Georgia Ndifontah
Registered Nurse
Seatac,Washington
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Contract Registered Nurse
Special Commitment Center
05.2023 - 09.2023
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Provided emergency care to inmates by responding promptly to medical emergencies within the facility.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized care plans for each inmate.
- Improved medical record accuracy through diligent documentation of inmate health assessments, interventions, and outcomes.
- Enhanced patient care by administering medications and treatments to inmates as prescribed.
- Prevented potential health crises by conducting thorough screenings during intake processes for new inmates.
- Educated inmates about their health conditions and self-care routines for better disease management.
- Reduced risk of infection by maintaining a clean and organized work environment in accordance with established protocols.
Correctional Registered Nurse
Monroe Correctional Complex
Monroe, WA
05.2020 - 12.2022
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Performed mental health evaluations when warranted and recommended patients to therapists.
- Complied with all security regulations within prison system and administered care in safest possible environment.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Improved staff communication through comprehensive documentation and efficient handover practices.
- Promoted a safe environment by adhering to infection control protocols, reducing the spread of communicable diseases within the facility.
- Reduced incidents of self-harm among inmates by providing mental health support and crisis intervention services.
- Enhanced patient care by conducting thorough assessments and developing tailored treatment plans for inmates.
- Streamlined medication administration processes, ensuring timely and accurate delivery to patients.
Registered Nurse,
Professional Post Acute
05.2019 - 05.2020
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
Correctional Registered Nurse
SNOHOMISH COUNTY JAIL
Everett, WA
10.2022 - 04.2023
- Upheld ethical nursing standards in all interactions with patients, colleagues, corrections officers, and other stakeholders within the correctional setting.
- Improved staff communication through comprehensive documentation and efficient handover practices.
- Performed mental health evaluations when warranted and recommended patients to therapists.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Demonstrated cultural competence while working with diverse populations, facilitating trust-building between staff members and inmates from various backgrounds.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Education
MSN - Nursing Practice
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN12.2024
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Hondros College of Nursing
Westerville, OH03.2013
High School Diploma -
Southfield-Lathrup High School
Southfield, MI06.2007
Skills
- Patient Discharging
- IV Drug Therapy Management
- Patient and Family Advocacy
- Patient Monitoring
- EMR Systems/:Epic charting
- Patient Assessments
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Mental Health Care
- Physical Assessment
- Medication Distribution
- Crisis Resolution
Certification
BLS
ACLS
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Contract Registered Nurse
Special Commitment Center
05.2023 - 09.2023
Correctional Registered Nurse
SNOHOMISH COUNTY JAIL
10.2022 - 04.2023
Correctional Registered Nurse
Monroe Correctional Complex
05.2020 - 12.2022
Registered Nurse,
Professional Post Acute
05.2019 - 05.2020
MSN - Nursing Practice
Walden University
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Hondros College of Nursing
High School Diploma -
Southfield-Lathrup High School
BLS
ACLS
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