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Gift Nwaiwu

Westminster,CO

Summary

Versatile registered nurse with several years of experience delivering high-quality care to patients in units. Proven leader skillful in uniting and guiding nursing teams toward achieving patient care goals and improving satisfaction. Focused on continuously driving innovation and improving patient outcomes. Compassionate healthcare professional with a background in nursing, known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in patient care management, emergency response, and infection control. Excel at communication, teamwork, and empathy, ensuring optimal patient outcomes and collaborative healthcare environments.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse

Adara living; interim nurse
Westminster, CO
02.2024 - Current
  • Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
  • Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for in-patient care.
  • Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
  • 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.
  • Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
  • Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
  • Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
  • Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
  • Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.

Registered Nurse

Kare Technologies; interim nurse.
Denver, CO
03.2023 - Current
  • Provided comprehensive care in long-term care, rehabilitation, and hospice settings, utilizing expertise in skilled nursing, wound care, G-tube management, and all nursing care and treatment.
  • Performed skilled charting, ensuring accurate and comprehensive patient records.
  • Administered medications and assessed their efficacy, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
  • Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
  • Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
  • Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions, and provided home care strategies.
  • Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
  • Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
  • Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
  • Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
  • Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
  • Coordinated discharge planning activities including arranging follow up appointments or referrals for additional services.

Registered Nurse

The Healthcare Resort Of Plano
Plano, TX
07.2022 - 06.2024
  • Coordinated discharge planning to ensure continuity of care post-hospitalization.
  • Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
  • Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
  • Educated patients and families on health care needs, conditions, and options.
  • Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
  • Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
  • Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
  • Administered local, inhalation or intravenous anesthetics to patients undergoing procedures.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
  • Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
  • Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Skyline Nursing Center
Dallas, TX
08.2019 - 01.2022
  • Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
  • Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.
  • Adhered to facility policies and procedures while providing quality nursing care.
  • Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
  • Delivered high-quality direct and indirect nursing care to patients.
  • Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
  • Measured and recorded patient height, weight and other vital signs.
  • Conducted regular rounds to assess the status of assigned patients.
  • Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
  • Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
  • Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
  • Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
  • Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
  • Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patient charts.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.

Education

Associate of Science - Registered Nurse

Ideal Professional Institute
Miami Beach, FL
10-2023

Associate of Science - Licenced Vocational Nurse

Concorde Career College
Grand Prairie, TX
06-2019

Skills

  • Ventilator support
  • Vaccine administration
  • Medical assessment
  • Infectious disease control
  • Health screening
  • Lab result interpretation
  • Chart updating
  • Diabetes management
  • IV management
  • Emergency response
  • Reporting and documentation
  • Patient education and counseling
  • Physical assessments
  • Patient discharging
  • Direct and indirect patient care
  • Care plan development
  • ELNEC training (End-of-life-care)
  • Ventilator care
  • Insulin medication assistance
  • Patient reaction monitoring
  • Patient management
  • Feeding pumps
  • Hospice and palliative care
  • Psychiatric and mental health care

Affiliations

fitness couch and occasional track runner.

Languages

French
Professional
English
Professional
Afrikaans
Limited

Certification

Licensed practical nurse 2019.

Registered Nurse 2023

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Adara living; interim nurse
02.2024 - Current

Registered Nurse

Kare Technologies; interim nurse.
03.2023 - Current

Registered Nurse

The Healthcare Resort Of Plano
07.2022 - 06.2024

Licensed Practical Nurse

Skyline Nursing Center
08.2019 - 01.2022

Associate of Science - Registered Nurse

Ideal Professional Institute

Associate of Science - Licenced Vocational Nurse

Concorde Career College

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