Edmond O. Atandare
Cypress,Texas
Summary
Dynamic Advanced Practice Registered Nurse with extensive experience at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center and a post-graduate degree in emergency and trauma. Proven expertise in clinical judgment and effective communication, delivering comprehensive patient care and education. Skilled in medication prescribing and fostering multidisciplinary collaboration to enhance patient outcomes and support families during critical times.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
University of Texas, MD Anderson Cancer Center
Houston, Texas
06.2024 - Current
- Provided direct patient care, including physical assessments, medication administration, wound care, Exam orders, evaluation, and IV therapy.
- Provided emotional support to patients facing complex diagnoses or end-of-life decisions.
- Attended regular continuing education courses to stay abreast of current trends in healthcare practices.
- Facilitated referrals to specialists as needed based on assessment findings or physician requests.
- Prescribed medications within the scope of practice guidelines.
- Conducted patient education sessions to promote health awareness and disease prevention.
- Served as a preceptor for students who were completing clinical rotations at the assigned facility.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care for patients.
Family Nurse Practitioner Trainee
Chinyere Awa Medical Clinic MD LLC
Houston, Texas
08.2023 - 06.2024
- Facilitated communication between multidisciplinary teams in order to ensure continuity of care for patients.
- Educated patients about preventative healthcare measures including nutrition, exercise and lifestyle modification.
- Provided support to family members by offering guidance in understanding treatment options available for their loved ones.
- Prescribed medications and monitored progress for effectiveness of treatments.
- Utilized evidence-based practice guidelines for assessment, diagnosis and treatment planning decisions.
- Managed referrals to specialists when necessary and followed up with results from referrals.
Staff CT TECH
Ascent Emergency Medical Center
Houston, TX
05.2021 - 01.2023
- Obtaining Diagnostic Images
- Charting HPI
- Assessment of the patient and history-taking
- Identified the patient's individual needs before the scanning procedure. Patient Care.
Staff Nursing
Piedmont Hospital
Stockbridge, GA
06.2020 - 12.2021
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
- Updated and maintained databases with current information.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
Staff Nursing
Emory Healthcare System
Atlanta, GA
06.2017 - 06.2021
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
Staff Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Baylor Clinic of Houston
Houston, TX
04.2007 - 06.2017
- Performed quality assurance checks on equipment used in the department.
- Served as a mentor for new staff members by providing orientation sessions about the duties of a Nuclear Medicine Technologist.
- Attended conferences related to Nuclear Medicine Technology updates or best practices.
- Monitored radiation safety practices for staff members and patients throughout the entire imaging process.
- Maintained accurate records of all activities performed in the laboratory including test results and quality control data.
- Performed nuclear medicine imaging procedures and administered radiopharmaceuticals to patients according to established protocols.
Supervisor of Radiology Department
University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
Houston, Texas
01.2000 - 04.2007
- Transfer coordination and discharge
- Comforting families in times of distress
- Collaborating with providers and staff to facilitate patient care
- Coordination of care after the procedure
- Charting and documentation of care
- Assessment and patient care
- Observation of patients while under the care of providers
- Interprofessional collaboration with other providers
- Charting and documentation of care
- Discharge Planning and education of care to patients and family members
- Administration of Radioactive doses to patients for exams
- Planning and operation for cardiac exams
- Performance of exams in collaboration with providers
- Planning of operation and departmental goal-setting- Working collaboratively with other departments in meeting organizational goals
- Budget development and administration of the department
- Staffing of personnel and shift coverage
- Regulatory compliance with all Federal, State, and Local laws
- Develop and revise technical operating procedures annually
Education
Doctor of Nursing Practice - Nursing
University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, PA05-2027
Post-master's degree - Emergency/Trauma Program
Cizik School of Nursing, The University of Texas School of Nursing
Houston, Texas05.2024
Master of Science in Nursing - Nursing
Cizik School of Nursing, University of Texas
Houston, TX08-2023
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
Emory University Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing
GA06.2020
Certificate of Health Professional - Radiology Technology
Rutgers University, School of Health Profesionals
Newark, NJ05-1995
Skills
- Effective written and verbal communication
- Multidisciplinary engagement collaboration
- Clinical judgment
- Patient Education
- Medical documentation
- Medication prescribing
- Family support
- Emergency care
- Radiology Orders and Evaluation
- Evidence-based practice
Affiliations
American Academy of Nurse Practitioners
Certification
- ACLS
- ATLS
- PALS
- BLS
- ARRT
- CNMT
- DEA
Accomplishments
- Supervised a team of 15 staff members.
- Accurately and efficiently achieved staffing stability on weekend shifts by completing rotating time off for staff.
- Collaborated with other modalities for a seamless patient care flow.
Hobbies and Interests
Traveling and Reading
Timeline
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
University of Texas, MD Anderson Cancer Center
06.2024 - Current
Family Nurse Practitioner Trainee
Chinyere Awa Medical Clinic MD LLC
08.2023 - 06.2024
Staff CT TECH
Ascent Emergency Medical Center
05.2021 - 01.2023
Staff Nursing
Piedmont Hospital
06.2020 - 12.2021
Staff Nursing
Emory Healthcare System
06.2017 - 06.2021
Staff Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Baylor Clinic of Houston
04.2007 - 06.2017
Supervisor of Radiology Department
University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
01.2000 - 04.2007
Doctor of Nursing Practice - Nursing
University of Pennsylvania
Post-master's degree - Emergency/Trauma Program
Cizik School of Nursing, The University of Texas School of Nursing
Master of Science in Nursing - Nursing
Cizik School of Nursing, University of Texas
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
Emory University Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing
Certificate of Health Professional - Radiology Technology
Rutgers University, School of Health Profesionals
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