ISATA BANGURA
Stone Mountain,GA
Summary
Registered nurse with 3 years of experience in step-down med-surg and med-psych units, specializing in crisis response and complex patient care. Proven expertise in preventative care and patient education, ensuring safe and effective healthcare experiences. Committed to applying nursing skills in community health roles focused on prevention and wellness initiatives.
Overview
1
1
Certification
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Med Psych
Grady Memorial Hospital
Atlanta, Georgia
10.2025 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Monitored patient vital signs, promptly reporting significant changes to medical staff to facilitate timely interventions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to assess patient needs, coordinate discharge planning services, and evaluate progress towards admission goals.
- Streamlined workflow by efficiently managing routine responsibilities, contributing to overall operational effectiveness.
- Assessed customer requirements quickly to deliver timely assistance.
Registered Nurse – Step-Down Unit
Grady Memorial Hospital
Atlanta, GA
12.2024 - 10.2025
- Monitor high-acuity patients; respond to codes and administer IV drips, blood products.
- Assessed, monitored, and evaluated patient conditions, contributing to delivery of optimal care.
- Administered physician-prescribed medications in accordance with established policies, ensuring patient safety.
- Ensured proper functioning of medical equipment to support patient care. including ventilators, catheters, and feeding tubes.
- Provided emotional support during critical situations, fostering collaboration with care team.
Registered Nurse – Med-Surg Unit
Grady Memorial Hospital
Atlanta, GA
02.2023 - 12.2024
- Managed wound care with adherence to infection control protocols, promoting patient safety and recovery.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Provided holistic care for diverse medical cases, enhancing patient recovery and satisfaction.
- Educated and supported patients and families, fostering understanding and compassion in care.
- Maintained care standards and documented in EPIC.
Patient Safety Monitor
Grady Memorial Hospital
Atlanta, GA
10.2020 - 01.2023
- Provided continuous observation & documentation for patients at risk for self-harm, aggression, elopement, and falls, under RN direction.
- Reported behavioral changes to RN team, supporting effective implementation of patient safety plans.
- Completed safety checklists to ensure secure environments for patients., securing environments for high-risk patients.
- Sought help to de-escalate behavioral crises.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Personal Care
Decatur, GA
01.2016 - 09.2020
- Provided compassionate, high-quality care across rehab, home-health, and long-term care settings to enhance patient recovery.
- Supported patients with ADLs including bathing, toileting, and mobility, always maintaining dignity and comfort.
- Conducted vital signs and basic assessments, accurately documenting patient conditions to support effective care planning.
Education
BSN -
Albany State University
Albany, GASkills
- Medication administration
- Vitals & Behavior Monitoring
- Epic Documentation
- Crisis Management & De-escalation
- Behavioral assessment
- Patient and Family Support
- Patient Advocacy
- Team collaboration
- Compassionate support
Certification
- RN, GA
- BLS, Active
- ACLS, Active
- PALS, Active
- NIHSS, Active
Credentials
- BSN
- RN
Timeline
Med Psych
Grady Memorial Hospital
10.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse – Step-Down Unit
Grady Memorial Hospital
12.2024 - 10.2025
Registered Nurse – Med-Surg Unit
Grady Memorial Hospital
02.2023 - 12.2024
Patient Safety Monitor
Grady Memorial Hospital
10.2020 - 01.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
Personal Care
01.2016 - 09.2020
BSN -
Albany State University