Lucy Njogu

Compassionate Family Nurse Practitioner with a Master of Science in Nursing, focused on evidence-based practice and health promotion. Adept at providing comprehensive care to diverse populations, with a special interest in preventative care and health education. Proficient in patient assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, and building strong patient-provider rapport. Equipped with excellent clinical skills, a commitment to continuous learning. Renowned for blending clinical acumen with compassionate communication, to enhanced positive patient outcomes and adherence.

                                                               Registered Nurse

 University of Kansas Health System Kansas, 02/2012 to Current.

• Collaborates with physicians, other nurses, therapists, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
• Assesses, plans, implements and evaluates nursing care for assigned patients.
• Instructs patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
• Evaluates effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
• Documents patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system

Adventist Health System Shawnee, 04/2014 to 01/2021

• Assessed patient's responses to treatments and interventions, adjusting plans accordingly.
• Assisted physicians with complex procedures, such as intubations and chest tube insertions.
• Monitored ventilator settings, oxygen saturation levels and other respiratory equipment.
• Performed hemodynamic monitoring, including arterial line insertion, management and Swan Ganz catheter management.
• Conducted daily rounds with the interdisciplinary team to discuss clinical issues related to the patient's diagnosis and plan of care.
• Utilized critical thinking skills to assess patient needs and initiate appropriate interventions..
• Implemented evidence-based practice guidelines to ensure optimal outcomes for patients.

Select Specialty Hospital Kansas City, KS, 03/2010 to 02/2012

• Performed daily assessments to evaluate patient condition and implemented necessary interventions.
• Identified any potential safety issues or risks that could affect the well being of the patient.
• Conducted comprehensive health histories on new patients to determine their current health status.
• Educated patients and families about disease processes, medications, treatment options and self-care techniques.
• Mentored new nurses on practices and procedures to drive patient outcome goals.

American Nurses Association

American Nurses Credentialing Center

Association of Critical Care Nurse

All Nations Breakthrough church food pantry 

Catherine Brettman, DNP, APRN FNP, BC

Spira Care

913-683-0481

Jacob Barton. MSN, APRN FNP-BC

Cameron Medical Clinic

816-365-0499 

Meghan Pessetto,  Nurse Manager

University of Kansas Health system

913-588-9530