ELIZABETH AGU
Owings,MD
Summary
Seasoned RN Supervisor with a great background at MEADOWPARK NURSING/REHAB CENTER, adapt in clinical leadership and compassionate care. Excelled in interdisciplinary collaboration and patient education, significantly enhancing patient satisfaction. Proven track record in mentoring nursing staff and optimizing healthcare technology use, ensuring high-quality patient care. Oversee and monitor staff and performance. Ensure facility is properly equipped for the shift.
RN Charge Nurse: Provided direct nursing care to wide range of patients at 132 -bed private facility rendering care to several different kinds of patients. Worked in different units: Sub-acute, Dialysis, Long-term care unit, Alzheimer,s unit. Provided medical education and instruction to patients and families on diverse health issues.
Worked Closely With Multidisciplinary Team composed of doctor, nurse, nutritionist, social worker and administrator. Represented my unit on team. Presented patient information to team members to facilitate effective patient care and administration.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN Charge/RN Floor Nurse (Per Dem)
Interly care Agency
Baltimore Branch, Maryland
08.2023 - Current
- I worked as Charge/Floor nurse (per derm) in different skilled / Long term nursing facilities rendering direct nursing care .
RN Supervisor/Charge RN
MEADOWPARK NURSING/REHAB CENTER
Baltimore, MD
12.2022 - Current
- Observed and interpreted patients' symptoms, devised individualized care plans, delivered best and most suitable care and advice and communicated to nursing staff and physicians.
- Monitored inventory levels of medical supplies and equipment
- Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
- trained new hired nursing staff.
RN Floor Nurse
Peak Healthcare/Rehab Center
Baltimore, Maryland
04.2021 - 12.2022
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions , administer inhalations via oral and nasal canula
- Developed individualized plans of care based on assessment data that addressed identified problems or needs.
- Ensured accurate documentation of patient records according to facility policy.
- Initiated admissions, transitions and discharges by communicating with colleagues as well as patients and family members.
- Reviewed lab values for accuracy prior to administering prescribed medications.
- Coordinated discharge planning to ensure continuity of care post-hospitalization.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Performed wound care, catheter insertion and removal, intravenous therapy, medication administration, and other treatments as ordered by physicians.
- Communicated with nursing personnel to enforce procedures, policies and regulations.
- Responded to medical emergencies promptly and provided life-saving interventions when necessary.
- Maintained a safe environment for staff members and patients through infection control practices or safety protocols.
- Promoted continuity of care by accurately communicating patient information during shift change report times.
- Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
RN Charge/RN Floor Nurse
Genesis Eldercare /Rehab Center
Baltimore, Maryland
01.2006 - 02.2011
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions , administer inhalations via oral and nasal canula
- Developed individualized plans of care based on assessment data that addressed identified problems or needs.
- Ensured accurate documentation of patient records according to facility policy.
- Initiated admissions, transitions and discharges by communicating with colleagues as well as patients and family members.
- Reviewed lab values for accuracy prior to administering prescribed medications.
- Coordinated discharge planning to ensure continuity of care post-hospitalization.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Performed wound care, catheter insertion and removal, intravenous therapy, medication administration, and other treatments as ordered by physicians.
- Communicated with nursing personnel to enforce procedures, policies and regulations.
- Responded to medical emergencies promptly and provided life-saving interventions when necessary.
- Maintained a safe environment for staff members and patients through infection control practices or safety protocols.
- Promoted continuity of care by accurately communicating patient information during shift change report times.
- Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
Education
Associate of Science - General Studies in Human Sciences Per Nursing Curr
School of Midwifery, Lagos University Teaching Hos
Lagos Nigeria05-1992
Associate of Science - General Studies in Nursing Per Nursing Curriculum
FEDERAL SCHOOL OF NURSING
ABUJA NIGERIA11-1989
High School Diploma -
LEWIS HIGH SCHOOL.
1 SYMPSON STREET, LAGOS NIGERIA06-1986
Skills
- Continuing education
- Nursing documentation
- Self-reflection
- Healthcare technology
- Clinical assessment
- Ethical practice
- Compassionate care
- Conflict resolution
- HIPAA compliance
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Quality improvement
- Clinical leadership
- Heartsaver first aid (first aid)
- Time management abilities
- Train employees
- Clinical quality program standards
- Patient satisfaction
- CPR/AED
- Employee supervision
- Reliability
- Effective communication
- Decision-making
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
- Team collaboration
- Basic life support for health care providers (BLS)
- Acute and rehabilitative care
- Customer service
- Patient education
Accomplishments
- Selected to be one of two nurse-educators for the whole facility in 2023 . Attended week long Mentor and leadership training.
Languages
English
Full Professional
Certification
- Completed IV certification, mentor training, BLS, CPR, AED instructor Certification, Computer training trainer certification.
Timeline
RN Charge/RN Floor Nurse (Per Dem)
Interly care Agency
08.2023 - Current
RN Supervisor/Charge RN
MEADOWPARK NURSING/REHAB CENTER
12.2022 - Current
RN Floor Nurse
Peak Healthcare/Rehab Center
04.2021 - 12.2022
RN Charge/RN Floor Nurse
Genesis Eldercare /Rehab Center
01.2006 - 02.2011
Associate of Science - General Studies in Human Sciences Per Nursing Curr
School of Midwifery, Lagos University Teaching Hos
Associate of Science - General Studies in Nursing Per Nursing Curriculum
FEDERAL SCHOOL OF NURSING
High School Diploma -
LEWIS HIGH SCHOOL.
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