Nnaemeka Onuoha
Albuquerque,NM
Summary
Dynamic and impact-driven Registered Nurse with over 13 years of diverse experience in acute care, medical-surgical, long-term care, and psychiatric settings. Expertise in medical-surgical telemetry and progressive care nursing, complemented by recent roles in inpatient psychiatric hospitals and forensic psychiatry within correctional facilities. Proficient in trauma-informed care, crisis de-escalation, suicide prevention, and therapeutic communication, with a strong focus on managing complex psychiatric conditions while ensuring the safety and dignity of patients and staff. Actively pursuing advanced practice credentials to enhance leadership capabilities in delivering integrated mental health services to underserved communities.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse: Psychiatry and Behavioral Health
Colorado Mental Health Hospital
Pueblo, Colorado
08.2025 - Current
- Delivered psychiatric nursing care to patients with mood disorders, schizophrenia, substance use disorders.
- Collaborated with psychiatrists, therapists, and social workers to develop individualized care plans.
- Partnered with families and caregivers to build supportive environments and reduce hospitalization risk.
- Ensured the delivery of holistic care by addressing physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of patients throughout their treatment journeys.
- Assisted physicians in diagnostic evaluations by collecting pertinent information and preparing patients for examinations or procedures.
- Built trust with patients from various cultural backgrounds through culturally competent care practices tailored to individual needs.
- Collaborated proactively with psychiatrists to adjust treatment plans based on observed changes in symptoms or behavior patterns among patients.
- Demonstrated adaptability by providing coverage in various psychiatric units as needed, maintaining high standards of care across diverse patient populations.
- Performed patient assessments to monitor expected response to medications and altering treatment plans.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Ensured patient safety by closely monitoring behaviors, administering medications as prescribed, and intervening during incidents of aggression or selfharm.
Registered Nurse
Aspirus Hospital
Rhinelander, WI
06.2025 - 07.2025
- Delivered trauma-informed care to patients with schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and substance use disorders.
- Responded to behavioral crises using therapeutic interventions and safety-first protocols.
- Oversaw suicidal and aggressive patients with compassion and vigilance.
Registered Nurse – Med-Surg
Altru Health
Grand Forks, ND
02.2025 - 05.2025
- Conducted MSEs, monitored for suicidal ideation, and maintained a therapeutic milieu.
- Administered psychotropics and tracked adverse effects.
- Managed comorbid psychiatric needs in a high-acuity Medical-surgical Telemetry unit.
- Decreased patient complications through diligent monitoring of vital signs, lab results, and other telemetry data.
- Enhanced patient care by accurately interpreting cardiac monitor readings and promptly reporting critical findings to healthcare team.
- Administered prescribed medications safely and effectively while closely monitoring potential side effects or adverse reactions.
- Enhanced teamwork within the telemetry unit through active participation in daily huddles, shift handoffs, and collaborative problem-solving sessions.
- Maintained accurate and comprehensive electronic health records for all patients under care, facilitating seamless communication among healthcare team members and continuity of care across shifts.
Registered Nurse – Med-Surg
Metrowest Hospital
Framingham, MA
05.2024 - 12.2024
- Blended medical and psychiatric nursing interventions for complex patient populations.
- Collaborated across disciplines to adjust care based on evolving psychiatric symptoms.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Registered Nurse – PCU
Monument Health
Rapid City, SD
01.2023 - 02.2024
- Delivered acute psychiatric care in a high-acuity hospital setting.
- Provided cardiac and respiratory support for patients with psychiatric comorbidities.
- Participated in early agitation detection and de-escalation protocols.
- Monitored cardiac and other critical vital signs to detect changes and enable intervention of life-threatening or emergency situations.
- Served as an effective liaison between physicians, other healthcare providers, patients, and family members while coordinating optimal care planning efforts for each patient''s unique situation.
- Provided critical care to complex cardiac patients, reducing readmission rates and improving overall health.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
Registered Nurse – PCU
Heart Hospital of NM @ Lovelace
Albuquerque, NM
03.2018 - 09.2020
- Treated patients with coexisting cardiac and psychiatric needs.
- Conducted safety rounds and monitored for withdrawal and suicidal ideation.
- Maintained high standards of safety by adhering to infection control protocols, administering medications accurately, and monitoring for adverse reactions.
- Completed daily assessments and documented information in electronic medical records.
- Implemented physician orders and tracked progress against care plan to assess results.
- Conducted continuous cardiac monitoring on patients stepping down from ICU care.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ01.2021
Post-Basic Diploma - Cardiothoracic Nursing
School of Cardiothoracic Nursing
Enugu01.2010
Associate Degree - Nursing
School of Nursing, Ministry of Health
Owerri01.2008
Skills
- Inpatient Psychiatric Nursing & Forensic Psychiatry
- Suicide Risk Assessment & Crisis De-escalation
- Psychotropic Medication Administration & Monitoring
- Substance Abuse, Detox & Withdrawal Management
- Mental Status Examination (MSE) & Behavioral Observation
- Trauma-Informed, Culturally Competent Care
- EMR Documentation (EPIC, Cerner, PCC)
- Therapeutic Communication & Milieu Management
- Progress monitoring
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Wound care
Certification
- RN – Compact Multi-State (NM) #88577 | Exp. 05/2027
- BLS, ACLS & PALS – American Heart Association | Exp. 05/2027
Additional Experience
- RN – Marshfield Medical Center, WI (2021–2022)
- RN – MS/Tele/LTAC – Various Facilities in AR, CA, NM, VA (2019–2021)
- LTC & Rehab RN – Genesis Healthcare & AMG, NM (2017–2019)
Timeline
Registered Nurse: Psychiatry and Behavioral Health
Colorado Mental Health Hospital
08.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse
Aspirus Hospital
06.2025 - 07.2025
Registered Nurse – Med-Surg
Altru Health
02.2025 - 05.2025
Registered Nurse – Med-Surg
Metrowest Hospital
05.2024 - 12.2024
Registered Nurse – PCU
Monument Health
01.2023 - 02.2024
Registered Nurse – PCU
Heart Hospital of NM @ Lovelace
03.2018 - 09.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Post-Basic Diploma - Cardiothoracic Nursing
School of Cardiothoracic Nursing
Associate Degree - Nursing
School of Nursing, Ministry of Health