Elizabeth Ogundele
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Presbyterian Hospital
11.2020 - Current
- Educated patients and families about cancer treatments, side effects, and self-care strategies, empowering them to make informed decisions.
- Managed complex medication regimens while monitoring for potential drug interactions or adverse reactions, mitigating risks associated with cancer treatments.
- Enhanced patient safety with strict adherence to chemotherapy administration protocols and monitoring guidelines.
- Developed trusting relationships with patients through active listening skills and empathetic communication style, fostering a supportive environment during challenging times in their lives.
- Reduced patient anxiety through clear communication and therapeutic relationship-building techniques.
- Implemented infection control measures to minimize the risk of complications among immunocompromised patients receiving chemotherapy infusions.
- Functioned as lead to maintain adequate patient flow and directing unit staff
Registered Nurse,
Albuquerque Ambulatory Eye Surgery Center
06.2019 - 10.2020
- Managed care from admission to discharge of up to 60 patients a day in a very fast paced environment.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
Registered Nurse,
UCHealth University Of Colorado Hospital
11.1989 - 12.2019
- Handled ventilator support, feeding tubes, central lines, balloon pumps, ventricular assist devices.
- Mentored new nursing staff, facilitating smooth integration into the ICU unit and promoting a supportive workplace culture.
- Assisted physicians with bedside procedures, ensuring accurate treatment administration and timely patient recovery.
- Demonstrated advanced critical thinking skills while managing complex clinical situations involving multiple organ systems failures in critically ill patients.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Vancouver General Hospital
08.1987 - 03.1989
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
- Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Skillfully performed venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.
- Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
Education
Diploma - Nursing
Vancouver General Hospital School Of Nursing
Vancouver BC Canada08.1987
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication Administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Excellent IV skills
- Time management
- Active Listener
- Patient Advocate
Certification
Chemotherapy/ Biotherapy Certification
BLS
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Presbyterian Hospital
11.2020 - Current
Registered Nurse,
Albuquerque Ambulatory Eye Surgery Center
06.2019 - 10.2020
Registered Nurse,
UCHealth University Of Colorado Hospital
11.1989 - 12.2019
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Vancouver General Hospital
08.1987 - 03.1989
Diploma - Nursing
Vancouver General Hospital School Of Nursing
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