MONICAH KINYANJUI
TACOMA,Washington
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with over 4 years experience in PCU with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN Floor Nurse
Washington Corrections Center For Women - Gig Harbor
Gig Harbor, WA
04.2022 - Current
- Complied with all security regulations within prison system and administered care in safest possible environment.
- Created and implemented care plans for prisoners suffering from chronic conditions.
- Treated variety of illnesses affecting offenders in close quarters.
- Stabilized prisoners suffering from falls, stab wounds or other injuries prior to hospital transfer.
- Performed mental health evaluations when warranted and recommended patients to therapists.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
- Accurately documented treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Adhered to strict safety measures by carefully determining proper dosages before administering medications.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Assessed and evaluated mental health needs, working with multidisciplinary team to initiate, manage and modify individualized care plans.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
NEURO TRAUMA PCU RN
MultiCare Tacoma General Hospital
TACOMA, WA
11.2019 - 04.2022
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Accurately documented treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use and disease management.
- Reviewed post-operative orders and continuously monitored patients' post-operative vitals, set up PCA and fluids and oriented patients to unit.
- Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
- Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care and discharge instructions.
- Identified patient care requirements by establishing personal rapport with patients and families.
- Assessed medical status of patients pre- and post-operation by checking vital parameters and supervising food intake.
RN
Cottesmore Of Life Care
TACOMA, WA
11.2018 - 11.2019
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Identified patient care requirements by establishing personal rapport with patients and families.
- Promoted patient independence by teaching self-care skills.
- Gathered patient health data through interviews and observation, documenting data in electronic records.
- Reported patients' status and delegated nurse assignments to achieve optimal outcomes.
- Formulated plans for nursing measures to restore, maintain and promote patients' physical and mental health.
- Vaccinated patients to protect individuals from measles, pneumonia, influenza and other illnesses of concern.
CNA
ST Joseph Medical Center
TACOMA, United States
02.2015 - 08.2018
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Seattle Central Community College
Seattle, WA08.2018
Pre Nursing Courses - Nursing
Tacoma Community College
Tacoma, WA05.2016
Skills
- Monitoring Vital Signs
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Patient Care Assessment
- Accurate Documentation
- Interpreting EKGs
- Nursing Assignments
- Pain Prevention
- Intramuscular Injections
- Patient Intervention
- Delegation and Motivation
- Treatment Recommendations
- Infection Control Procedures
- Patient Care Oversight
- Medication Management
- Wound Management
- Patient Admission
- Withdrawal Symptoms
- First Aid/CPR
- Active Listening
- Excellent Communication
- Organization and Time Management
- Patient Condition Monitoring
Certification
- RN License - 95280621
- BLS Certificate
- ACLS Certificate
Timeline
RN Floor Nurse
Washington Corrections Center For Women - Gig Harbor
04.2022 - Current
NEURO TRAUMA PCU RN
MultiCare Tacoma General Hospital
11.2019 - 04.2022
RN
Cottesmore Of Life Care
11.2018 - 11.2019
CNA
ST Joseph Medical Center
02.2015 - 08.2018
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Seattle Central Community College
Pre Nursing Courses - Nursing
Tacoma Community College
- RN License - 95280621
- BLS Certificate
- ACLS Certificate
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