OJIUGO DOROTHY ODOGWU
Corona,CA
Summary
Seasoned Board Certified nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting and interdisciplinary collaboration. Seeking a position as a Nurse Practitioner that offer greater autonomy.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse Practitioner
Kaiser Permanente
Riverside, CA
09.2023 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments to develop individualized treatment plans
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and streamline processes.
- Educated patients on health management and preventive care strategies to promote
- Utilized electronic health record systems for accurate documentation and efficient patient management.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Prescribed and managed pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments to treat underlying causes and relieve symptoms.
- Provided medical services and care to patients with chronic and acute conditions.
- Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
Nurse Practitioner
Molina Healthcare
Riverside, CA
12.2021 - 09.2023
- Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals, including physicians, case managers and social workers.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans for chronic conditions
- Conducted patient assessments via video and telephone and developed treatment for acute and chronic conditions
- Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
Staff RN
Saint Joseph Health System
Orange, CA
09.2012 - 11.2021
- Monitor, record, and report symptoms or changes in patients' conditions in a 20 bed critical care unit and modify patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and conditions.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
Registered Nurse
Kaiser Permanente Medical Group
Riverside, CA
03.2013 - 01.2022
- Direct or supervise nursing staff and other healthcare personnel in a fast paced primay care clinic
- Assess and triage patients to higher level of care
- Instruct and teach patients on various topics such as diabetes education, injections, disease prevention, medication and wound management Perform wide range of wound assessment and treatment
Staff RN
Torrance Memorial Medical Center
Torrance, CA
03.2009 - 09.2012
- Worked within interdisciplinary health care team to develop, implement and make adjustments to patient care plans, individualizing strategies and methods to improve health and meet recovery goals.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
Education
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
University of Texas
Arlington, TX05.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Mount Saint Mary's University
Los Angeles, CA05.2008
Bachelor of Science - Microbiology
University of Nigeria
Nsukka, Nigeria03.2001
Skills
- Skillful Communication
- Team player
- Patient and Reliable
- Attention to Detail, focused and fast learner
- Passionate and Hard working
Accomplishments
- Family Nurse Practitioner Certification (FNP-BC) July 2021
- Certified wound, ostomy and continence nurse (CWOCN) June 2017
- Certified medical surgical nurse (CMSN) May 2009
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification – Current
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) – Current
Affiliations
National Association of Nigerian Nurses in North America (NANNA) Member 2019
American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) July 2021
Timeline
Nurse Practitioner
Kaiser Permanente
09.2023 - Current
Nurse Practitioner
Molina Healthcare
12.2021 - 09.2023
Registered Nurse
Kaiser Permanente Medical Group
03.2013 - 01.2022
Staff RN
Saint Joseph Health System
09.2012 - 11.2021
Staff RN
Torrance Memorial Medical Center
03.2009 - 09.2012
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
University of Texas
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Mount Saint Mary's University
Bachelor of Science - Microbiology
University of Nigeria