Emeka Ekwedike
Farmingdale
Summary
Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
SICU Clinical Nurse
NYPQ
08.2020 - Current
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Collaborated with health groups to plan or implement programs designed to improve overall health of communities.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Fostered collaboration among healthcare providers by establishing constructive relationships with physicians, therapists, case managers, social workers, and other team members.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by actively participating in staff meetings, training sessions, and mentoring new hires.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements by adhering to established policies, procedures, and protocols within the ICU setting.
RN, Medical-Surgical
NYPQ
06.2014 - 08.2020
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Hunter College of The City University of New York
New York, NY06.2015
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
QCC
Bayside, NY12.2012
Skills
- Treatment Preparation
- Medical Supply Management
- Patient Examination
- Patient Care Assessment
- Care Coordination
- Critical Thinking
- Monitoring Vital Signs
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Medication Administration
- Attention to Detail
- Compassionate and Caring
- Diet and Nutrition
- Patient Care Oversight
- Accurate Documentation
Certification
- Licensed RN - 05/2025
- Licensed BLS -04/2026
- Licensed ACLS -02/2026
Timeline
SICU Clinical Nurse
NYPQ
08.2020 - Current
RN, Medical-Surgical
NYPQ
06.2014 - 08.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Hunter College of The City University of New York
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
QCC
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