Daniel Owusu
RN, RRT
Stafford,VA
Summary
Dedicated Graduate Registered Nurse professional, hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational and interpersonal skills eager to secure entry-level Registered Nurse (RN) position. With two decades of clinical experience in other disciplines, ready to deliver high quality nursing care using current evidenced based practice guidelines.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on new responsibilities to meet team goals.
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Experienced Registered Respiratory Therapist with over 20 years of experience working with adult and geriatric patients experiencing pulmonary issues. Highly skilled in treatment of chronic conditions such as COPD, asthma and bronchitis. Excellent data analysis and patient evaluation skills.
Compassionate and detail-oriented Registered Respiratory Therapist committed to helping improve breathing of people with lung disease and various types of pulmonary distress. Treats wide range of patients from premature infants to elderly people with lung disease. Delivers expert technical and physical support while assisting and encouraging patients emotionally.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Department Of Veterans Affairs - United States Government
Washington, DC
11.2006 - Current
- Maintained proper oxygen titration levels of patients receiving ventilator support.
- Evaluated patient response to respiratory treatments and revised care plans accordingly.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases and blood chemistry changes.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management and intubations.
Respiratory Care Practitioner
Inova Mt Vernon Hospital
Alexandria, VA
10.2005 - 08.2010
- Educated patients about respiratory conditions, treatment plans and medication use.
- Documented treatment effectiveness and patient outcomes in medical records.
- Provided comprehensive care to improve and strengthen clients' respiratory functions.
- Insert Arterial Lines (A-lines) for blood pressure monitoring and ABG procurement.
- EKG testing and interpretation, Holter Monitor placement, and recording of results in patients’ electronic records.
Graduate Registered Nurse
University Of Pittsburgh Medical Center - Presby
Pittsburgh, PA
04.2005 - 10.2005
- Conferred with RN to identify patient care needs and support and prepare patient admission, transfer or discharge.
- Completed, maintained and submitted accurate and relevant clinical notes regarding patient condition and treatment plan to facilitate continuity of care.
- Performed basic procedures and care activities to treat patient physical ailments and emotional needs and fostered collaborative relationship to identify causes, symptoms or explanations resulting in proper diagnosis and appropriate treatments.
- Instructed and counseled patient and family in meeting nursing and related needs to support plan of care.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
Student Nurse
Pittsburgh Mercy Hospital
Pittsburgh, PA
05.2004 - 10.2005
- Transported patients between unit rooms and scanning locations for diverse procedures.
- Collaborated with nurse preceptors and other medical staff to achieve quality patient outcome goals.
- Helped physicians complete procedures such as lumbar punctures by supporting patients and organizing necessary supplies.
- Coordinated meal and snack deliveries, assisted with feeding and charted intake for review.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Changed out and monitored bandages, catheters and IVs.
- Researched different diagnoses to become familiar with presentation and treatment protocols.
- Monitored each patient to meet appropriate care and document status changes.
- Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage and other areas to meet typical patient loads.
- Administered close patient care, checked vital signs and monitored telemetry.
- Completed medical facility experience while under supervision of qualified staff.
- Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
Central State University
Wilberforce, OH 08.2021 - 05.2024
Associate of Science - Nursing
Community College of Allegheny County
Pittsburgh, PA 08.2003 - 05.2005
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Community College of Allegheny County
Pittsburgh, PA 08.2001 - 05.2003
Skills
Outpatient care
undefinedAffiliations
American Association for Respiratory Care (AARC)
National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)
Scholarship Membership
Vice President: Student Government
Phi Theta Kappa
Timeline
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
Central State University
08.2021 - 05.2024
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Department Of Veterans Affairs - United States Government
11.2006 - Current
Respiratory Care Practitioner
Inova Mt Vernon Hospital
10.2005 - 08.2010
Graduate Registered Nurse
University Of Pittsburgh Medical Center - Presby
04.2005 - 10.2005
Student Nurse
Pittsburgh Mercy Hospital
05.2004 - 10.2005
Associate of Science - Nursing
Community College of Allegheny County
08.2003 - 05.2005
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Community College of Allegheny County
08.2001 - 05.2003
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