Juliana Onalaja
Coppell,TX
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
REGISTERED NURSE- MEDICAL SURGICAL/TELEMETRY, ER, ICU, UNIT PER DIEM
DALLAS MEDICAL CENTER
10.2009 - Current
- Assess, Diagnosis, Plan, Implementation, and Evaluation; Analyze and Interpret EKG strips; Administer medication; Write and maintain Care plan; Computerized charting; BLS, ACLS
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- 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.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
Registered Nurse
Zale Lipshy University Hospital
05.2022 - 08.2022
- 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.
Registered Nurse
Medical City at Arlington, Tx
01.2021 - 03.2022
- 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.
- 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.
RENAL NURSE NAVIGATOR- PARKLAND HOSPITAL RENAL SPECIALTY CLINIC
DALLAS
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure seamless communication and continuity of care; Navigates provider and patient questions in a timely manner, explains the rationale behind planned treatment, and coordinates care across the healthcare continuum; Review and implements clinic processes for smooth transition between patient and provider; Collect data and creates reports of changes reflecting post discharge show-up rates in clinic; Provides Kidney education to prospective patients about disease process and for Peritoneal or Hemodialysis; Coordinated appropriate and efficient delivery of healthcare services to promote optimal outcomes by assessing and matching unmet needs with referrals and support services.
REGISTERED NURSE/CASE MANAGER- HIV SERVICES
PARKLAND HOSPITAL/AMELIA COURT
05.2015 - 01.2019
- Provide individualized symptom management for patients and pregnant pts with HIV; Evaluate patient appropriateness for continue; Case management Responsible for patient care plans, as well as educating patients and their families on HIV and their overall health care; Educated HIV patients and HIV pregnant patients in medical diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis; Medical record review, input and documentation Oversee and manage case load of 40 patients.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare providers to ensure appropriate resource utilization for complex cases.
- Enhanced interdisciplinary team communication through regular case conferences, promoting effective collaboration for optimal patient care.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
REGISTERED NURSE-INTENSIVE CARE UNIT
PARKLAND HOSPITAL AND HEALTHCARE SYSTEMS
01.2009 - 10.2009
- Provide close observation, assessing, and evaluating the patient, Analyze and Interpret EKG strips, Administer medication based on proper use, Write and maintain plan of care, Effective verbal and written communication with staff, Maintain Subclavian and Jugular central lines, MaintainTracheostomy, Peg tubes, and Colonostomies
- Assisted physicians with bedside procedures, ensuring accurate treatment administration and timely patient recovery.
- Demonstrated advanced critical thinking skills while managing complex clinical situations involving multiple organ systems failures in critically ill patients.
- Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing individualized care plans for critically ill patients.
- Increased family involvement in patient care by providing timely updates on their loved one''s progress and addressing any concerns or questions they may have had.
Education
Bachelors of Science in Nursing -
University of Texas at Arlington
Arlington, TX12.2008
Masters in Public Health- Healthcare Administration -
Benedictine University
Lisle, IL08.1999
Bachelor of Arts in Sociology -
Loyola University
Chicago, IL05.1990
Skills
- Volunteering
- Reading
- Computer software like Microsoft Word, Excel, Databases, and Power Point programs
- EPIC
- HMS
- Meditech
References
References are available on request.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Zale Lipshy University Hospital
05.2022 - 08.2022
Registered Nurse
Medical City at Arlington, Tx
01.2021 - 03.2022
RENAL NURSE NAVIGATOR- PARKLAND HOSPITAL RENAL SPECIALTY CLINIC
DALLAS
01.2020 - 01.2021
REGISTERED NURSE/CASE MANAGER- HIV SERVICES
PARKLAND HOSPITAL/AMELIA COURT
05.2015 - 01.2019
REGISTERED NURSE- MEDICAL SURGICAL/TELEMETRY, ER, ICU, UNIT PER DIEM
DALLAS MEDICAL CENTER
10.2009 - Current
REGISTERED NURSE-INTENSIVE CARE UNIT
PARKLAND HOSPITAL AND HEALTHCARE SYSTEMS
01.2009 - 10.2009
Bachelors of Science in Nursing -
University of Texas at Arlington
Masters in Public Health- Healthcare Administration -
Benedictine University
Bachelor of Arts in Sociology -
Loyola University
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