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Okeke Nkeoma

Los Angeles,CA

Summary

Compassionate and skilled Student Nurse with hands-on experience at UCLA Ronald Reagan Medical Center. Proven ability in patient assessment and medication administration, demonstrating critical thinking and effective collaboration with healthcare teams. Adept at providing emotional support to families, ensuring quality care for critically ill patients. Fast learner committed to maintaining HIPAA compliance.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Student Nurse

UCLA Ronald Reagan Medical Center
Los Angeles, CA
01.2025 - 04.2025
  • Interacted with patients in a professional manner while providing compassionate care.
  • Assessed patient needs using appropriate tools and techniques.
  • Provided emotional support to family members of critically ill patients.
  • Collaborated with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to provide quality patient care.
  • Performed physical exams and collected vital signs for assigned patients.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of patient information, including vitals, assessments, and lab results.
  • Maintained confidentiality of patient records according to HIPAA guidelines.
  • Administered oral and topical medications as directed by a healthcare provider.
  • Performed glucose testing and administered insulin under supervision.
  • Assisted with wound care management, including dressing changes and monitoring for signs of infection.

Library Assistant

McCarthy Library
Los Angeles, CA
01.2023 - 01.2025
  • Managed and maintained accurate records of library materials and user transactions
  • Handled check-in and check-out processes efficiently at the circulation desk
  • Assisted patrons in locating books, digital resources, and library technologies
  • Supported daily library operations through organized record-keeping and customer service

Student Nurse

UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center
Los Angeles, CA
08.2024 - 12.2024
  • Interacted with patients in a professional manner while providing compassionate care.
  • Assessed patient needs using appropriate tools and techniques.
  • Provided emotional support to family members of critically ill patients.
  • Collaborated with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to provide quality patient care.
  • Performed physical exams and collected vital signs for assigned patients.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of patient information, including vitals, assessments, and lab results.
  • Maintained confidentiality of patient records according to HIPAA guidelines.
  • Administered oral and topical medications as directed by a healthcare provider.
  • Performed glucose testing and administered insulin under supervision.
  • Assisted with wound care management, including dressing changes and monitoring for signs of infection.

Restaurant Team Member

Panda Express
Los Angeles, CA
02.2023 - 10.2023
  • Prepared ingredients including chopping vegetables and marinating beef and chicken
  • Cooked various dishes such as fried rice, white rice, and chow mein
  • Operated grills and open fryers, assisting as needed during peak times
  • Monitored food safety by checking expiration dates and refrigeration temperatures
  • Maintained high sanitation standards in compliance with health regulations
  • Washed dishes, removed trash, and restocked workstations to support smooth operations
  • Verified food quality before serving and assisted in food service as needed
  • Performed cleaning duties including sweeping, scrubbing, and mopping floors

Certified Teacher Assistant

Mount Saint Mary’s Child Development Center
Los Angeles, CA
08.2022 - 12.2022
  • Facilitated small group discussions and interactive learning activities
  • Monitored student behavior during recess, field trips, and lab sessions
  • Maintained classroom and lab safety, demonstrating proper use of equipment

Intern

Project Destined
Los Angeles, CA
09.2020 - 12.2020

Gained foundational knowledge of real estate principles, including property evaluation, buying, and selling processes. Assessed and determined property values through market research and data analysis. Collaborated with colleagues to develop and present property-based projects, demonstrating teamwork and analytical skills.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Mount Saint Mary's University
Los Angeles, CA
05-2027

High School Diploma -

Animo City of Champions Charter High School
Inglewood, CA
06.2022

First School Leaving Certificate -

Prime Montessori School
Lagos Nigeria
07.2016

Skills

  • Patient assessment
  • Medication administration
  • Wound care management
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Critical thinking
  • Compassionate care
  • Catheter monitoring
  • Activities of daily living adls
  • Catheter care
  • First aid and CPR
  • