John Wanjiku
Sacramento,CA
Summary
Registered healthcare professional with strong background in critical care environments, equipped to handle high-stress situations and complex patient needs. Excel in team collaboration, adapting quickly to evolving circumstances and ensuring optimal patient outcomes. Skilled in advanced patient monitoring, emergency response, and therapeutic interventions. Known for reliability, empathy, and strong communication abilities that enhance patient care and team efficiency.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
ANM
Vallejo, CA
11.2024 - Current
- Handled ventilator support, feeding tubes and central lines.
- Demonstrated advanced critical thinking skills while managing complex clinical situations involving multiple organ systems failures in critically ill patients.
- Identified patients' current needs through careful observation, vitals monitoring and discussions with loved ones or patients.
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
ANM
San Leandro, CA
07.2024 - 10.2024
- 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.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
Registered Nurse (RN)
SoutheastHealth
Dothan, AL
09.2023 - 03.2024
- Providing vigilant patient monitoring, responding promptly to emergencies
- Administering accurate medication dosages, vigilantly observing for adverse reactions
- Collaborating with multidisciplinary healthcare team to develop comprehensive care plans
- Advocating for patient preferences and safety, ensuring compassionate and culturally sensitive care
- Maintaining up-to-date knowledge on critical care medicine through continual education and training
- Leads initiatives to reduce ICU recovery times through targeted care protocols
- Mentors junior nurses, enhancing team competence and care quality in high-stress situations
- Analyzes patient data to refine care plans, improving patient health outcomes in critical care
Registered Nurse
Dale Medical Center
Ozark, AL
06.2022 - 09.2023
- Delivered high-quality critical care to severely ill patients, ensuring stability and recovery
- Efficiently monitored and adjusted patient vitals, ensuring optimal care
- Safeguarded ventilator-dependent patients, ensuring their comfort and safety
- Administered cardiac drips and initiated IVs, demonstrating advanced nursing skills
- Managed acute patient care with precision, optimizing recovery timelines
- Enhanced patient recovery rates through targeted care strategies
- Provided empathetic patient support, boosting comfort and trust
ICU/Cathlab
THE NAIROBI HOSPITAL
01.2020 - 03.2022
- Spearheaded meticulous record-keeping for patient treatment planning
- Implemented timely interventions through vigilant patient monitoring
- Prescribed strategic therapeutic procedures for comprehensive care
- Ensured optimal respiratory function through proficient ventilation
- Streamlined ICU procedures to enhance patient recovery
- Optimized ICU workflows, reducing patient recovery times significantly
- Mentored junior staff, enhancing overall unit efficiency and knowledge
- Reduced clinical errors by implementing rigorous checks
- Provided critical support during complex emergency procedures
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
The Nairobi Hospital
Nairobi, Kenya
07.2016 - 01.2020
- Delivered comprehensive patient care in the Medical Surgical Unit, exhibiting clinical expertise
- Developed and executed personalized care plans in collaboration with healthcare professionals
- Educated patients and families on disease management, promoting health literacy
- Ensured compliance with facility protocols, maintaining meticulous patient records
- Led nursing initiatives that decreased patient recovery time by 15% through optimized care plans
- Fostered a team-oriented environment to streamline patient care processes in the Surgical Unit
- Ensured all patient documentation met regulatory standards with zero errors over a 3-year period
- Mentored over 30 new nurses, enhancing team competence and care quality
Education
Bachelors of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ10.2023
Associates Degree - Registered Nursing
Nairobi Hospital School of Health and Sciences
04.2016
Skills
- Hemodynamics monitoring
- ECG
- Intravenous therapy
- Neurological monitoring
- Advanced life support
- Compassionate care
- Respiratory maintenance
- Clinical judgment
Certification
- NIHSS Certification
- RN License
- BLS Certification
- ACLS Certification
- CPR Certification
Hobbies
- Travelling and exploring new places
- Hiking
References
- Fred Okia, okiafred10@gmail.com, +1 (561) 673-7459
- Naureen Kikuyu, kinagunaureen@gmail.com, +1 (334) 655-8001
Languages
English
Swahili
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
ANM
11.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
ANM
07.2024 - 10.2024
Registered Nurse (RN)
SoutheastHealth
09.2023 - 03.2024
Registered Nurse
Dale Medical Center
06.2022 - 09.2023
ICU/Cathlab
THE NAIROBI HOSPITAL
01.2020 - 03.2022
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
The Nairobi Hospital
07.2016 - 01.2020
Associates Degree - Registered Nursing
Nairobi Hospital School of Health and Sciences
Bachelors of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University