Nneka Akubue
Greenville,United States
Summary
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY Newly graduated Psychiatric -mental health Nurse practitioner, with natural interpersonal strengths, and technical abilities.
Developed strong skills in client assessment and treatment planning within behavioral health setting. Effective in communication and problem-solving, with focus on improving patient outcomes. Looking to transition into new field where these skills can be applied and further developed.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Behavioral health
ECU HEALTH
07.2024 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments as directed and appropriate for patient's medical care in collaboration with a multi-disciplinary team.
- Assess patients, provide psychotherapy
- Rounding on patient
- Collect lab specimens, ordering, and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Observed patient's heart rate, blood pressure, and respiration for signs of distress.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress, and medication side effects.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting fundamental rights, values, and beliefs.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies, and standards of care.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate a safe, clean patient environment.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications, and coordinated treatment with other critical care team members.
- Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
2S Medical -surgical Unit Nurse
ECU HEALTH
05.2023 - 06.2024
- Administered medications and treatments as directed and appropriate for patient's medical care in collaboration with a multi-disciplinary team.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering, and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Observed patient's heart rate, blood pressure, and respiration for signs of distress.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress, and medication side effects.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting fundamental rights, values, and beliefs.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies, and standards of care.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate a safe, clean patient environment.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions, and provided home care strategies.
Rehabilitation Registered Nurse
Ogrady Peyton/AMN Health/ ECU Health
04.2021 - 05.2023
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Collected lab specimens, ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Maintained thorough, accurate, and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate a safe, clean patient environment.
- Educated patients on how to live with and appropriately manage chronic illnesses and injuries.
- Structured, comprehensive individual recovery plans to assist patients with chronic illnesses and long-term disabilities.
- Responded to emergencies with speed, expertise, and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support, and life-saving interventions.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Advocated for patient needs with the interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before patient administration.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors, and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Lagos University Hospital
03.2017 - 03.2021
- Administered medications and treatments as directed and appropriate for patient's medical care in collaboration with a multi-disciplinary team.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Collected lab specimens, ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Observed patient's heart rate, blood pressure, and respiration for signs of distress.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress, and medication side effects.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting fundamental rights, values, and beliefs.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies, and standards of care.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate a safe, clean patient environment.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications, and coordinated treatment with other critical care team members.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Hygeia HMO - Crystal Specialist Hospital
07.2015 - 12.2016
- Administered medications and treatments as directed and appropriate for patient's medical care in collaboration with a multi-disciplinary team.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Collected lab specimens, ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Observed patient's heart rate, blood pressure, and respiration for signs of distress.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress, and medication side effects.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages, and documented patient conditions.
- Maintained thorough, accurate, and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting fundamental rights, values, and beliefs.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies, and standards of care.
Case Manager
Hygeia HMO
01.2013 - 02.2015
- Developed appropriate care plans for at-risk individuals and high-risk families.
- Coordinated support services and optimized communication between healthcare workers and patients.
- Scheduled follow-up home visits post-crisis to evaluate the status of the client.
- Wrote reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
- Interviewed clients to highlight needs and develop personalized health care plans.
- Encouraged clients to articulate expectations and goals for successful rehabilitation.
- Obtained authorizations for treatments and services to present clients with lower cost but equally effective plans.
- Initiated a client-centered care plan reflecting the client's readiness for change and activation.
- Monitored and kept meticulous records of patient treatment plans and patients' responses to medication.
- Transitioned clients to different providers based on progress or needs.
- Administered initial and regular psychosocial assessments to develop and implement individualized service plans.
- Participated in regular team meetings and on in-house training sessions to boost group effectiveness.
- Provided case management services, including intake, assessment, crisis intervention, advocacy, referral, and monitoring of families.
- Advocated for clients by obtaining information regarding treatment options and clinical status.
Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse
Obio Cottage Hospital
11.2009 - 11.2012
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Collected lab specimens, ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages, and documented patient conditions.
- Maintained thorough, accurate, and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting fundamental rights, values, and beliefs.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate a safe, clean patient environment.
- Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
Registered Nurse
Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital
02.2007 - 02.2009
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Collected lab specimens, ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages, and documented patient conditions.
- Maintained thorough, accurate, and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Provided patient and family health education on self-management, prevention, and wellness.
- Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
- Acted as a patient advocate and implemented total patient care through the team nursing process.
Education
Master of Science - Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN07-2025
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ10.2022
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
School of Nursing Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital Ihiala
11.2006
Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Compassionate and Caring
- Critical Thinking
- Direct Patient Care
- Decision Making
- Accurate Documentation
- Patient Care Assessment
- Clear Patient Communication
- Creative Problem Solving
- Strong diagnostic skills
- Critical thinking skills
- Clinical Judgment rooted in Evidence-Based Practices
- Electronic Health Record- EPIC
- Behavioral health experience
- Behavioral health module
- Behavioral health care
- Behavioral health assessment
Certification
LICENSURE AND CERTIFICATIONS
American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certification Board, September, 2025.
Registered Nurse- North Carolina, Multi -State. January 2027
American Heart Association - ACLS Feb/2025
American Heart Association - BLS Feb/2025
ECU CLS by Barbi -Legal nurse consultant Feb/2024
Timeline
Behavioral health
ECU HEALTH
07.2024 - Current
2S Medical -surgical Unit Nurse
ECU HEALTH
05.2023 - 06.2024
Rehabilitation Registered Nurse
Ogrady Peyton/AMN Health/ ECU Health
04.2021 - 05.2023
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Lagos University Hospital
03.2017 - 03.2021
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Hygeia HMO - Crystal Specialist Hospital
07.2015 - 12.2016
Case Manager
Hygeia HMO
01.2013 - 02.2015
Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse
Obio Cottage Hospital
11.2009 - 11.2012
Registered Nurse
Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital
02.2007 - 02.2009
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
School of Nursing Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital Ihiala
Master of Science - Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Walden University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
Grand Canyon University
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