Glory Ehiogu
Forney,TX
Summary
Nurse Practitioner with expertise in management and supervision of medical staff. Skilled in inpatient teaching with a strong emphasis in critical care, case management, and administration. Reputation as self-directed professional with superior problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills. Successful in managing time, prioritizing tasks, and organizing projects to improve the quality of patient care.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Employee Health Provider for Forney ISD
Forney ISD
Forney, TEXAS
06.2024 - Current
- Assessed patient needs, developed individualized treatment plans, and monitored progress.
- Provided medical advice and support to patients regarding their health issues.
- Ensured compliance with federal regulations governing healthcare practices within the facility.
- Instructed parents on how to administer over-the-counter medications safely at home.
Nurse Practitioner
Frontline Medical Pain Management
Dallas, TX
03.2023 - 06.2024
- Completed thorough physical exams, analyzed lab tests, and recommended necessary medications.
- Sought to establish trust and rapport with patients by actively listening to their concerns, advocating for wellness, and educating them on acute and chronic health issues.
- Provided comprehensive care to patients with acute and chronic conditions.
- Managed pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment for a wide range of disorders and diseases.
- Interpreted MRIs to formalized treatment plans
Pain Management NP
Core Integrative Health
Dallas , TX
08.2023 - 02.2024
- Assessed patient pain levels, severity and location to develop individualized treatment plans.
- Performed physical exams to assess the source of pain, range of motion and strength.
- Developed comprehensive plans for long-term management of chronic pain conditions.
- Administered PRP and HCTP injections when appropriate to reduce inflammation associated with joint pain conditions causing chronic pain.
- Read Xray, CT and MRI scans to determine the best treatment
Travel Registered Nurse
Aya Healthcare
Dallas, TX
12.2022 - 03.2023
- Identified patient care requirements by establishing personal rapport with patients and families.
- Monitored patient fluid intake and output to detect emerging problems.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
Travel Nurse, COVID-19 Emergency Parkland Hospital
Maxim Staffing Solutions
Dallas , TX
08.2021 - 11.2022
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary personnel to create, implement and manage patient care plans suiting individual needs and preferences.
- Utilized EPIC EMR to document all patient interventions, such as evaluations, care plans and observations.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Supervised nurse administration of oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients as prescribed, monitoring responses for adverse reactions.
- Updated patient charts to reflect changes to care plans, interventions and observations.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
Travel Registered Nurse
Maxim Healthcare: City Hospital
Dallas , TX
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Administered oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients and monitored responses.
- Instructed patients, caregivers and families on diagnoses, treatment options and self-management to maintain continuity of care.
- Provided care to Bariatric/Med Surg patients
VA Disability Examiner Nurse Practitioner
The Judge Group
Dallas , TX
06.2021 - 07.2021
- Preformed detailed health assessments for Veterans based on their health claims or disability (DBQ).
- Solicited medical history information from patients to provide best and most effective medical advice.
- Diagnosed and referred for further testing such as lab or radiology studies
Travel Nurse PCU
Liquid Agents: Harris Methodist Cleburne
Cleburne, TX
11.2020 - 04.2021
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Updated patient charts to reflect changes to care plans, interventions and observations.
- Administered oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients and monitored responses.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary personnel to create, implement and manage patient care plans suiting individual needs and preferences.
Registered Nurse, PCU/Tele/ICU/Charge Nurse
Dallas Regional Medical Center
Mesquite, TX
11.2017 - 12.2020
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care to deliver comprehensive services.
- Developed and adapted individualized treatment plans according to patient recovery goals.
Travel Registered Nurse/Med Surg
UT Health Tyler East Texas
Tyler, TX
11.2019 - 01.2020
- Treated patients using pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment modalities to address various disorders, diseases and injuries.
- Administered oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients and monitored responses.
- Imparted medical, operational and patient care knowledge to junior nurses to maximize performance and quality of team operations.
- Earned reputation for good attendance and hard work.
Travel Registered Nurse/Tele/Med Surg/Bariatric
Bayshore Community Hospital
Holmdel, NJ
08.2018 - 12.2018
- Educated patients and families on treatment strategies and at-home care.
- Administered oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients and monitored responses.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
Registered Nurse, PCU/ICU/Charge Staff Nurse
Dallas Regional Medical Center
Mesquite, TX
11.2017 - 08.2018
- Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization due to complications.
- Assessed patient health needs by reviewing and tracking EKG readings to address telemetry readings and quickly inform teammates on stability or acuity changes.
- Administered scheduled medications and therapies intravenously, rectally, orally, subcutaneously and via intramuscular injections while overseeing pain management plans.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse/Charge Nurse
Baylor Scott and White
Sunnyvale, TX
02.2016 - 11.2017
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care to deliver comprehensive services.
