JELILI ADEBOWALE SHITTU
Parkville,MD
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience in clinical settings, skilled in medication administration and patient advocacy. Proven track record of enhancing patient outcomes through evidence-based practices and compassionate care. Adept at fostering teamwork and communication among multidisciplinary teams to optimize care delivery and improve patient satisfaction.
Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Equipped with expertise in medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse RN
University of Maryland Medical Centre, Midtown Campus
Maryland
02.2026 - Current
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care strategies.
- Educated patients and families on health management and preventive care practices.
- Implemented evidence-based protocols to enhance patient safety and care quality.
- Managed patient admissions, discharges, and transitions of care efficiently.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to treatment plans.
- Conducted thorough assessments to ensure accurate diagnosis and treatment plans.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- 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.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- 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.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
Assistant Chief Nursing Officer (ACNO)
Irrua Specialist Teaching Hospital
Irrua, Edo STate, Nigeria
03.2016 - 12.2025
- Developed and executed training programs for nursing personnel, fostering professional growth and competency.
- Streamlined departmental workflows, resulting in improved efficiency and reduced patient wait times.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to establish clinical protocols that align with best practices and regulatory standards.
- Led nursing staff in implementing evidence-based practices to enhance patient care quality.
- Conducted performance evaluations and provided mentorship to nursing staff, promoting a culture of continuous improvement.
- Analyzed patient outcomes data to identify trends and drive strategic initiatives for quality enhancement.
- Advocated for resource allocation to support nursing services, ensuring optimal staffing levels and equipment availability.
- Facilitated communication between administration and nursing teams, addressing concerns to maintain high morale and collaboration.
- Enhanced patient care quality by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.
- Implemented quality improvement programs aimed at enhancing patient care outcomes while reducing the risk of adverse events.
- Reduced hospital-acquired infection rates with strict adherence to infection control guidelines and staff training initiatives.
- Mentored emerging nurse leaders within the organization, sharing knowledge and expertise to foster continued professional growth and development.
- Developed strong relationships with community partners to promote health education initiatives and accessible healthcare services for local residents.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans, optimizing patient outcomes during hospital stays.
- Led continuous improvement efforts within the nursing department, identifying opportunities for process optimization and cost reduction measures.
- Provided guidance on complex clinical cases, offering extensive expertise in both medical-surgical nursing care management techniques to ensure optimal outcomes for patients.
- Oversaw the implementation of electronic health record systems across multiple departments to streamline documentation processes while maintaining accuracy.
- Participated actively in hospital-wide safety initiatives, working to reduce patient harm events and promote a culture of accountability among nursing staff.
- Collaborated with other healthcare leaders to coordinate efficient transfer of patients between units or facilities while minimizing disruptions in care delivery.
- Promoted a positive work environment by fostering open communication among nursing staff and leadership.
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
- Implemented successful healthcare program through professionalism, quality of care, medical teaching and patient satisfaction.
- Collaborated with store manager to maintain daily operations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
LADOKE AKINTOLA UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY
OGBOMOSO, NIGERIA 11-2012
Skills
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Medication and IV administration
- Documentation and charting
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Clinical judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
- Infection control measures
- Wound care
- Compassion and empathy
- Patient monitoring
- Intravenous therapy
- Care plan development
- Professional bedside manner
- Physical assessments
- Patient evaluation
- Telemetry monitoring
- Family education
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
- Tracheostomy care
- Patient discharge
- Lab result interpretation
- Team coordination
- EMR systems
- Performing ekgs
- Complex Problem-solving
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- Maintaining privacy
- Chronic disease management
- Emergency procedures
- HIPAA education
- Emotional intelligence
- Hospice and palliative care
- Long-term care
- Oxygen saturation standards
- Mental health nursing
- Preventive health
- Medical records management
Certification
Registered Nurse ( RN)
Basic Life Support ( BLS)
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
NIH Stroke Scale Training & Certification
Timeline
Registered Nurse RN
University of Maryland Medical Centre, Midtown Campus
02.2026 - Current
Assistant Chief Nursing Officer (ACNO)
Irrua Specialist Teaching Hospital
03.2016 - 12.2025
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
LADOKE AKINTOLA UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY