Joel Ngoh
Laurel,MD
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse with 3+ years of diverse clinical experience across acute medical, recovery, and humanitarian environments. Proven ability to work effectively with diverse populations, providing exceptional patient-centered care in high-stress, fast-paced settings. Expertise includes critical care skills (ACLS, BLS, PALS), medication administration, performing medical assessments, and offering strong advocacy, counseling, and teaching for positive patient outcomes and promoting health and wellness. Adept at collaboration with interdisciplinary teams and maintaining strict infection-control practices.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Register Nurse
Luminis Health Doctors Community Medical Center
Lanham
10.2024 - Current
- Welcomed patients in crisis, quickly assessed their condition, and determined who needed care first to keep everyone safe.
- Provided urgent, hands-on care during emergencies — from supporting airways and giving oxygen to performing CPR and managing wounds.
- Gave medications safely and stayed with patients to make sure they responded well and felt supported.
- Closely monitored vital signs, heart rhythms, and changes in condition, stepping in immediately when a patient’s status shifted.
- Collected labs, performed EKGs, and helped prepare patients for imaging or procedures to speed up diagnosis and treatment.
- Worked side-by-side with doctors, respiratory therapists, and the entire ED team to deliver coordinated, high-quality care.
- Documented patient progress carefully so the whole team stayed informed and care stayed seamless.
- Take time to explain procedures and medications to patients and their families, helping them stay calm during stressful moments.
- Followed strict infection-control practices to protect patients, families, and staff.
- Helped stabilize critically ill patients and coordinated smooth transfers to ICU, surgery,other units or facility for continued care.
Recovery Support Specialist
Recovery Center of America
Waldorf, MD
05.2023 - 09.2024
- Provided support to individuals in recovery from substance use disorders, facilitating group therapy sessions and offering one-on-one counseling.
- Assisted in developing and implementing individualized recovery plans.
- Coordinated with healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive care for clients.
- Implemented and maintained electronic health records to ensure accurate and up-to-date patient information.
- Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills in fostering a supportive and empathetic environment for patients.
Registered Nurse
Emirate Humanitarian center (refugee Camp)
Abu Dhabi, UAE
11.2021 - 05.2022
- Delivered healthcare services to Afghan refugees, conducting medical assessments, and providing necessary treatments.
- Administered vaccinations as part of public health initiatives to prevent outbreaks of communicable diseases.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to address the healthcare needs of refugee populations, including mental health support.
- Educated refugees about hygiene practices, disease prevention, and available healthcare resources.
Registered Nurse
Mafraq field hospital
Abu Dhabi, UAE
12.2020 - 11.2021
- Performed comprehensive physical examinations of quarantined patients to assess their health status and identify any symptoms of illness.
- Collected detailed medical histories from patients in quarantine, including recent travel, exposure risks, and underlying health conditions, to inform treatment plans.
- Provided attentive listening to understand patients' concerns, symptoms, and emotional states. Assessed their needs to offer appropriate physical and psychological support.
- Educated quarantined patients about COVID-19, preventive measures, and self-care practices. Offered counseling to help them cope with the stress and anxiety of isolation.
- Worked closely with healthcare teams, including specialists, to ensure comprehensive care for quarantined patients. Communicated effectively to coordinate treatment and follow-up.
- Conducted blood draws and other diagnostic tests on quarantined patients, ensuring accurate sample collection and adherence to safety protocols.
- Regularly monitor and record vital signs, such as temperature, blood pressure, heart rate, and respiratory rate, to track patient progress and detect any changes.
- Inserted urinary catheters and provided ongoing care to patients with catheters, ensuring patient comfort and preventing complications.
- Administered oxygen therapy and regulated oxygen flow as per doctor’s prescriptions, closely monitoring patient response to treatment.
- Extended care to patients who transitioned from quarantine to home-based recovery. Developed and followed care plans to support their ongoing health needs.
- Prepared and administered COVID-19 vaccines to quarantined patients and staff. Educated recipients about the vaccine, its benefits, and potential side effects.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
Chamberlain University
Addison, ILAssociate of Nursing - undefined
St. Jude University Institute
Bamenda, NW, Cameroon09.2018
Skills
- Emergency interventions (airway management, CPR, wound care)
- Medication administration (IV/IM/PO)
- IV insertion & line management
- Cardiac monitoring & EKG interpretation
- Knowledge of ACLS, BLS, PALS protocols
- Pain assessment and management
- Ability to recognize and respond to deteriorating patients
- Use of emergency equipment (defibrillator, ventilator, suction, oxygen devices)
- Point-of-care testing (glucose, troponin, ABG assist)
- Specimen collection and handling
- Electronic medical record (EMR) documentation
- Familiarity with CT, X-ray, ultrasound preparation
- Empathy and compassion during crisis
- Cultural sensitivity
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Clear communication with physicians, paramedics, and multidisciplinary teams
- Patient and family education during stressful situations
- Collaboration in a fast-paced, high-stress environment
- Taking initiative during codes and trauma activities
- Active listening and compassionate care
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN) License, Colorado (Multi-State)
- Registered Nurse (RN) License, Washington DC
- BLS certificate
- PALS certificate
- ACLS certificate
Timeline
Register Nurse
Luminis Health Doctors Community Medical Center
10.2024 - Current
Recovery Support Specialist
Recovery Center of America
05.2023 - 09.2024
Registered Nurse
Emirate Humanitarian center (refugee Camp)
11.2021 - 05.2022
Registered Nurse
Mafraq field hospital
12.2020 - 11.2021
Associate of Nursing - undefined
St. Jude University Institute
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
Chamberlain University