ELIZABETH OBIAH
Registered Nurse
San Antonio,Texas
Summary
Driven registered nurse with 13 years of experience caring for patients within setting. Smoothly deliver comprehensive patient care and delegate tasks according to patient needs and personnel skillsets. Dedicated to providing top quality care within multidisciplinary team environment as well as collaborate with the team to ensure that patients receive appropriate care while managing effective healthcare cost within healthcare setting and patient placement.
Caring, hardworking, compassionate, service oriented, well - versed in offering evidence - based, therapeutic care.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, ACUTE REHAB
Warm Springs Rehabilitation Hospital
SAN ANTONIO, Texas
02.2023 - 06.2024
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Performed triage assessments of walk-in patients in a clinic setting.
- Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
- Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
- Collaborated with health groups to plan or implement programs designed to improve overall health of communities.
Registered Nurse, Surgery
Foundation Surgical Hospital
San Antonio, Texas
05.2021 - 02.2023
- Assessed patient's condition pre-operatively and post-operatively, monitored vital signs, and provided necessary care.
- Administered medication to patients in accordance with the doctor's orders, and documented all treatments accurately.
- Provided support to surgical team by preparing operating room, sterilizing instruments, passing supplies and equipment.
- Performed wound dressings and suturing of incisions under the supervision of a physician.
- Educated patients on their health conditions, medications, post-operative instructions and follow up care plans.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive patient care before, during and after surgery.
- Provided emotional support to patients and family members throughout the entire surgical process.
- Responded promptly to any changes in patient's condition or emergency situations.
Registered Nurse
PAM LONG TERM CARE/MEDSURG
San Antonio, TX
01.2020 - 04.2021
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Performed triage assessments of walk-in patients in a clinic setting.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Provided emotional support and counseling to patients and their families.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
Registered Nurse, ACUTE REHAB/MEDSURG
ST LUKE'S BAPTIST HOSPITAL
San Antonio, Texas
01.2016 - 12.2019
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
- Assisted physicians during examinations or surgical procedures.
- Developed educational materials for use in teaching sessions with patients or their families.
- Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
- Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on health care needs, conditions, and options.
- Provided emotional support and counseling to patients and their families.
Registered Nurse, MEDSURG/MEDICAL
Christus Santa Rosa Hospital
San Antonio, Texas
03.2012 - 12.2015
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Coordinated discharge planning activities including arranging follow up appointments or referrals for additional services.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Assisted physicians during examinations or surgical procedures.
- Developed educational materials for use in teaching sessions with patients or their families.
- Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Unit
Metropolitan Methodist Hospital
San Antonio, Texas
01.2011 - 03.2012
- Assessed, monitored and evaluated patient vital signs.
- Provided direct care to post-operative cardiac patients.
- Performed ECG tests and interpreted results for diagnosis purposes.
- Administered medications in a timely manner according to physician orders.
- Coordinated with other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Conducted regular rounds to check on the condition of each patient.
- Assisted physicians during invasive cardiac procedures like angioplasty or stenting.
- Educated patients on lifestyle modifications, such as diet, exercise, and stress management techniques.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings regarding patient care plans.
- Maintained accurate documentation of nursing assessments and treatments provided.
- Counseled family members on post-operative care instructions and follow-up visits.
- Collaborated with case managers to develop discharge plans for patients leaving the hospital.
- Managed pain relief medication administration for cardiac patients undergoing surgery.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to families dealing with a cardiac illness.
- Responded quickly and appropriately to life threatening situations within the unit.
- Performed laboratory testing such as blood draws or EKGs.
- Instructed new staff members on department policies, procedures and protocols.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Baptist Health System School of Health Professions
San Antonio, TX04-2010
Bachelor of Arts - English Language And Literature
ABIA STATE UNIVERSITY
NIGERIA11-1997
Skills
- Emergency Response
- Diabetes management
- Culturally-sensitive care
- Data Collection
- Unit Administration
- Infectious disease control
- Patient Management
- Care Planning
- Supply Restocking
- Wound Care
- Health care consultation
- Case Management
- Chart updating
- Medical assessment
- Electronic Health Records Management
- FLUENT IN English
- Coordinating referrals
- IV setup
- Infant CPR certified
- Home Health Care
- Physical assessments
- Patient reaction monitoring
- Laparasopic procedures familiarity
- Patient education and counseling
- Family Education
- Medical Screening
Languages
English
Professional
Certification
Texas Board of Nursing ; Registered Nurse
Affiliations
- Registered Nurse for 13 years. Purpose driven. Hardworking and compassionate.
- A Volunteer Staff during Hurricane Katrina in San Antonio Shelters.
References
Minnie Morales FNP RN - 210-232-3234 minnie.morales@wtcmhmr.org
Jennifer Ajuzie FNP RN - 210 - 391 -7024 jajuzie12@gmail.com
Ijeoma Ibeabuchi RN - 1-713 -253 -5393 inwachukwu04@gmail.com
Caroline Muchai BSN, RN - 1-214 - 650 -3248 supuuza@yahoo.com
Timeline
Registered Nurse, ACUTE REHAB
Warm Springs Rehabilitation Hospital
02.2023 - 06.2024
Registered Nurse, Surgery
Foundation Surgical Hospital
05.2021 - 02.2023
Registered Nurse
PAM LONG TERM CARE/MEDSURG
01.2020 - 04.2021
Registered Nurse, ACUTE REHAB/MEDSURG
ST LUKE'S BAPTIST HOSPITAL
01.2016 - 12.2019
Registered Nurse, MEDSURG/MEDICAL
Christus Santa Rosa Hospital
03.2012 - 12.2015
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Unit
Metropolitan Methodist Hospital
01.2011 - 03.2012
Texas Board of Nursing ; Registered Nurse
Associate of Science - Nursing
Baptist Health System School of Health Professions
Bachelor of Arts - English Language And Literature
ABIA STATE UNIVERSITY
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