- Administered scheduled medications and therapies intravenously, rectally, orally, subcutaneously and via intramuscular injections while overseeing pain management plans.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
Medical Surgical Nurse/Pediatric Nurse
Lake Pointe Medical Center
Rowlett, TX
11.2011 - 03.2016
- Performed comprehensive patient assessments to identify patient needs, devise individualized plans of care, modify care solutions and ensure patients' rights.
- Administered scheduled medications and therapies intravenously, rectally, orally, subcutaneously and via intramuscular injections while overseeing pain management plans.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Performed and provided detailed body assessments and assisted children and adults with healing and recovery after surgery.
Home Health Nurse
Noble Home Health Care
Garland , TX
10.2011 - 07.2012
- Supported patients with activities of daily living and functional mobility to improve comfort and quality of life and reduce pain.
- Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Provided compassionate care to patients with debilitating conditions, including back pain, arthritis, fractures, head injuries and strokes.
- Completed initial assessments of patients and family to determine and address individual home care needs.
Office Assistant
University of Texas at Arlington
Arlington, TX
08.2007 - 05.2011
- Managed reception and lobby area, greeted visitors and responded to requests for information.
- Tracked office stock and maintained inventory in neat and organized fashion.
- Maintained business records by updating customer information.
- Organized files, developed spreadsheets, faxed reports and scanned documents.
- Facilitated working relationships with co-tenants and building management.
- Managed building access and supplied key cards to employees and visitors.
- Offered diverse clerical support to office team members, including managing correspondence, answering telephone calls and tracking documentation.
Education
High School Diploma -
West Mesquite High School
Mesquite, TX05.2007
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX05.2011
Master of Science - FNP
The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX05.2020
Skills
- American Academy of Nurse Practitioners member
- Health and wellness expert
- Preventative care specialist
- Dermatology
- STD care and counseling
- Geriatric treatment
- Patient-centered care
- Lab result evaluation
- Epic, Medi Tech, and Cerner charting systems
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
- ALS Advanced Life Support
- CPR certified through American Heart Association
- Registered Nurse through Texas Board of Nursing
-License Number: 802819
- Registered Nurse Practitioner in the State of TX
-License Number: 1016314
-Prescriptive Authority: 36433
References
- Dr. Jimmy Dailey (Preceptor) 903-567-1910
- Trinette K. Pierre, DHA, RN, NEA-BC, FACHE (Parkland Nurse Manager) (214) 923-2113
- Lisa Berry (RN Manager at Dallas Regional Hosp) 903-288-3236
Timeline
Employee Health Provider for Forney ISD
Forney ISD
06.2024 - Current
Pain Management NP
Core Integrative Health
08.2023 - 02.2024
Nurse Practitioner
Frontline Medical Pain Management
03.2023 - 06.2024
Travel Registered Nurse
Aya Healthcare
12.2022 - 03.2023
Travel Nurse, COVID-19 Emergency Parkland Hospital
Maxim Staffing Solutions
08.2021 - 11.2022
VA Disability Examiner Nurse Practitioner
The Judge Group
06.2021 - 07.2021
Travel Registered Nurse
Maxim Healthcare: City Hospital
05.2021 - 08.2021
Travel Nurse PCU
Liquid Agents: Harris Methodist Cleburne
11.2020 - 04.2021
Travel Registered Nurse/Med Surg
UT Health Tyler East Texas
11.2019 - 01.2020
Travel Registered Nurse/Tele/Med Surg/Bariatric
Bayshore Community Hospital
08.2018 - 12.2018
Registered Nurse, PCU/Tele/ICU/Charge Nurse
Dallas Regional Medical Center
11.2017 - 12.2020
Registered Nurse, PCU/ICU/Charge Staff Nurse
Dallas Regional Medical Center
11.2017 - 08.2018
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse/Charge Nurse
Baylor Scott and White
02.2016 - 11.2017
Medical Surgical Nurse/Pediatric Nurse
Lake Pointe Medical Center
11.2011 - 03.2016
Home Health Nurse
Noble Home Health Care
10.2011 - 07.2012
Office Assistant
University of Texas at Arlington
08.2007 - 05.2011
High School Diploma -
West Mesquite High School
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University of Texas At Arlington
Master of Science - FNP
The University of Texas At Arlington
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
- ALS Advanced Life Support
- CPR certified through American Heart Association
- Registered Nurse through Texas Board of Nursing
-License Number: 802819
- Registered Nurse Practitioner in the State of TX
-License Number: 1016314
-Prescriptive Authority: 36433
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