Martha Nwodo-ugo
East Moline,IL
Summary
Experienced USRN with a diverse nursing background in labor and delivery, operating theater/PACU, and medical surgical units in Nigeria for over a decade. Recently obtained NCLEX USRN certification to expand skills and now eager to apply nursing expertise for the betterment of humanity.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
RN, Medical-Surgical
Genesis Medical Center
Silvis, IL
04.2022 - Current
- Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
- Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
RN
Federal Ministry Of Health
Enugu, Nigeria
02.2012 - 03.2022
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Provided didactic and clinical instructions to orient new nurses and potential student nurses to achieve training outcomes.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Oversaw delivery of care for patients on medical-surgical unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians, and unit clerks.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, and other conditions.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
RN, Medical-Surgical
Federal Ministry Of Health
Ebute-metta, Lagos, Nigeria
10.2005 - 02.2012
- Prioritized critical thinking skills in assessing patient conditions, leading to timely interventions that prevented complications or deterioration of health status.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care to a diverse population of patients.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to recognize early signs of complications, allowing for timely interventions and preventing adverse outcomes.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective communication and collaboration with colleagues and supervisors.
Education
B.NSc. - Nursing Science
National Open University,
09.2015
Diploma - Anesthesia
Post Basic Nurse Anesthetist Program,
11.2010
Diploma - Midwifery
School of Midwifery, Post Basic Nursing Programs.
03.2002
Certificate/diploma - Basic Nursing
School of Nursing, Ahmadu Bello University Teachi
05.2000
Grade Two Teachers Certificate - Primary Education
Women Teachers College
07.1993
Skills
- Patient Education
- Crisis Prevention Intervention
- Operation Preparation
- Pain Prevention
- Clear Patient Communication
- Medication Side Effect Knowledge
- Treatment Plan Modification
- Blood Product Transfusion
- Patient Admission
- IV Administration
- Anesthetic Administration
- Nursing Process
- Disease Processes
- Patient and Family Education
- ADLs Assistance
- Medical Procedure Preparation
- Pain Management Techniques
- Chest Tubes
- Patient Health Information Access
- Update Electronic Charts
- Nursing Performance Assessment
- Patient Care and Monitoring
- PICC Lines
- Needs Assessment
- Test Interpretations
- Diagnostic Test Evaluations
- Care Planning
- Cognitive Psychology
- Monitoring Vital Signs
- Acute and Chronic Pain
- Patient Management
- Disaster Site Triaging
- Wound Care
- Compassionate and Caring
- Routine Examinations
- Nursing Intervention Adjustment
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Immunizations and Vaccinations
- Documenting Vitals
- Seizure Disorders
- Delegation and Motivation
- Medication Administration
- Patient Care Assessment
- EMR Systems
- Intramuscular Injections
Timeline
RN, Medical-Surgical
Genesis Medical Center
04.2022 - Current
RN
Federal Ministry Of Health
02.2012 - 03.2022
RN, Medical-Surgical
Federal Ministry Of Health
10.2005 - 02.2012
Diploma - Anesthesia
Post Basic Nurse Anesthetist Program,
Diploma - Midwifery
School of Midwifery, Post Basic Nursing Programs.
Certificate/diploma - Basic Nursing
School of Nursing, Ahmadu Bello University Teachi
Grade Two Teachers Certificate - Primary Education
Women Teachers College
B.NSc. - Nursing Science
National Open University,