KULAGWA BUNDU-ONYANGO
Registered Nurse
Fairbanks,AK
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with a progressive career history in direct patient care, triage, and care coordination in a fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle complex patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing solid relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude, and excellent customer service. Patient-oriented Nurse with ten-plus years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision, and department operations. Skilled at multitasking, prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments, offering acute care, long-term, and rehab expertise, and seeking to maintain a full-time position that offers professional challenges with growth opportunities utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management, and problem-solving skills.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Fairbanks Memorial Hospital
06.2023 - Current
- Worked closely with physicians, surgeons and nursing staff as part of unit team
- Educated patients and caregivers on proper at-home care and treatment regimens
- Managed direct care of patients, conducted assessments and documented care activities
- Stabilized patients experiencing emergency complications and decompensations
- Educated patients on preventive care and lifestyle choices to improve overall health
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Reduced hospital readmissions through effective discharge planning, patient education, and follow-up care coordination.
- Modified patients' treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and new physician orders.
Registered Nurse
Presbyterian Healthcare Services
09.2017 - 05.2023
- Monitored patient condition, including interpreting, and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings, and updating team members on changes in stability
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Reduced hospital readmissions through effective discharge planning, patient education, and follow-up care coordination.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution, and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities to prevent further disability
- Equipped patients with the tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery
- ICU cross-training for COVID19 surg levels (2020)
- 2020- cross-training to intensive care unit during COVID pandemic
- Cardiac training at Presbyterian CCC and Cath-Lab
- ICU relief charge nurse, Preceptor and relief medical emergency team (MET).
Registered Nurse
University Of New Mexico Health Sciences Center
09.2021 - 01.2023
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans
- Monitored patient condition, including interpreting, and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity
- Performed emergency medical procedures such as BLS, ACLS, and other condition stabilizing interventions.
Infection Control Nurse
OnPointe Health Princeton
03.2017 - 05.2018
- Worked with NHSN CDC to implement emergency actions for especially virulent or widespread infections
- Increased compliance with hand hygiene practices through ongoing education and training sessions for staff members.
- Evaluated new products and technologies for potential use in infection prevention strategies, ensuring optimal results.
- Evaluated Nursing facility and healthcare-acquired infections by conducting root cause analysis
- Coordinated successfully and with full compliance to prevent infections according to facility and Joint Commission standards.
- Improved patient safety through comprehensive surveillance and data analysis of hospital-acquired infections.
- Developed targeted interventions for reducing the risk of infectious diseases among patients and staff.
Director of Staff Development/Infection Control Nurse
Spring Branch Transitional Care
05.2016 - 02.2017
- Evaluated success of training programs and recommended improvements to upper management to enhance effectiveness
- Enhanced team efficiency with cross-functional collaboration and streamlined communication processes.
- Developed a strong leadership pipeline through targeted talent development initiatives.
- Improved staff performance by designing and implementing comprehensive training programs.
- Planned corporate annual summer and holiday events, including team building- based training initiatives
- Trained new hires to perform cross-training exercises with experienced workers
- Alternated training methods to diversify instruction, strengthen learning opportunities and enhance program success.
Charge Registered Nurse
Solera At Westhouston Cantex Continuing Care
11.2015 - 05.2016
- Identified potential concerns, established priorities, and initiated corrective actions based on clinical knowledge
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality care and timely interventions.
- Monitored nursing staff and care to confirm appropriate medical intervention for realization of established patient goals
- Enhanced interdisciplinary collaboration through effective communication and teamwork with physicians, therapists, and support staff.
