Ihechukwu Obute
Houston
Summary
I'm a dedicated and empathetic nurse graduate with solid clinical experience and a commitment to providing exceptional, rapid care, looking for an entry-level role in an emergency department.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Emergency Room Technician
Houston Methodist
Houston, TX
04.2023 - Current
- Assisted with patient assessments, collected samples, and triage processes in fast-paced emergency room environment.
- Maintained inventory of medical supplies, ensuring availability for critical patient care.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to execute treatment plans and improve patient outcomes.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team for timely interventions.
- Ensured patient safety and offered care to patient and family.
Mental Health Technician
Behavioral Hospital of Bellaire
Houston, TX
11.2018 - Current
- Monitored patient behavior and reported significant changes to healthcare team.
- Assisted in the development and implementation of individualized treatment plans.
- Provided emotional support and crisis intervention to patients in distress and documented patient progress accurately.
- Trained new staff on safety procedures and best practices for patient interactions.
- Provided crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques for patients experiencing emotional distress or exhibiting aggressive behaviors.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, Texas, TX12-2025
M.D. - Medicine
Abia State University Uturu Abia State Nigeria
04-2007
Skills
- 12-lead EKG monitoring
- CPR
- Vital signs monitoring
- Direct patient care
- Problem-solving abilities
- Emergency medical procedures
- Mental health care
Ability to relate with all levels of staff, clients, and their families with a high degree of patience, tolerance, and confidentiality
Articulate, strong interpersonal and communications skills as well as being bilingual (English and Ibo)
Accomplishments
- Provided support to nurses and physicians in 56-bed emergency unit.
- Participated in community outreach events like health fair
- Improved efficiency by 40% by streamlining inventory control and restocking processes.
- Assisted physicians and nurses in responding to over 20 life-threatening situations, about 35 vaginal deliveries and 13 C/S deliveries.
- Precepted new employees in the ER and behavioral hospital.
- Documented and resolved violent situations which led to better patient outcome and safety.
Certification
Certified Pharmacy Technician/PTCB (Licensed by TSBP)
Standard First Aid and CPR certificate
Crisis Prevention Intervention
Handle with Care
Certificate HIPAA Infection Control and Safety Training
Languages
English
Full Professional
Igbo
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Emergency Room Technician
Houston Methodist
04.2023 - Current
Mental Health Technician
Behavioral Hospital of Bellaire
11.2018 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University of Texas At Arlington
M.D. - Medicine
Abia State University Uturu Abia State Nigeria