Nkem Onyeagba
Rosharon,TX
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience at UT-HCPC/DUNN, excelling in patient assessment and care planning. Proven ability to lead teams and train staff, ensuring optimal patient outcomes. Skilled in emergency response and effective communication, fostering collaboration among multidisciplinary teams to enhance care quality. Recognized for commitment to patient safety and satisfaction.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse III
UT-HCPC/DUNN
Houston, Texas
01.2023 - Current
- Relieved house supervisor by coordinating schedules, liaising with admissions and units for proper bed control, and supervising nursing care activities during shifts to maintain optimum patient care standards.
- Relieved house supervisor, coordinated schedules, liaised with admissions and units for effective bed control, and supervised nursing care activities during shifts to ensure optimum patient care in alignment with institutional policy objectives.
- Served as house supervisor by coordinating schedules, liaising with admissions and units for proper bed control, and supervising nursing care activities to maintain optimum patient care standards.
Registered Nurse II
UT-HCPC/DUNN
Houston, Texas
11.2017 - 01.2023
- Assessed patient’s medical and psychiatric needs, planned and implemented care plans, and evaluated patient responses to treatments.
- Coordinated and managed unit activities as charge nurse, ensuring alignment with client needs and quality standards.
- Documented patient care and outcomes, participating in regular team conferences to enhance care coordination.
- Facilitated discharge planning for patients and families, ensuring smooth transitions and continuity of care.
Charge nurse
West Oaks Psychiatric Hospital
Houston, Texas
06.2016 - 11.2017
- Led and coordinated unit activities during emergency codes to maintain safety for clients and staff.
- Coordinated staff and unit activities to deliver high-quality nursing care through effective staff assignments.
- Advocated for clients by collaborating with doctors, therapists, and case managers to meet their needs.
Senior Public Safety Officer (F.T.O)
The University of Texas Police Department at Houston
Houston, Texas
11.2006 - 06.2016
- Supervised and trained Public Safety Officers, presented departmental policies and procedures to staff, and patrolled all persons entering The University of Texas M.D. Anderson facilities to prevent theft and vandalism.
- Earned the Team of Teams Award (June 2016).
- Monitored campus locations to ensure safety and security for students and staff.
- Responded to emergency situations, providing immediate assistance and coordination with local authorities.
- Conducted patrols of university grounds, identifying potential hazards and reporting incidents.
Security supervisor
Terrace Security Company
Houston, Texas
02.2003 - 11.2006
- Supervised staff payroll, ensuring timely and accurate processing.
- Provided concierge service to residents in 33-story high-rise condo, enhancing resident satisfaction and community engagement.
- Honored with DVD Home Theater as recognition for exceptional service delivery.
Customer service Associate
Auchan Hypermarket
Houston, Texas
11.2001 - 02.2003
- Assisted customers with sales inquiries to enhance purchasing experience
- Provided exceptional customer support in fast-paced retail environment.
- Assisted customers with product inquiries and purchase decisions.
- Processed transactions accurately using POS systems.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of St. Thomas School of Nursing
Houston, Texas05.2014
Associate Degree - Science
Houston Community College
Houston, Texas05.2011
Skills
- patient assessment
- critical care management
- care planning
- patient intake assessment
- patient documentation
- nursing protocols
- clinical supervision
- EPIC charting
- emergency response
- emergency preparedness
- Infection control measures
- Documentation reporting
- Customer service
- team collaboration
- staff training
- critical thinking
- problem solving
- effective communication
- Maintaining privacy
- Patient support
- Patient support
Languages
- English, oral and written
- Igbo, oral and written
Timeline
Registered Nurse III
UT-HCPC/DUNN
01.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse II
UT-HCPC/DUNN
11.2017 - 01.2023
Charge nurse
West Oaks Psychiatric Hospital
06.2016 - 11.2017
Senior Public Safety Officer (F.T.O)
The University of Texas Police Department at Houston
11.2006 - 06.2016
Security supervisor
Terrace Security Company
02.2003 - 11.2006
Customer service Associate
Auchan Hypermarket
11.2001 - 02.2003
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of St. Thomas School of Nursing
Associate Degree - Science
Houston Community College