MARGARET BONSU
New York,NY
Summary
Attentive and focused healthcare professional offering 1000 hours of hands-on experience in hospital environments. Successful in quickly building rapport with patients and families. Highly proficient in patient care, assessments, medication administration and health education.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nursing Student Intern-Pediatrics
Jacobi Hospital Center
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Monitored patient health status to detect changes and unusual patterns and report to medical staff.
- Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Reported abnormal findings or changes in physical, mental, and emotional conditions to RN.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Cleaned and treated wounds to avoid infection and provide protection.
- Maintained personal growth and development through ongoing process of formal and informal education.
- Participated in nursing care plan meetings and interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss ways of improving quality of care for patients.
- Observed patient care outcomes to facilitate ongoing quality care.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Nursing Intern -Medical Surgical Unit
St .Barnabas Hospital
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Utilized evidence-based practice to guide clinical decision-making when providing patient care.
- Advocated for patients'' rights by maintaining confidentiality and privacy during all aspects of care provision.
- Assisted in the management of complex wounds, promoting faster healing and preventing infections.
- Assisted with patient ambulation and use of mobility assistance aids to reduce risks.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported any changes to nursing staff.
- Prepared and administered medications in accordance with established protocols.
Student Intern-Psychiatry
Mount Sinai Morning Side
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Assisted in the implementation of personalized care plans for patients, resulting in a higher quality of care and satisfaction.
- Delivered high-quality patient care under pressure during emergency situations alongside experienced nursing staff members.
- Performed thorough physical assessments, identifying potential health risks and escalating critical information promptly to the appropriate clinical staff.
- Collaborated with preceptor in coordinating daily assignments, ensuring smooth workflow and effective time management.
- Participated actively in multidisciplinary team meetings discussing progress updates on complex cases.
Phlebotomist
Jacobi Hospital Center
01.2019 - 08.2019
- Maintained a high level of accuracy in labeling and tracking specimens, ensuring proper testing and timely results.
- Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
- Demonstrated adaptability by effectively performing blood draws on diverse patient populations, including pediatric, geriatric, and challenging cases.
- Established and maintained positive working relationships with patients, staff and clinical personnel to build trust and camaraderie.
- Collaborated with medical professionals to ensure accurate test orders and appropriate sample collection methods were used.
- Reviewed patient records for accuracy and completeness.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
LEHMAN COLLEGE
The Bronx, NY09.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Integrated Rural Arts And Industry
KWAME NKRUMAH UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
GHANA06.2015
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Clinical judgment
- Documentation accuracy
- Health Promotion
- Surgical care
- Mental health care
- Patient Feeding
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Decision-Making
- Patient and family advocacy
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
Certification
NEW YORK STATE REGISTERED
- Licensed Number -915083
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Nursing Student Intern-Pediatrics
Jacobi Hospital Center
08.2023 - 05.2024
Nursing Intern -Medical Surgical Unit
St .Barnabas Hospital
06.2023 - 08.2023
Student Intern-Psychiatry
Mount Sinai Morning Side
06.2023 - 08.2023
Phlebotomist
Jacobi Hospital Center
01.2019 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
LEHMAN COLLEGE
Bachelor of Arts - Integrated Rural Arts And Industry
KWAME NKRUMAH UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
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