John Obiala
Midvale,UT
Summary
Registered Nurse with 8 years of experience working in the Acute Care Float Pool at University of Utah Health. I am interesting in going back to school to earn my Doctorate of Nursing Practice. My career goal is to become a Family Nurse Practitioner.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
University of Utah Health
Salt Lake City, Utah
05.2019 - Current
- Provided direct patient care, including administering medications, treatments, and education to patients and families.
- Communicated effectively with patients, family members, and medical personnel.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop holistic plan of care for patients.
- Participated in unit-based quality improvement activities related to safety initiatives and patient outcomes.
- Served as a resource for staff regarding issues related to clinical practice guidelines and protocols.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
University Of Utah Health
Salt Lake City, UT
09.2017 - 05.2019
- Executed calm, skilled responses in high-pressure scenarios for optimal outcomes.
- Completed initial and continuous assessments on patients undergoing medical procedures.
- Administered specialized nursing care to patients requiring continuous and comprehensive observation.
- Supported new staff members by providing orientation to the Medical-Surgical Unit procedures and protocols.
- Assessed, monitored and documented patient progress on a daily basis.
Registered Nurse, Pediatric Home Health Care
Canyons Home Care
Salt Lake City, UT
03.2017 - 09.2017
- Assessed and monitored patient progress, condition, and vital signs to detect any changes in health status.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Performed physical examinations on pediatric patients in the home setting according to established protocols.
- Encouraged parents and caregivers in developing strategies that promote healthy lifestyle choices for their children.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing RN To BSN Bridge
University of Utah
Salt Lake City, UT08-2018
Associate of Science - Nursing
Salt Lake Community College
Salt Lake City, UT05-2017
Skills
- Medical assessment
- Medication and IV administration
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient advocacy
- Nursing plan development
- Patient safety monitoring
- Precepting
Accomplishments
- High Honor Roll
- Outstanding Student Award
- Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society
Certification
- Registered Nurse in Utah under Interstate Compact
- Medical Surgical Nursing Certification
- ACLS Certified
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
University of Utah Health
05.2019 - Current
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
University Of Utah Health
09.2017 - 05.2019
Registered Nurse, Pediatric Home Health Care
Canyons Home Care
03.2017 - 09.2017
Bachelor of Science - Nursing RN To BSN Bridge
University of Utah
Associate of Science - Nursing
Salt Lake Community College
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