Luke Derek Ochieng
Rochester ,MN
Summary
Motivated and experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in medication administration, and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Nursing Student
Lake View Hospital
Stillwater, MN
01.2023 - 03.2023
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Partnered with registered nurses to perform specified patient care activities.
- Supported patients with basic functions of eating and walking.
- Noted changes in patient condition by notifying and assisting nurses in handling patient care needs.
- Assisted medical team with procedures.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Employed knowledge of sanitation and infection control to optimize customer care and services.
Nursing Student
Volunteers of America, Minnesota
Anoka, MN
09.2022 - 12.2022
- Supported patients with basic functions e.g., eating and walking.
- Promoted open communication and honored patient rights and confidentiality.
- Responded to patient needs and special requests.
- Employed knowledge of sanitation and infection control to optimize customer care and services.
- Lifted, ambulated and fed patients to deliver optimal care services.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Nursing Student
Anoka Metro Regional Treatment Center (AMRTC)
Anoka, MN
07.2022 - 09.2022
- Promoted open communication and honored patient rights and confidentiality.
- Partnered with registered nurses to perform specified patient care activities.
- Responded to patient needs and special requests.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Measured and recorded blood pressure, temperature and respirations.
Program Director
The Mentor Network, REM
Rochester, MN
06.2019 - 09.2022
- Provide guidance to staff in implementing company policies and procedures as applicable in the independent programs and the company
- Supervision of all program operations including staff scheduling, interviewing prospective applicants and orientation and training of inexperienced staff of particulars of each unique program
- Evaluate program needs and engage upper management on possible improvements in line with company mission and purpose
- Manage all consumers financials
- Primary contact with consumers guardians, and case managers
- Conduct initial, quarterly, and annual assessment.
- Collected key program data and analysis to support continuous improvement.
- Facilitated staff meetings and educational work sessions to strengthen staff competencies.
Nursing Student
Volunteers of America, Mn
Woodbury, MN
01.2022 - 04.2022
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Engaged with patient family and friends to provide courteous visit experience.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain and optimize patient outcomes.
- Assisted residents with daily needs, personal hygiene, dressing and facility transfers.
- Played games with patients to boost mood, improve memory and provide light entertainment.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
Human Service Technician
Department of Human Services, CBHH
Rochester, MN
07.2018 - 07.2019
- Collected and summarized data sufficient to document program delivery and client process by observing and charting behaviors and a measuring the duration and frequency of inappropriate behavior
- Therapeutic intervention techniques sufficient to control aggressive or violent behavior
- Behavior modification techniques sufficient to design and implement behavior management components of treatment plans
- Assist individuals when needed in the performance of work and activities of daily living
- Responding to medical emergencies i.e., CPR and first aid and taking vital signs
Program Coordinator
The Mentor Network, REM
Rochester, MN
11.2016 - 06.2018
- Provide guidance to staff in implementing company policies and procedures as applicable in the independent programs and the company
- Evaluate program needs and engage upper management on possible improvements in line with company mission and purpose
- Primary contact with consumers guardians, and case managers
- Conducted needs and strength assessments to help develop and individualized treatment plans for clients
- Plan community activities for all consumer
Direct Support Professional
The Mentor Network, REM
Winona, MN
11.2011 - 05.2015
- Prepared meals fr the consumers
- Assisting with medication administration
- Personal hygiene and grooming
- Bathing and toileting
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
- Assisted individuals in development of social skills to become integrated in community.
- Tracked and reported clients' progress based on observations and conversations.
- Documented current patient information to update vital signs, behaviors and eating habits.
- Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
- Transported clients to doctor's appointments and errands.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Rasmussen University
Bloomington, MN03.2023
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Winona State University
Winona, MN05.2015
Skills
- Patient Assessments
- Medication Administration
- Medical Documentation
- Infection Control Standards
- Basic Nursing Care
- Task Prioritization
- IV Setup
- Direct Patient Care
- Vital Signs Monitoring
- ADL Assistance
- Catheter Care
- Mobility Assistance
- Regulatory Compliance
- Privacy and Confidentiality
Timeline
Nursing Student
Lake View Hospital
01.2023 - 03.2023
Nursing Student
Volunteers of America, Minnesota
09.2022 - 12.2022
Nursing Student
Anoka Metro Regional Treatment Center (AMRTC)
07.2022 - 09.2022
Nursing Student
Volunteers of America, Mn
01.2022 - 04.2022
Program Director
The Mentor Network, REM
06.2019 - 09.2022
Human Service Technician
Department of Human Services, CBHH
07.2018 - 07.2019
Program Coordinator
The Mentor Network, REM
11.2016 - 06.2018
Direct Support Professional
The Mentor Network, REM
11.2011 - 05.2015
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Rasmussen University
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Winona State University
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