Kelechi Azuka
Houston,TX
Summary
Accomplished Pediatric Registered Nurse at Babcock University Teaching Hospital, adept in pain management and infection control. Excelled in patient education and emergency response, enhancing care quality and satisfaction. Demonstrated critical thinking and compassionate communication, fostering a supportive environment. Successfully managed complex cases, achieving a 95% patient satisfaction rate.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Pediatric Registered Nurse
Babcock University Teaching Hospital
01.2024 - Current
- Educated children about their medical conditions in age-appropriate language, empowering them to take an active role in managing their health.
- Administered vaccinations and medications accurately, ensuring optimal treatment efficacy and patient safety.
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills by prioritizing tasks and efficiently delegating responsibilities, ensuring all patients received timely care.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to quickly respond to emergency situations, stabilizing patients until further medical assistance arrived.
E.R. Nurse
Babcock University Teaching Hospital
01.2021 - 11.2023
- Reduced risk of infections by adhering to strict infection control protocols during procedures such as IV insertion and wound care.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by delivering compassionate care, addressing concerns, and maintaining open communication with patients and families.
- Assisted physicians during procedures such as intubation or central line placements while ensuring the highest level of patient safety and comfort.
- Supported new nurses'' integration into the emergency department through preceptorship roles, offering guidance, feedback, and support for professional development.
Nephrology Nurse
Babcock University Teaching Hospital
01.2018 - 11.2020
- Collaborated with physicians to develop individualized treatment plans tailored to each patient''s unique needs and medical history.
- Promoted a culture of continuous quality improvement by participating in regular team meetings to review key performance indicators and identify opportunities for growth.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing thorough education on dialysis treatment and lifestyle modifications.
- Managed challenging caseloads of patients with multiple comorbidities while prioritizing care needs and effectively allocating resources.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Babcock University Teaching Hospital, Ilisan Remo , Ogun State, Nigeria
03.2013 - 01.2017
- 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.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
Babcock University School Of Nursing
Ilisan Remo, Ogun State, NigeriaSkills
- Pain management
- Seizure management
- Asthma management
- Infection control
Timeline
Pediatric Registered Nurse
Babcock University Teaching Hospital
01.2024 - Current
E.R. Nurse
Babcock University Teaching Hospital
01.2021 - 11.2023
Nephrology Nurse
Babcock University Teaching Hospital
01.2018 - 11.2020
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Babcock University Teaching Hospital, Ilisan Remo , Ogun State, Nigeria
03.2013 - 01.2017
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
Babcock University School Of Nursing
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