monitored vital signs and responded promptly to changes in patient conditions.
- Led training sessions for nursing staff on neonatal care best practices.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to enhance quality of neonatal care delivery.
- Participated in community outreach programs providing education about caring for newborns.
- Monitored ventilators and incubators to care for newborns and infants.
- Served as a mentor for new nurses joining the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit.
- Identified and treated genetic and pathophysiologic symptoms of common neonatal health disorders.
- Administered medications to neonates under physician's orders.
- Performed diagnostic tests such as X-rays and ultrasounds when needed.
- Demonstrated advanced practice care for sick neonates with varying acuity in neonatal ICU setting, utilizing established professional standards.
- Conducted research studies related to improving neonatal care protocols.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
Education
Ph.D. - Nursing Leadership And Management
University of Texas
Galveston, TX 08.1988 - 08.1991
Master of Science - Nursing
University of Texas At Austin
Austin, TX 08.1985 - 08.1987
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Texas
Houston, TX 08.1980 - 06.1984
MBA - Business Administration
Texas Southern University
Houston, TX 06.1979 - 06.1980
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Texas Southern University
Houston, TX 01.1976 - 05.1979
St Teresa's College
Ibadan , OyoUniversity of Texas
TXSkills
- neonatal assessment
- medication administration
- diagnostic testing
- ventilator management
- evidence-based practice
- patient education
- mentorship programs
- effective communication
- Neonatal transport
- Neonatal resuscitation
- Discharge planning
- Growth monitoring
- Blood transfusion
- Phototherapy
- Immunization administration
- Peripherally inserted central catheter insertion
- Oxygen therapy
- Intravenous therapy
- Premature infant care
- Developmental care
- Parent education
- Neonatal stabilization
- Endotracheal intubation
- Cardiopulmonary monitoring
- Congenital anomaly care
- Nutritional support
- Collaborative teamwork
- Vaccination administration
- Experienced preceptor
- Diagnosis and treatment
- Emergency response management
- Treatment plan development
Timeline
Neonatal Nurse Practitioner
Hospital Corporation of America, HCA
02.1990 - Current
Ph.D. - Nursing Leadership And Management
University of Texas
08.1988 - 08.1991
Master of Science - Nursing
University of Texas At Austin
08.1985 - 08.1987
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Texas
08.1980 - 06.1984
MBA - Business Administration
Texas Southern University
06.1979 - 06.1980
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Texas Southern University
01.1976 - 05.1979
St Teresa's College
University of Texas
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