Nneka Uwaemelu
Baton Rouge,Louisiana
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse with over 2 years of experience providing patient centered care in obstetrics, gynecology, and maternal health. Skilled in patient advocacy, care coordination, health education and preventative care. Passionate about improving women’s health outcomes through evidence based practice and public health initiatives.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Assessment Center
Woman's Hospital
08.2023 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care for pregnant and postpartum women needing emergent care.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care protocols.
- Utilized electronic health records for accurate documentation and streamlined communication among staff.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate patient conditions, implementing timely interventions as necessary.
- Advocated for patients' needs, ensuring a compassionate approach to their healthcare experience.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Serve on unit and hospital committees.
Data Management/Data Analysis Intern
Louisiana Office of Public Health STD/HIV Program
05.2014 - 06.2015
- Analyzed public health data to identify trends in STD/HIV incidence and prevalence.
- Utilized statistical software to perform data cleaning and validation processes.
- Assisted in the creation of educational materials based on analysis findings.
- Work with minor supervision to:
- Provide data management support for HIV special projects
Analyze STD/HIV surveillance and program data
Enter and edit forms and run routine quality assurance programs
Assist Data Management/Analysis Unit Manager with other tasks, as requested.
Create GIS maps for HIV surveillance using ARCGIS.
Contract Registered Nurse
Mollen Immunization Clinics
08.2011 - 09.2012
- Administered immunizations and monitored patient reactions to ensure safety and efficacy.
- Educated patients on vaccine schedules and importance of immunization for community health.
- Maintained accurate records of vaccinations administered using electronic health record systems.
- Conducted health screenings and assessments to identify patient needs prior to vaccination administration.
- Implemented infection control measures to minimize risks during immunization sessions.
Education
Master of Science - Public Health, Epidemiology
Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center
New Orleans, LA05-2015
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center
New Orleans, LA05-2011
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Intravenous therapy
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
- Licensed RN
- EMR systems
- Emergency response
Certification
- BLS - Basic Life Support
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- ACLS - Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
- NRP - Neonatal Resuscitation Program
- TNCC - Trauma Nursing Core Course
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Assessment Center
Woman's Hospital
08.2023 - Current
Data Management/Data Analysis Intern
Louisiana Office of Public Health STD/HIV Program
05.2014 - 06.2015
Contract Registered Nurse
Mollen Immunization Clinics
08.2011 - 09.2012
Master of Science - Public Health, Epidemiology
Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center