Eugene Owusu-Ansah

• Evaluated patients' wounds and recommended appropriate treatments, expediting the healing process.
• Treated and carefully tended to vascular and diabetic ulcers.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive treatment plans, resulting in improved patient outcomes.
• Implemented plans to prevent pressure ulcers and other wound developments in a 250-bed facility.
• Conducted regular assessments of patients'' wounds to monitor progress and adjust treatment plans accordingly.
• Reduced wound infection rates through strict adherence to aseptic protocols and proper wound dressing procedures.
• Educated patients and caregivers on proper at-home wound care, promoting self-management and reducing complications.
• Assisted physicians in performing complex debridement procedures, ensuring optimal patient safety and comfort during the process.
• Collaborated with healthcare team to implement interventions for wound healing and skin breakdown prevention.

• Developed strong rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during challenging situations.
• Addressed patient concerns promptly by investigating issues thoroughly and collaborating with appropriate personnel to resolve problems efficiently.
• Served as a liaison between administration, medical staff, and nursing team for seamless communication and coordination of care efforts in a 250-bed facility.
• Advocated for patient needs within the healthcare organization, working closely with multidisciplinary teams to optimize resource allocation and service delivery.
• Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.

• Oversaw multi-unit operations and addressed operational, staffing and care issues with immediate or long-term impacts in a 120 bed facility.
• Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions
• Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records
• Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs
• Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork
• 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

• Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates
• Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches
• Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and discharging
• Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring and specimen collection
• Applied clinical judgment and comprehensive knowledge of facility policies to assist floor nurses with patient care decisions
• Collaborated with department managers to correct problems and improve services
• Maintained quality care systems, standards and HIPAA confidentiality
• Educated patients about treatment care plans
• Completed daily rounds of nursing department while upholding acceptable nursing standards
• Oversaw nursing operations for 40-bed vent/trach unit with staff over 20

• Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates
• Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches
• Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring and specimen collection
• Performed patient assessments and adjusted care plans accordingly
• Cared for patients in 120-bed unit, supporting fellow nurses in delivering outstanding treatment to patients
• Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects
• Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs

• Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates
• Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches
• Provided 1-1 integrated care for chronically ill residents at home
• Cared for patients with trachea, PEG tubes and ventilator dependent patients
• Changed out tracheostomies, gastrostomy buttons and catheters regularly to prevent infection or other problems
• Monitor and change ventilator circuits
• Notified physicians of changes in patients' conditions
• Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
• Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.

Managed about 30 patients by closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels

• Cared for wounds, provided treatments and assisted with procedures
• Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms
• Applied interpersonal communication skills to comfort and counsel patients and families throughout care process
• Supervised and delegated duties to non-licensed nursing staff
• Collaborated and communicated with health care team to promote safe and effective patient care
• Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery