Chuma Iwobi
Katy
Summary
Motivated healthcare professional with extensive experience in patient education and clinical judgment. Recognized for effectively advocating for patient needs and ensuring compliance with infection control protocols. Prepared to leverage skills to improve patient care.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Vocational Nurse
PARC Discovery Behavioral Health
09.2021 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments in compliance with established protocols.
- Monitored patient vital signs, reporting any changes to healthcare team promptly.
- Assisted in developing individualized care plans tailored to patient needs.
- Educated patients and families on health management and medication adherence.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to improve patient care outcomes.
- Implemented infection control measures to maintain a safe treatment environment.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Prevented medication errors by meticulously reviewing physician orders and administering medications as prescribed.
- Promoted patient safety through vigilant monitoring of vital signs and reporting any abnormalities to the appropriate healthcare provider promptly.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Facilitated effective communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care during transitions between facilities or levels of care.
- Advocated for patients'' needs effectively, working closely with healthcare providers to develop and implement appropriate care plans.
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors, and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Safeguarded patient confidentiality by adhering to HIPAA regulations and maintaining secure medical records.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Coordinated patient transfers to other facilities.
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
Patient Care Technician
Memorial Hermann
01.2016 - 09.2021
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Assisted in daily living activities, ensuring patient comfort and safety.
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health record systems.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care plans.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Performed blood draws, EKGs, and other diagnostic tests accurately and efficiently for prompt analysis by healthcare professionals.
- Provided high-quality personal care to patients, promoting comfort and dignity during their hospital stay.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Friendship Haven Healthcare and Rehab
09.2015 - 01.2016
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely interventions.
- Developed strong rapport with patients, fostering trust and encouraging open communication about concerns.
- Led initiatives to improve patient satisfaction through enhanced service delivery and responsiveness.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Studio City Rehabilitation Center
01.2014 - 08.2015
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Assisted in rehabilitation of patients, facilitating quicker recovery with exercise and mobility support.
- Maintained clean and safe environment, reducing risk of infections and promoting health.
- Advocated for patient rights and needs, ensuring respectful and ethical care.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Education
Vocational Nursing Diploma - Vocational Nursing
Alvin Community College
Alvin, TX05-2021
High School Diploma -
University of Nigeria Secondary School
Enugu Nigeria06-1997
Skills
- Medication administration
- HIPAA compliance
- Vital signs monitoring
- Clinical judgment
- Patient education
- Direct patient care
- Infection control
- Patient assessment
Certification
BLS
CPI
Timeline
Licensed Vocational Nurse
PARC Discovery Behavioral Health
09.2021 - Current
Patient Care Technician
Memorial Hermann
01.2016 - 09.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
Friendship Haven Healthcare and Rehab
09.2015 - 01.2016
Certified Nursing Assistant
Studio City Rehabilitation Center
01.2014 - 08.2015
Vocational Nursing Diploma - Vocational Nursing
Alvin Community College
High School Diploma -
University of Nigeria Secondary School