Hi, I’m
Marguerite ONDOA
Fort Worth,TX
Summary
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
11
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Holistic Health and Psychiatry
Intern
08.2023 - 05.2024
Job overview
- Managed time effectively, prioritizing patient care while balancing administrative tasks and educational requirements.
- Ensured accuracy of patient records by diligently updating their information after every consultation or procedure.
- Provided compassionate care during challenging situations, offering emotional support to patients and families facing difficult diagnoses or treatments.
- Evaluated patient progress throughout treatment plans, adjusting strategies when necessary to ensure optimal health outcomes.
- Shadowed experienced professionals to gain firsthand insight into specialized medical procedures and protocols.
- Developed strong rapport with patients, ensuring a comfortable environment for open communication about their health concerns.
- Wrote detailed and professional progress notes for each patient, outlining notable events and examinations findings.
- Applied classroom learning by directly caring for patients with acute concerns and chronic conditions.
- Educated patients on preventative measures and lifestyle modifications to promote long-term health and wellbeing.
- Built strong foundation in Nursing practice by contributing to different areas of patient care and administrative practice.
- Exercised confidentiality and abided by HIPAA rules and regulations.
- Interviewed patients and added key details to medical and psychiatric histories.
ICU Charge Nurse
03.2018 - Current
Job overview
- Mentored and trained new nurses, ensuring they were well-prepared to provide high-quality care in critical situations.
- Collaborated with physicians to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized patient interventions.
- Facilitated rapid response situations by quickly identifying deteriorating patients and alerting appropriate personnel for intervention measures.
- Streamlined communication between interdisciplinary teams for improved patient outcomes and continuity of care.
- Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult and geriatric ICU patients.
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives within the department leading to reduced infection rates among critically ill patients.
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols in the ICU.
- Maintained accurate and timely documentation of patient assessments, interventions, responses, and outcomes to ensure seamless transition of care during shift changes.
- Participated in regular rounds with interdisciplinary team members to discuss ongoing plans of care tailored specifically towards patients'' evolving needs.
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by fostering a compassionate and supportive environment within the ICU.
- Worked as part of interdisciplinary rapid response team to determine each patients' imaging and assessment needs to develop and initiate appropriate care plans.
- Promoted adherence to hospital policies and procedures while maintaining compliance with regulatory standards such as JCAHO requirements.
- Provided emotional support for families coping with the critical illness or loss of a loved one by offering guidance on available resources and facilitating open communication channels.
- Served as an advocate for patients'' rights regarding informed consent, privacy concerns, end-of-life decisions, and ethical dilemmas surrounding critical care.
- Coordinated family meetings to provide updates on patients'' conditions, treatment options, and progress towards goals.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Provided targeted care and treatment to patients.
- Provided targeted care and treatment to patients.
- Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals, and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
- Delivered outstanding patient care in critical care units.
- Administered medications and treatments as ordered by physician.
- Assessed and documented changes in patient's condition and prepared patient for transfer to higher level of care.
- Guided patients, caregivers, and family members on plans of treatment and helpful resources available locally to support care.
- Trained and coached new employees on protocols and best practices to promote ideal patient outcomes.
- Managed staffing assignments for each shift based on patient acuity levels, ensuring adequate coverage for all areas of the ICU.
- Assessed patients upon admission for potential risks or complications related to their medical conditions or treatments received.
- Developed comprehensive patient care plans, addressing both physical and emotional needs, to promote optimal recovery.
- Maintained respectful treatment environment that honored patients' and families' cultural and religious traditions and preferences.
- Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
Various Hospital Over the Country
ICU Clinical Nurse
07.2014 - Current
Job overview
- Improved ICU efficiency by collaborating with interdisciplinary team members for optimal patient outcomes.
- Expedited patient recovery by working closely with interdisciplinary team members to develop and execute aggressive treatment plans.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by actively participating in staff meetings, training sessions, and mentoring new hires.
- Fostered collaboration among healthcare providers by establishing constructive relationships with physicians, therapists, case managers, social workers, and other team members.
- Mitigated risks associated with critical care nursing practice by consistently applying evidence-based guidelines in daily work routines.
- Optimized resource utilization by participating in quality improvement initiatives targeting cost reduction and process improvements.
- Minimized complications after invasive procedures by implementing strict adherence to post-procedure care protocols.
- Streamlined nursing workflow by effectively delegating tasks to certified nursing assistants and support staff.
- Enhanced patient care by conducting thorough assessments and developing individualized care plans.
- Advanced clinical knowledge through ongoing professional development activities, including workshops, conferences, and certifications.
- Achieved better pain management for patients through expert titration of medications according to their needs.
- Maintained high standards of infection control practices to prevent hospital-acquired infections in the ICU setting.
- Provided teaching opportunities for nursing students during clinical rotations in the ICU setting.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements by adhering to established policies, procedures, and protocols within the ICU setting.
- Supported the implementation of new technology and equipment in the ICU, facilitating more efficient patient care processes.
- Exhibited strong leadership skills while serving as charge nurse on assigned shifts, coordinating staff assignments and troubleshooting issues as they arose.
- Promoted patient safety by diligently monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and performing life-saving interventions.
- Facilitated timely decision-making with accurate documentation of patients'' conditions and effective communication with physicians.
- Increased patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care and emotional support to families during critical moments.
- Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals, and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
- Oversaw various aspects of telemetry by administering pa catheters and arterials, vasoactive drugs, titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation, and chest tubes.
- Trained and coached new employees on protocols and best practices to promote ideal patient outcomes.
- Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
- Coordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to devise, carry out, and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Reported findings to quality departments after conducting routine restraint audits and worked with team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
Education
Maryville University
Maryville University from PMHNP
05.2024
Oklahoma City University
BSN
05.2014
Oklahoma University
BA from Chemistry/Biochemistry
05.2008
Oklahoma City Community College
AS from Pre-dentistry
05.2006
Skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Quick learner
- Fast learner
- Problem-solving
- Computer skills
- Team collaboration
- Multitasking and organization
- Goal-oriented mindset
- Interpersonal and social skills
- Attention to detail
- Creative and resourceful
- Flexible schedule
- French fluency
- Complex Problem-solving
- Strong academic record
Certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- Texas Driver's License
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - American Heart Association.
Languages
French
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Accomplishments
- Clinical Skills - Monitored patients' respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Charting - Developed and organized 300+ charts for all new and current patients, routinely updating information for physician reference.
- Collaborated with team of healthcare professional in the development of hospital policies.
- Intensive Care - Responsible for unit of 18 patients, providing daily functions such as grooming, bathing, feeding and turning in bed.
- Patient Advocacy - Explained treatment procedures, medication risks, special diets and physician instructions to patients.
- Training - Trained team of staff nurses in medical office procedures to ensure consistent quality of care.
- Research - Completed group study focused on patient comfort, costs and test results, which resulted in increased patient satisfaction.
- Supervised team of 9 staff members.
- Documentation - Ensured charting accuracy through precise documentation.
- Supervision - Headed onboarding process for new nursing staff.
- Quality Assurance - Ensured and enforced medical office compliance with HIPAA, OSHA and CLIA regulations for maximum quality and control.
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Timeline
Intern
Holistic Health and Psychiatry
08.2023 - 05.2024
ICU Charge Nurse
03.2018 - Current
ICU Clinical Nurse
Various Hospital Over the Country
07.2014 - Current
Oklahoma City University
BSN
Oklahoma University
BA from Chemistry/Biochemistry
Oklahoma City Community College
AS from Pre-dentistry
Maryville University
Maryville University from PMHNP
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