MESHI NKEM
ALLEN,UNITED STATES
Summary
Registered Nurse with over 5 years of experience dedicated to enhancing patient recovery through collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. Skilled in developing personalized care plans and advocating for patient needs, resulting in improved satisfaction and health outcomes. Committed to fostering a supportive environment while ensuring high standards of care.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Post Acute Rehabilitating Hospital
Allen, TX
07.2025 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses in rehabilitation settings.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create personalized care plans.
- Educated patients and families on post-acute recovery processes and resources.
- Assisted with daily living activities to promote patient independence and comfort.
- Documented patient progress and communicated updates to healthcare providers.
- Conducted physical assessments to evaluate patient health status regularly.
- Implemented infection control measures to maintain a safe environment for patients.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
Care Giver
Grand Brook Memory Care
Allen, TX
01.2025 - 06.2025
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare team plan and implement effective treatment plans.
- Charted change in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Collected biological samples for routine laboratory testing to assist diagnostic process.
- Answered patients calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameter established by facility and supervisor.
- Addressed patient care need, collected vitals, dressed wound and managed catheter.
- Provided behavioral and emotional support and closely supervised patient suffering from dementia and Alzheimers.
- Directed implementation of improved patient care and documentation methods and procedures to achieve quality objective.
- Provided compassionate care to residents with memory impairments.
- Assisted with daily living activities, including bathing and dressing residents.
- Monitored resident health and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Engaged residents in meaningful activities to promote cognitive stimulation.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for all residents.
- Supported family members by offering emotional support and education.
- Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the client's care such as laundry and changing linens.
REGISTERED NURSE
Milpark Hospital
, South Africa
01.2019 - 01.2023
- Managed patient care daily, ensuring high standards of clinical excellence.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient recovery and satisfaction.
- Trained and mentored junior nurses, fostering a supportive and knowledgeable team environment.
- Conducted detailed patient assessments, leading to improved treatment outcomes and safety.
- Provided compassionate patient care, ensuring comfort and emotional support, which fostered trust and improved patient satisfaction scores.
- Administered medications and treatments, resulting in measurable improvements in patient recovery times and overall health outcomes.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions, enabling timely interventions that significantly reduced complications.
- Coordinated with healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans, enhancing patient engagement and adherence to treatment protocols.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations and facilitating seamless care transitions.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments, leading to marked gains in treatment outcomes and ensuring high safety standards.
- South Africa
CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT
Life Hospital
, South Africa
02.2017 - 12.2018
- Assisted patient with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirement and assisted with feeding.
- Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
- Responded to patient alarm and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
- Conducted routine checks on standard patient vitals, including blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
- Cleaned and sanitized rooms and equipment using aseptic technique to prevent infection and cross-contamination.
- South Africa
Education
DIPLOMA - REGISTERED NURSE
Netcare College
South AfricaSkills
- Time Management
- Team Collaboration
- Health Education
- Patient Advocacy
- Critical Thinking
- Administering medications
- Patient assessments
- Electronic medical records
- Infection control procedures
- Care plan development
- Patient education
- Interpersonal communication
- Cultural competency
- Patient care
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Post Acute Rehabilitating Hospital
07.2025 - Current
Care Giver
Grand Brook Memory Care
01.2025 - 06.2025
REGISTERED NURSE
Milpark Hospital
01.2019 - 01.2023
CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT
Life Hospital
02.2017 - 12.2018
DIPLOMA - REGISTERED NURSE
Netcare College