Irikefe Ojevwe
Manvel
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
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Psych Registered Nurse ER Hold
Memorial Hermann System Hospital
01.2023 - Current
- 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.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, and other conditions.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Oversaw delivery of care for patients on medical-surgical unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians, and unit clerks.
- Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
- Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
- Provided didactic and clinical instructions to orient new nurses and potential student nurses to achieve training outcomes.
- Orchestrated quality-driven, cost-effective care in high-volume trauma setting.
- Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation by consistently operating to highest standards of care.
- Contributed to quality improvement initiatives within the psychiatric unit, enhancing overall patient care standards.
- Collaborated with psychiatrists to develop individualized treatment plans, ensuring optimal patient care.
- Enhanced therapeutic communication skills by actively listening and empathizing with patients during their recovery process.
- Assessed patients'' mental status regularly, allowing for timely interventions when necessary.
- Collaborated with community mental health resources to connect patients with long-term support services, improving their overall quality of life.
- Promoted a positive therapeutic milieu within the inpatient setting through consistent implementation of behavioral management techniques.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
St Luke's Healthcare System
09.2022 - 12.2022
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
El Campo Memorial Hospital
02.2022 - 04.2022
Registered Nurse
VA Medical Center
05.2022 - 08.2022
Registered Nurse
Methodist Medical Center
11.2021 - 01.2022
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
UTMB Healthcare Systems
01.2021 - 10.2021
Registered Nurse Case Manager
St Joseph Medical Center
01.2020 - 01.2021
Registered Nurse
Memorial Hermann
12.2018 - 01.2020
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Bayada Home Health
06.2017 - 10.2018
Registered Nurse
Christiana Care Health System
09.2015 - 03.2017
CEO
Aspen Health Staffing LLC
08.2022 - Current
- Developed long-term vision for company growth to enhance market positioning.
- Oversaw budget management by streamlining resource allocation across departments.
- Championed process improvements to enhance overall operational efficiency.
- Established partnerships with key industry players to expand business opportunities.
- Aligned cross-functional teams with corporate objectives to foster collaboration.
- Achieved company growth by implementing strategic plans and streamlining operations.
- Managed partnerships and strategic business relationships by negotiating contract terms and handling conflicts.
- Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.
- Enhanced brand reputation with effective marketing campaigns and public relations efforts.
- Created a positive work culture, resulting in increased employee satisfaction and retention rates.
- Built productive relationships with industry partners and competitors to support strategic business objectives.
- Established new revenue streams by identifying market opportunities and launching innovative products or services.
- Fostered strong relationships with industry partners to expand business opportunities.
- Streamlined business processes, resulting in increased operational efficiency across all departments.
PMHNP Student
Integrativepmed
08.2023 - 11.2024
- Promoted awareness about mental health disorders within the community through educational presentations at local organizations and events.
- Educated patients on medication management strategies for optimal compliance and treatment effectiveness.
- Demonstrated adaptability and resilience in adjusting to new clinical settings, working effectively with diverse patient populations and healthcare teams.
- Boosted clinic efficiency by implementing best practices in time management and organization skills.
PMHNP Student
EAGLE-IBhavioral Health Service, Pllc
12.2023 - 11.2024
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Delaware State University
Dover, DE05.2015
Skills
- Blood Collection
- Diet and Nutrition
- Medical Device Prescriptions
- Supporting Daily Living Needs
- Update Electronic Charts
- Medical Histories and Vital Statistics
- Medical Emergency Response
- Project Implementation
- Test Interpretations
- Medical Supply Management
- Acute and Chronic Pain
- Patient Triage
- Manage Cases
- Wound Surgical Procedures Care
- Medication Management
Certification
- Licensed Registered Nurse TX-974987
- ACLS Current
- BLS Current
- NIHSS Current
Timeline
PMHNP Student
EAGLE-IBhavioral Health Service, Pllc
12.2023 - 11.2024
PMHNP Student
Integrativepmed
08.2023 - 11.2024
Psych Registered Nurse ER Hold
Memorial Hermann System Hospital
01.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
St Luke's Healthcare System
09.2022 - 12.2022
CEO
Aspen Health Staffing LLC
08.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse
VA Medical Center
05.2022 - 08.2022
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
El Campo Memorial Hospital
02.2022 - 04.2022
Registered Nurse
Methodist Medical Center
11.2021 - 01.2022
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
UTMB Healthcare Systems
01.2021 - 10.2021
Registered Nurse Case Manager
St Joseph Medical Center
01.2020 - 01.2021
Registered Nurse
Memorial Hermann
12.2018 - 01.2020
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Bayada Home Health
06.2017 - 10.2018
Registered Nurse
Christiana Care Health System
09.2015 - 03.2017
- Licensed Registered Nurse TX-974987
- ACLS Current
- BLS Current
- NIHSS Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Delaware State University
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