- Resolved or reduced patient symptoms with intramuscular, intravenous, and oral medicines
- Cared for patients in the field during disasters, assessing conditions, making tentative diagnoses, and stabilizing for transport.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Solera At Weasthouston Cantex Continuing Care
05.2012 - 11.2015
- Managed various general office duties such as answering multiple telephone lines, completing insurance forms and mailing monthly invoice statements to patients
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions
- Documented patient information obtained from interviews concerning symptoms, medications and prior treatment
- Took samples such as blood and urine to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests
- Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Spanish Meadows Health And Rehab
03.2011 - 05.2012
- Implemented nursing interventions identified in individualized care plans
- Employed nursing process in assessing, planning and carrying out care plan objectives and goals
- Applied appropriate interventions to progress patients towards wellness
- Reported status changes and concerns to registered nurses and doctors
- Observed patients and notified nursing supervisor of changes and concerns
- Supported patients in achieving healthcare goals with personalized care and ongoing assistance
- Handled patient intake to document vitals, symptoms and initial assessments
- Documented nursing notes and physician orders in electronic medical record.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Cypresswood Health And Rehabilitation
02.2011 - 10.2011
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions and communicated resolved concerns
- Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding and other daily living activities
- Managed various general office duties such as answering multiple telephone lines, completing insurance forms and mailing monthly invoice statements to patients
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions
- Documented patient information obtained from interviews concerning symptoms, medications and prior treatment
- Delivered oral medications, intramuscular injections and IV fluids to mitigate or resolve patient symptoms
- Gathered patient data, cleaned wounds and changed catheters as part of comprehensive support
- Helped patients complete day-to-day tasks, including bathing, dressing and eating
- Circulated assigned floor to measure and record patients' fluid and food levels, implementing measures to promote healthy intake and output as necessary.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Las Villas De Carlsbad Health And Rehab
03.2010 - 07.2010
- Kept up-to-date records on patient health
- Participated in infection control monitoring, implementation and recording
- Discussed care provided with patients and addressed concerns
- Assisted with laboratory diagnostics, collecting and preparing samples for testing
- Implemented nursing interventions identified in individualized care plans
- Applied appropriate interventions to progress patients towards wellness
- Administered and medication and documented dosages and times.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Sunrise Senior Living / Emeritus Skilled Nursing
07.2008 - 05.2010
- Reported status changes and concerns to registered nurses and doctors
- Administered and medication and documented dosages and times
- Employed nursing process in assessing, planning and carrying out care plan objectives and goals
- Monitored patient health and administered basic care
- Kept up-to-date records on patient health
- Assessed, screened, triaged and performed treatment ordered for patients
- Participated in infection control monitoring, implementation and recording
- Carried out medication administration according to facility policies and proper nursing practice.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Tri-City Medical Center
01.2007 - 03.2008
- Obtained client medical history, including medication information, symptoms and allergies
- Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals
- Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs and preparing assistive devices
- Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments.
Certified Nursing Assistant
University Of California
07.2007 - 12.2007
- Obtained client medical history, including medication information, symptoms, and allergies
- Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding, and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals
- Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs, and preparing assistive devices
- Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding with patients in the burn unit, ICU, and infectious disease units with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Vista Knoll Nursing Home
07.2006 - 08.2007
- Obtained client medical history, including medication information, symptoms and allergies
- Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals
- Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs and preparing assistive devices.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN06.2025
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX05.2018
Associate of Science - Nursing
Lamar State College - Port Arthur
Port Arthur, TX05.2015
No Degree - Licensed Vocational Nurse
Miracosta College
Oceanside, CA12.2008
No Degree - Certified Nurse Assistant
Miracosta College
Oceanside, CA05.2006
Skills
- Health Screening
- ADL Assistance
- Diabetes Management
- Nursing Staff Leadership
- Critical Care
- Emergency Response
- EMR / EHR
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification
- Cardiac Care
- Infection Control Measures
Affiliations
- American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN) 12848454
- American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) 1876676, 2022
- Association of Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology (APIC) chapter New Mexico 2017-2018
- New Mexico Nurse Practitioner Council (student) 2020-2022 I
- International Nurse Practitioner/ Advance Practice Nursing Network- ICN NP/ APNN, current
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Fairbanks Memorial Hospital
06.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
University Of New Mexico Health Sciences Center
09.2021 - 01.2023
Registered Nurse
Presbyterian Healthcare Services
09.2017 - 05.2023
Infection Control Nurse
OnPointe Health Princeton
03.2017 - 05.2018
Director of Staff Development/Infection Control Nurse
Spring Branch Transitional Care
05.2016 - 02.2017
Charge Registered Nurse
Solera At Westhouston Cantex Continuing Care
11.2015 - 05.2016
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Solera At Weasthouston Cantex Continuing Care
05.2012 - 11.2015
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Spanish Meadows Health And Rehab
03.2011 - 05.2012
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Cypresswood Health And Rehabilitation
02.2011 - 10.2011
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Las Villas De Carlsbad Health And Rehab
03.2010 - 07.2010
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Sunrise Senior Living / Emeritus Skilled Nursing
07.2008 - 05.2010
Certified Nursing Assistant
University Of California
07.2007 - 12.2007
Certified Nursing Assistant
Tri-City Medical Center
01.2007 - 03.2008
Certified Nursing Assistant
Vista Knoll Nursing Home
07.2006 - 08.2007
Master of Science - Nursing
Walden University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University of Texas At Arlington
Associate of Science - Nursing
Lamar State College - Port Arthur
No Degree - Licensed Vocational Nurse
Miracosta College
No Degree - Certified Nurse Assistant
Miracosta College
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