OGONNA ANAKOR
Dumfries,Virginia
Summary
Skilled nursing professional with more than six years of experience and passion for providing highest quality of behavioral and medical care. Compassionate and empathetic advocate for patients and families. Skillfully assesses health status, develops diagnoses and manages care for patients with acute and chronic concerns. Experienced in structured and unstructured environments, smoothly coordinating multiple activities and competing priorities.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
STAFF RN II
George Washington University Hospital
08.2023 - Current
- Compassionately and empathically care for approximately 4 - 6 patient each scheduled 12-hour work shift.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to make quick decisions in high-pressure situations, prioritizing patient needs and addressing emergent issues promptly.
- Monitored vital signs, lab results, and other indicators to detect changes in patients'' conditions promptly.
- Served as a preceptor for new nurses, sharing knowledge, expertise, and best practices to improve their skills and confidence.
- Participated in unit-based quality improvement initiatives focused on enhancing patient outcomes through process improvements.
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based practices and individualized care plans.
- Maintained clinical competency through ongoing professional development activities such as workshops, seminars, conferences, and certifications related to nursing practice.
- Advocated for the needs of patients within the healthcare system while maintaining confidentiality and respecting patients'' rights.
- Reduced medication errors through meticulous charting and close collaboration with the healthcare team.
- Supported patients'' emotional well-being by building trust-based relationships and practicing active listening techniques.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
- Implemented appropriate interventions based on assessment findings to maintain or improve patients'' health status.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by providing compassionate, attentive, and empathetic care.
- Provided education on disease management, self-care techniques, and preventive measures to patients and families.
STAFF RN II
Sibley Memorial Hospital
11.2019 - 08.2023
- Utilized critical thinking skills to make quick decisions in high-pressure situations, prioritizing patient needs and addressing emergent issues promptly.
- Monitored vital signs, lab results, and other indicators to detect changes in patients'' conditions promptly.
- Served as a preceptor for new nurses, sharing knowledge, expertise, and best practices to improve their skills and confidence.
- Participated in unit-based quality improvement initiatives focused on enhancing patient outcomes through process improvements.
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based practices and individualized care plans.
- Maintained clinical competency through ongoing professional development activities such as workshops, seminars, conferences, and certifications related to nursing practice.
- Advocated for the needs of patients within the healthcare system while maintaining confidentiality and respecting patients'' rights.
- Reduced medication errors through meticulous charting and close collaboration with the healthcare team.
- Supported patients'' emotional well-being by building trust-based relationships and practicing active listening techniques.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
- Implemented appropriate interventions based on assessment findings to maintain or improve patients'' health status.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by providing compassionate, attentive, and empathetic care.
- Provided education on disease management, self-care techniques, and preventive measures to patients and families.
STUDENT WORKER
PMHNP Student
08.2020 - 04.2023
- Diagnosed psychiatric disorders and mental health conditions
- Developed practice protocols for mental health problems, based on review, and evaluation of published research
- Documented patients' medical and psychological histories, physical assessment results, diagnoses, treatment plans, prescriptions, or outcomes
- Participated in treatment team conferences regarding diagnosis and treatment of difficult cases
- Evaluated patients' behavior to formulate diagnoses and assessed treatments.
- Took and followed detailed directions from others.
- Worked in team environment to maintain high levels of productivity.
STAFF RN II
Warren Memorial Hospital
08.2018 - 11.2019
- Utilized critical thinking skills to make quick decisions in high-pressure situations, prioritizing patient needs and addressing emergent issues promptly.
- Monitored vital signs, lab results, and other indicators to detect changes in patients'' conditions promptly.
- Served as a preceptor for new nurses, sharing knowledge, expertise, and best practices to improve their skills and confidence.
- Participated in unit-based quality improvement initiatives focused on enhancing patient outcomes through process improvements.
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based practices and individualized care plans.
- Maintained clinical competency through ongoing professional development activities such as workshops, seminars, conferences, and certifications related to nursing practice.
- Advocated for the needs of patients within the healthcare system while maintaining confidentiality and respecting patients'' rights.
- Reduced medication errors through meticulous charting and close collaboration with the healthcare team.
- Supported patients'' emotional well-being by building trust-based relationships and practicing active listening techniques.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
- Implemented appropriate interventions based on assessment findings to maintain or improve patients'' health status.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by providing compassionate, attentive, and empathetic care.
- Provided education on disease management, self-care techniques, and preventive measures to patients and families.
SECURITY PATROL/CONTROL ROOM OFFICER
G4S SEURITY SOLUTIONS
06.2014 - 07.2018
- Played a key role in the successful handling of various emergency situations, providing critical support and coordination to ensure swift resolution and minimal impact on operations.
- Supported emergency response efforts by providing real-time updates on evolving situations and coordinating resources as needed.
- Assisted in the onboarding and training of new control room staff, sharing expertise and best practices while fostering a positive team environment.
- Participated in regular briefings with management teams, providing status updates on ongoing initiatives or potential areas requiring attention within the control room setting.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
Post University
Connecticut05.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nusing
George Washington University School of Nursing
Ashburn, VA05.2018
Associate of Science - General Science
Northern Virginia Community College
Wordbridge, VA08.2016
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
University of Benin
Benin City05.1995
Skills
- Dedication
- Compassionate Patient Care
- Attention to detail
- Interpersonal communication
- Mental and Physical Care
- Medical Evaluations
- Psychiatric Evaluation
- Building Rapport and Trust
- Accurate Electronic Charting and Documentation
- Effective Patient Education
- Care Plan Development
- Patient Care Assessment
- Inter-Disciplinary Collaboration
- Effective Patient Communication
Certification
- ANCC PMHNP-BC
- Registered Nurse VA
- Registered Nurse DC
- ACLS
- BLS
- NIH Stroke Certification
Timeline
STAFF RN II
George Washington University Hospital
08.2023 - Current
STUDENT WORKER
PMHNP Student
08.2020 - 04.2023
STAFF RN II
Sibley Memorial Hospital
11.2019 - 08.2023
STAFF RN II
Warren Memorial Hospital
08.2018 - 11.2019
SECURITY PATROL/CONTROL ROOM OFFICER
G4S SEURITY SOLUTIONS
06.2014 - 07.2018
Master of Science - Nursing
Post University
Bachelor of Science - Nusing
George Washington University School of Nursing
Associate of Science - General Science
Northern Virginia Community College
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
University of Benin
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