Maureen Asimba
King County,WA
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support, quality-focused and efficiency-driven.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nursing Student
Evergreen Health - Emergency Department
10.2024 - Current
- Provided direct care to five-eight patients per shift under the supervision of the clinical preceptor (Assessments, Medication administration, Discharge/transfer and Patient Education).
- Worked alongside assigned preceptor to learn new procedures- Insertion of Foley catheters, placement of IV's, IV fluid administration, insertion of oral gastric tubes.
- Reviewed charts, doctor notes and test results to gather information on patients and collaborated with treatment team to develop optimal patient centered plan of care.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, medical history, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Conveyed treatment options, course of care, diagnosis information, medication side effects and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Performed triage on incoming patients, determined severity of injuries, illnesses and delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care to an average of 8 patients per shift.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
Lead Mental Health Technician
FAIRFAX BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
01.2019 - Current
- Monitor client progress and collaborate with healthcare team to track any patient behavioral changes that may be useful to healthcare providers.
- Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being.
- Escorted patients from unit to meals, activities, and visitation areas to maintain standard of safety and security.
- Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.
- Engaged with colleagues in treatment team meetings to promote positive patient treatment outcomes.
- Observed patient behaviors and mental status, documented and notified RN of unusual or potentially dangerous occurrences.
- Assisted with patient restraint and seclusion scenarios to create safe environment for patient and medical personnel.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients to create safe and supportive environment.
- Implemented evidence-based therapeutic interventions to help clients manage mental health difficulties.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions to help clients develop coping strategies and social skills.
Nursing Student
Evergreen Health - Medical Surgical Department
04.2024 - 06.2024
- Provided direct care to an average of two-three patients per shift under the supervision of the clinical preceptor (Assessments, Medication administration and Patient Education).
- Monitoring patients' vitals and reporting adverse reactions to medications.
- Providing patient education: Involving patients in education process by asking about their concerns, preferences, goals and understanding of treatment process.
- Delivering culturally competent care that respects each patient's individual beliefs..
- Assisting with laboratory screenings and delivering general bedside care.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Home Care CNA Aide – Lead CNA
A CARING TOUCH ADULT FAMILY HOME
02.2019 - 12.2019
- Observe, document, and reports changes in patient activity, vital signs, respiration, discomfort, intake, output, weight, and bleeding.
- Answers patient call lights; determine nature of problem; respond within scope and/or avail appropriate resources
- Assists with or prepares patient for transport including moving patient to and from bed to gurney or wheelchair
- Transports patients, patient belongings and valuables, blood products, supplies, pharmaceuticals, equipment, and specimens to and from various locations
- Maintained and updated records of patients' health conditions and progress, alerted primary caregivers and treatment team of medical crisis or complications
- Delivered home care support based on doctors' treatment programs as well as properly administered prescribed medication
- Supervised performance of basic household chores such as dish washing, changing bed linens, laundry and disposing trash.
- Observed and utilized appropriate techniques to help patients with their daily activities such as bathing, feeding, dressing, grooming, oral hygiene, skin care, exercise as well as assisted with bedpan or urinal
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines and participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
Education
Associates Degree of Nursing - Nursing
Lake Washington Institute of Technology
Washington06.2025
Skills
- Infection control standards
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Medical chart management
- IV management (insertion and removal)
- Documentation
- Vitals monitoring
- Clinical judgment
- Adaptability
- Multitasking Abilities
- IV drug therapy management
- Update electronic charts
- Medical Equipment Operation
- Time management abilities
- Basic Life Support and Stroke Patient Care
Certification
BLS- CPR
Timeline
Nursing Student
Evergreen Health - Emergency Department
10.2024 - Current
Nursing Student
Evergreen Health - Medical Surgical Department
04.2024 - 06.2024
Home Care CNA Aide – Lead CNA
A CARING TOUCH ADULT FAMILY HOME
02.2019 - 12.2019
Lead Mental Health Technician
FAIRFAX BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
01.2019 - Current
Associates Degree of Nursing - Nursing
Lake Washington Institute of Technology
BLS- CPR
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