DOROTHY ORJI
Hewlett
Summary
Dedicated health care professional with over 15 years of experience assessing patient health problems, maintaining medical record, and executing nursing care plans. Experience in providing exceptional care to patients in home and community settings. Skilled in wound care, medication administration, and communication with patients, families, and healthcare teams. Proven ability to build positive relationships with patients, family members, physicians, and other medical professionals. Licensed to practice in New York State.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Field Nurse
Prime Home Health Services
11.2022 - Current
- Deliver comprehensive home-based nursing care, including wound care, medication management, vital signs monitoring, and patient education.
- Implement individualized care plans based on physician orders and patient assessments.
- Collaborate with physicians, therapists, social workers, and families to ensure coordinated care.
- Document patient progress, interventions, and outcomes in electronic health records.
- Educate patients and families on disease management, self-care techniques, and medication adherence.
- Maintain a clean and safe environment, adhering to strict infection control protocols.
- Prioritize patient safety and well-being, identifying and responding to changes in patient condition.
- Ensure HIPAA compliance.
Registered Nurse
HEARTSHARE HUMAN SERVICES OF NEW YORK
09.2021 - 11.2022
- Responsible for coordinating and overseeing all health care services, including health education, required by the residents
- Monitor and manage medication.
- Oversee and supervise all direct care staff administering medication
- Provide individual and group training to direct care staff in areas covering medication monitoring, first aid and health education
- Communicate with family/guardian about all medical/mental health conditions, appointments and/or treatments
- Engage family to accompany resident on medical appointments
- Accompany and/or transport resident to medical appointment when appropriate
- Provide basic first aid and arrange for emergency treatment of medical and mental health emergencies
- Provide medication training and health education to residents and staff, including prevention, medication side effects, nutrition, management of chronic health problems such as asthma or diabetes, sex education
Registered Nurse
Advantage Care Physicians
09.2020 - 06.2022
- Provided comprehensive nursing care, including medication management, patient education, and care coordination.
- Refill patient's prescriptions.
- Educated and supported patients on self-care management.
- Coordinated patient referrals and Durable Medical Equipment.
- Followed up on hospitalized patients.
- Provided education and goal setting support for diabetic and hypertensive patients.
Registered Nurse
New York Hotel Trade Council - Queens Health Center
04.2019 - 04.2020
- Collaborated with doctors across various departments to deliver quality patient care through performance improvement initiatives.
- Managed and provided immediate medical care in emergencies.
- Maintained accurate patient medical records.
- Evaluated patient care needs, prioritizing treatment, and maintaining patient flow.
- Performed various medical procedures, including vital signs assessments, TB testing, and EKGs.
- Educated patients on medication administration and point-of-care testing.
- Prepared patients for procedures and assisted doctors. Discharged patients with appropriate instructions.
- Established rapport with patients, families, and healthcare providers.
- Provided input to healthcare administrators regarding case management.
- Educated patients on treatment options and non-medical alternatives.
- Ensured adherence to best practices and patient rights.
Licensed Practical Nurse/Registered Nurse
Josel Home Health Care
04.2006 - 11.2019
- Delivered in-home nursing services to patients of all ages, including ventilator and tracheostomy care, G-tube feeding, respiratory assessment, and blood sugar monitoring.
- Monitored patients on ventilators and administered CPR when necessary.
- Conducted initial home visit assessments and initiated a charting system for care continuity.
- Developed and maintained comprehensive patient histories for emergency situations.
- Assessed patient status and reported to families and the care agency.
- Provided home care services to pediatric and adult patients across New York City and Nassau County.
- Followed rehabilitation plans to accelerate patient recovery.
- Assessed, monitored, and documented patient progress, symptoms, and vital signs.
- Maintained accurate and timely documentation.
Licensed Practical Nurse
New York Hotel Trade Council - Queens Health Center
06.2002 - 04.2019
- Provided daily patient care services under the supervision of registered nurses and doctors.
- Liaised between patients and physicians to ensure understanding of treatment plans.
- Prepared and administered medications and treatments.
- Prepared patients for doctor visits by taking vital signs.
Education
Bachelor of science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ04.2021
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Jersey College, School of Nursing
Teterboro, NJ05.2018
License Practical Nurse - undefined
Merit Technical Institute, School of Allied Health
Harrison, NJ05.2006
Skills
- Patient care
- Vital Signs
- HIPPA Compliance
- Assessments
- Point of care testing
- Medication Administration
- Critical thinking
- Electronic medical recording
Certification
- NY State - Registered Nurse. License # 767798-1
- NY State- License Practical Nurse. License # 285750-1
Timeline
Field Nurse
Prime Home Health Services
11.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse
HEARTSHARE HUMAN SERVICES OF NEW YORK
09.2021 - 11.2022
Registered Nurse
Advantage Care Physicians
09.2020 - 06.2022
Registered Nurse
New York Hotel Trade Council - Queens Health Center
04.2019 - 04.2020
Licensed Practical Nurse/Registered Nurse
Josel Home Health Care
04.2006 - 11.2019
Licensed Practical Nurse
New York Hotel Trade Council - Queens Health Center
06.2002 - 04.2019
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Jersey College, School of Nursing
License Practical Nurse - undefined
Merit Technical Institute, School of Allied Health
Bachelor of science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
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