Nelson Nyakiba
Grand Prairie,TX
Summary
Caring, hardworking and service-oriented nurse with around 5 years of experience. Well-versed in offering evidence-based, therapeutic care. Collaborative and motivational leader with expertise in training new nursing staff while providing top-notch service to patient populations. Seasoned RN Supervisor with background in high-pressure healthcare environments. Display strong leadership skills and knowledge in all aspects of patient care, including overseeing nursing staff and coordinating patient treatment plans. Demonstrated ability to implement effective nursing practices that improve patient outcomes. Recognized for providing compassionate patient care while streamlining processes to enhance efficiency.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN
Pediatric Home Service
Richardson, TX
11.2024 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments according to care plans.
- Provided emotional support and counseling to patients and families.
- Trained new nursing staff on protocols and best practices for patient care.
RN
Avir of Richland Hills
Richland Hills, TX
12.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care.
- Assisted in developing individualized care plans based on patient needs.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
RN
Aveanna Heathcare
Fort Worth, TX
11.2022 - 11.2024
- Administered medications and treatments according to care plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care.
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health record systems.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
RN Psych Nurse
Perimeter Behavioral hospital
Arlington , TX
04.2022 - 10.2022
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
Registered Nurse
Brentwood Place one
Dallas, TX
08.2021 - 04.2022
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Updated physicians on patient test results and assisted in developing care plans.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Supervised nurse administration of oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients as prescribed, monitoring responses for adverse reactions.
Registered Nurse
Will O Bell
Bartlett, TX
08.2019 - 07.2021
- Treated patients suffering from chronic and acute medical concerns, including asthma, seizure disorders and pneumonia.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery by closely monitoring and caring for wounds, answering questions and educating about continued care strategies.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Aveanna Heathcare
Temple, TX
12.2017 - 09.2020
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
- Cared for patients' acute and chronic wounds by changing dressings and applying medicated compounds.
- Worked with registered nurses to deliver comprehensive, high-quality care to patients.
- Inserted, cared for and removed patients' catheters and monitored fluid output.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Village Creek Nursing Center
Fort Worth, TX
09.2016 - 04.2018
- Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies.
- Monitored infection control procedures to verify facility-wide health and safety.
- Directed implementation of improved patient care and documentation methods and procedures to achieve quality objectives.
- Kept EHR updated with patients' vital statistics, tracking metrics and observations about behaviors or responses.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Immanuel's Healthcare
Fort Worth, TX
09.2015 - 10.2016
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Communicated concerns regarding clients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Huguley Nursing & Rehab
Burleson, TX
12.2014 - 11.2015
- Communicated concerns regarding clients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
- Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
- Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain and optimize patient outcomes.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Temple College
Temple, TX05.2021
Nursing Diploma - Vocational Nursing
Concorde Career College
Grand Prairie, TX10.2012
Skills
- Patient monitoring
- Unit administration
- Medical screening
- Taking vitals
- Strong medical ethic
- Health and wellness expertise
- Nursing staff leadership
- Palliative and Pain Management
Certification
- Licensed Registered Nurse 1044924 - 2021
Timeline
RN
Pediatric Home Service
11.2024 - Current
RN
Avir of Richland Hills
12.2022 - Current
RN
Aveanna Heathcare
11.2022 - 11.2024
RN Psych Nurse
Perimeter Behavioral hospital
04.2022 - 10.2022
Registered Nurse
Brentwood Place one
08.2021 - 04.2022
Registered Nurse
Will O Bell
08.2019 - 07.2021
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Aveanna Heathcare
12.2017 - 09.2020
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Village Creek Nursing Center
09.2016 - 04.2018
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Immanuel's Healthcare
09.2015 - 10.2016
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Huguley Nursing & Rehab
12.2014 - 11.2015
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Temple College
Nursing Diploma - Vocational Nursing
Concorde Career College