Michael Oranu
San Antonio,TX
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Geriatric Psych Nurse
Baptist Medical Center
San Antonio, TX
02.2025 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive mental health assessments for geriatric patients, ensuring accurate diagnoses and tailored care plans.
- Administered psychotropic medications, monitoring effectiveness and side effects to optimize patient treatment outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized therapeutic interventions for complex cases.
- Conducted group therapy sessions tailored to address common challenges faced by geriatric psychiatric patients.
- Educated patients and families about mental health disorders, treatments, and resources available for support.
- Managed challenging behaviors in the geriatric population using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and behavioral modification plans.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
Medical ICU/Transplant ICU Registered Nurse
Methodist Hospital Specialty & Transplant
San Antonio, TX
10.2024 - Current
- Landed kidney and liver transplant post-surgical patients.
- Performed advanced life support measures during emergency situations, contributing to successful resuscitations when required.
- Delivered high-quality care to critically ill patients, maintaining proper ventilator settings and managing medication administration.
- Demonstrated competency in the administration of various cardiac medications such as antiarrhythmics, anticoagulants, vasopressors, and inotropes for optimal therapeutic effects.
- Participated in code blue situations as an integral member of the resuscitation team, applying advanced life-saving techniques under high-stress scenarios.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Utilized electronic health records to document patient progress and ensure compliance with protocols.
- Monitored hemodynamic variances to identify signs of life-threatening complications.
Cardiac ICU Registered Nurse
Methodist Hospital
San Antonio, TX
03.2024 - 09.2024
- Demonstrated competency in the administration of various cardiac medications such as antiarrhythmics, anticoagulants, vasopressors, and inotropes for optimal therapeutic effects.
- Anticipated potential complications in high-risk cardiac patients through vigilant assessment of vital signs trends and EKG changes, initiating prompt interventions.
- Participated in code blue situations as an integral member of the resuscitation team, applying advanced life-saving techniques under high-stress scenarios.
- Utilized advanced technical skills to operate life-supporting equipment such as ventilators, intra-aortic balloon pumps, and extracorporeal membrane oxygenation machines.
- Provided continuous hemodynamic monitoring for critically ill patients, adjusting treatments accordingly to optimize outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for cardiac patients.
- Documented patient progress accurately in electronic health records for continuity of care.
- Produced care plans in alignment with physical, psychosocial and learning needs of patients, achieving commendations for compassionate treatment.
- Assisted physicians during procedures such as central line insertions and chest tube placements, ensuring safe and efficient completion.
Nurse Extern
HCA Healthcare: Methodist Hospital
San Antonio, TX
01.2023 - 02.2024
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to supervising nurses, ensuring timely interventions.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records, maintaining data integrity.
- Collaborated with supervising nurses to ensure quality care for all patients on the unit.
- Administered medications under supervision, ensuring accuracy and adherence to treatment plans.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Provided direct patient care, including bathing, feeding, and mobility assistance.
- Performed basic nursing skills such as inserting IVs, drawing blood samples, and monitoring vital signs accurately and efficiently.
911 Dispatcher
Bexar County
San Antonio, TX
09.2021 - 12.2022
- Managed emergency calls and prioritized dispatch based on urgency and location.
- Coordinated responses with law enforcement, fire, and medical services to ensure timely assistance.
- Utilized CAD systems to track incidents and relay information efficiently to first responders.
- Developed standardized communication protocols to enhance clarity during high-pressure situations.
- Monitored Police and Fire radios to provide assistance to responding personnel.
- Supported law enforcement officers during high-risk situations by providing vital background data on suspect locations or histories.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Galen College of Nursing
San Antonio, TX12-2023
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Texas A&M International
Laredo, TX07-2020
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Clinical judgment
- Care planning
- Emergency response
- High level of autonomy
- Licensed RN
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
- Critical care
- EMR systems
- Basic life support for health care providers (BLS)
- Teamwork and collaboration
Accomplishments
1X Daisy Award Winner and Recipient
Timeline
Geriatric Psych Nurse
Baptist Medical Center
02.2025 - Current
Medical ICU/Transplant ICU Registered Nurse
Methodist Hospital Specialty & Transplant
10.2024 - Current
Cardiac ICU Registered Nurse
Methodist Hospital
03.2024 - 09.2024
Nurse Extern
HCA Healthcare: Methodist Hospital
01.2023 - 02.2024
911 Dispatcher
Bexar County
09.2021 - 12.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Galen College of Nursing
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Texas A&M International