IRMA MBAKOP
Clarksburg,MD
Summary
Patient-oriented Nurse with 6 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Advanced Clinical Care Nurse
John Hopkins Medicine
Washington, DC
04.2024 - Current
- Reduced medication errors through thorough double-checking of prescriptions and dosages.
- Improved patient satisfaction ratings by delivering compassionate and personalized care.
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimized patient treatment plans and outcomes.
- Streamlined communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive understanding of care plans.
- Implemented infection control measures that significantly reduced hospital-acquired infections.
- Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
- Educated patients on disease management, self-care techniques, and wellness strategies to improve long-term health outcomes.
Medical Telemetry Unit Registered Nurse
Innova Fairfax Hospital
Falls Church, VA
01.2023 - Current
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
- Accurately documented treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Managed needs of chronically ill and acute patients with well-coordinated treatment strategies.
- Administered medications to treat patients' symptoms and address underlying disease progression.
- Protected critically ill patients from unnecessary risks by limiting visitors, using proper PPE and using strong infection control procedures.
- Delivered top-notch care exceeding department, hospital and Joint Commission standards.
- Performed emergency medical procedures such as basic cardiac life support (BLS), advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) and other condition-stabilizing interventions.
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Nurse On Call
Chicago, IL
02.2019 - 12.2022
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Managed infection control and critical incidents and made procedural changes and improvements.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use and disease management.
- 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.
- Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use and disease management
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care
- Enhanced patient recovery by developing and implementing individualized care plans for orthopedic patients.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and comprehensive nursing care to post-operative orthopedic patients.
- Reduced complications with timely assessment and management of pain, wound healing, and mobility issues.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to optimize patient outcomes during their hospital stay.
- Educated patients and families on post-operative care, including medication administration, wound care, and rehabilitation exercises.
- Assisted surgeons in the operating room with various orthopedic procedures, ensuring safe and efficient surgical experiences for patients.
- Streamlined discharge process by coordinating home health services and follow-up appointments for continued orthopedic care.
- Ensured quality patient care through accurate documentation of assessments, interventions, and progress notes in electronic medical records.
- Provided emotional support to patients facing challenging diagnoses or difficult recoveries from orthopedic surgeries or injuries.
- Demonstrated excellent clinical judgment when assessing patients'' needs, implementing appropriate interventions, and evaluating the outcomes.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by serving as an approachable resource for colleagues seeking guidance or assistance with orthopedic nursing care.
- Advocated for the unique needs of each patient within interdisciplinary team meetings, ensuring their voices were heard and respected in treatment planning.
Registered Nurse, STROKE UNIT/ Spinal CORD INJURY
Schwab Rehabilitation Hospital
Chicago, IL
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Provides rehabilitation education for stroke spine, neuro, and stroke patients on safe and effective use of medical equipment, proper body mechanics, mobility, transferal s, and home safety
- Provides care and education congruent with patients needs 18 through older adult populations with specific rehabilitation needs
- Performs continued post-operative care for patients with orthopedic and cardiovascular procedures to include wound and drain management
- Pain will be monitored through assessment, appropriate and timely medication, followed by clear documentation
- Reported patients' status and delegated nurse assignments to achieve optimal outcomes
- Partnered with attending physicians, nurses, techs and nursing assistants to create and coordinate plans of care, including imaging, labs, surgery, intensive care and medications
- Coordinated with outgoing and incoming charge nurses
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined the next course of action
- Evaluated vitals and presenting symptoms to understand and properly treat conditions
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures, including facilitating wound care, ostomy care, pressure ulcer prevention and pain management
- Provided comprehensive care to patients with inputting data-wide range of standards, including head traumas, intracranial hematomas, strokes, cardiac issues, addiction and multiple chronic diagnoses like COPD and asthma
- Partnered with physicians, social workers, activity therapists, nutritionists and case managers to develop and implement individualized care plans and documented all patient interactions and interventions in electronic charting systems
- Worked with patients, family, caregivers and primary care physicians to create individualized plans of care and coordinate care.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Reduced hospital readmissions through effective discharge planning, patient education, and follow-up care coordination.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
Nursing Assistant
Manor Care Health Services
Elk Grove Village, IL
03.2013 - 10.2016
- Demonstrated effective teamwork skills providing care for up to 13 patients on a busy unit
- Display motivation to complete duties independently
- Safely assist patients with varying levels of dependency with ADLS.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs
- Engaged in housekeeping tasks by replacing linens and cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms
- Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Purdue Northwest University
Hammond, IN05.2018
Associate of Science - Nursing
College of Dupage School of Nursing Glen
Glen Ellyn, IL05.2016
Skills
- EMR( EPIC)
- Chest tube management
- Télé monitoring
- Wound care
- Tracheostomy management
- CIWA protocol
Additional Information
- Current CPR Certification (BLS ), ACLS,NIHSS
- license as a Registered nurse in the state if Virginia, Maryland ,Washington DC
License Jurisdiction
RN ILLINOIS 041447801
RN VIRGINIA 0001313396
RN MARYLAND R255926
Timeline
Advanced Clinical Care Nurse
John Hopkins Medicine
04.2024 - Current
Medical Telemetry Unit Registered Nurse
Innova Fairfax Hospital
01.2023 - Current
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Nurse On Call
02.2019 - 12.2022
Registered Nurse, STROKE UNIT/ Spinal CORD INJURY
Schwab Rehabilitation Hospital
01.2017 - 01.2018
Nursing Assistant
Manor Care Health Services
03.2013 - 10.2016
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Purdue Northwest University
Associate of Science - Nursing
College of Dupage School of Nursing Glen