Judith Odigwe-Blair
Upper Marlboro,MD
Summary
I'm a newly licensed nurse who brings focus, resilience, and a deep sense of purpose to patient care. My nursing education challenged me to think critically, adapt quickly, and advocate fiercely for patients. From med-surg and critical care to OB, peds, and mental health and I've embraced every part of that journey. I am deeply committed to giving patients not just treatment, but trust and comfort. I'm especially passionate about med-surg and the operating room, but I'm open to any unit where I can continue growing and make a meaningful impact. I thrive in environments where teamwork, clear communication, and critical thinking matter, and I'm excited to bring that same energy into a nursing team that values growth, excellence, and compassion. I'm ready to keep learning, contribute meaningfully, and step into this next chapter with purpose and professionalism.
Overview
1
1
Certification
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Eshyft
03.2026 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Maintained cleanliness of patient rooms and common areas, adhering to health standards.
- Documented patient care activities accurately in electronic health records system.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance skills and maintain certification requirements.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Laurel Bay Health & Rehabilitation Center
01.2020 - 02.2026
- Safety procedures
- Patient care
- Assist with patient ADL's.
- Answer calls for help and observe changes in a resident's condition or behavior.
- Take/record residents vital signs (temperature, blood pressure).
- Documentation (I&O, POC)
- Wound/foley care
- Transporting patients
Nursing Student
Clinical Rotations
01.2023 - 05.2025
- Provided direct and indirect patient care under the direct supervision of clinical professor.
- Communicated with the registered nurse and clinical professor about changes in the patient's clinical condition (both adults and children).
- Respond quickly and accurately to changes in the patient's condition or response to treatment.
- Administered medication administration, performed wound care, individualized patient care planning.
- Educated patients in upper extremity home strengthening exercises, proper positioning, and possible home and workplace modification to improve independence.
- Administered medications to patients involving PO and IV fluids and provided maternal-neonatal support.
- Worked and rotated in various areas of the hospital including adult hospital floors, NICU, ICU and ER.
- Collaborated with RN providing bedside care, treatment and clinical documentation for patients on units.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing (BSN)
William Paterson University of New Jersey
Wayne, NJ, USA05.2025
Certified Nursing Assistant - undefined
Nursesvue Career Tek
New Jersey, USA01.2020
Skills
- Proficient in the use of healthcare tools such as PCC, Epic charting and knowledge of diagnostic imaging
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace
- Proficient in providing excellent patient care, time management and multitasking, team collaboration and adaptability
- Patient-focused care
- Alzheimer's and dementia care
- Basic life support
- Safety precautions
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers AHA
- Dean's List recipient from WPU College of Health & Sciences
- Infection Prevention and Control Principles certified
Languages
English: Professional
Igbo: Professional
Yoruba: Limited
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Eshyft
03.2026 - Current
Nursing Student
Clinical Rotations
01.2023 - 05.2025
Certified Nursing Assistant
Laurel Bay Health & Rehabilitation Center
01.2020 - 02.2026
Certified Nursing Assistant - undefined
Nursesvue Career Tek
Bachelor of Science - Nursing (BSN)
William Paterson University of New Jersey