Ogechukwu Okoye
West Fargo,ND
Summary
Patient-centered care driven Registered nurse with years of experience in caring for patients in medical and surgical settings. Smoothly deliver comprehensive patient care and delegate tasks according to patient needs and personnel skillsets. Dedicated to providing top-quality care within multidisciplinary team environment.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Sanford Health
Fargo, ND
10.2022 - Current
- Assessment , planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing care for assigned patients.
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Collaborated with physiciansand other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- instruct patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
- Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
Registered Nurse (Adult)
Queen Alexandra Hospital Portsmouth NHS
Portsmouth, United Kingdom
11.2018 - 09.2022
- Responsibilities: Provision of a safe, effective and efficient care environment for patients, relatives and carers
- Assessment, planning, Implementation and Evaluation of care under indirect supervision from senior staff
- Demonstrate procedures and supervise delegated duties
- Adhering to NMC codes and Trust policies and guidelines at all times.
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
Emergency Room Nurse
Reddington Multi-specialist Hospital
Lagos, Lagos
12.2013 - 10.2018
- Performed assessments and triaged patients based on acuity level.
- Ensured patient safety by monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and providing effective pain management.
- Assisted physicians with procedures such as intubations, central line insertions, chest tube insertions, lumbar punctures, and suturing of wounds.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient records in accordance with hospital policy.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess emergent conditions and initiate appropriate interventions in a timely manner.
- Developed plans of care for each patient based on individual needs and clinical assessment findings.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to ensure optimal outcomes for patients.
- Provided education to family members about disease processes, medications, and nutrition.
- Monitored supply inventory levels and placed orders as necessary.
- Stabilized patients, determined health needs, and provided direct patient care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ05-2024
Diploma in Accident and Emergency Nursing -
School of post basic Accident and emergency; National Orthopedic Hospital. Igbobi Lagos
11.2012
Senior Secondary School Certificate -
Girls High School. Obosi
06.2011
Registered Nurse -
Anambra State School of Nursing. Nkpor
11.2005
Skills
- Problem Solving
- Excellent Communication skills
- Electronic Health Records Management
- Care Planning
- Culturally-sensitive care
- Mobility Assistance
- Emergency Response
- ADL Assistance
- Infectious disease control
- Wound Care
- Palliative and Pain Management
- Gastrostomy tube care
- Patient discharging
- Seizure Management
- Emotional Intelligence
- SBAR communication
- Staff Supervision
- Patient Evaluation
- Epic EHR Management
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Sanford Health
10.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse (Adult)
Queen Alexandra Hospital Portsmouth NHS
11.2018 - 09.2022
Emergency Room Nurse
Reddington Multi-specialist Hospital
12.2013 - 10.2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Diploma in Accident and Emergency Nursing -
School of post basic Accident and emergency; National Orthopedic Hospital. Igbobi Lagos
Senior Secondary School Certificate -
Girls High School. Obosi
Registered Nurse -
Anambra State School of Nursing. Nkpor
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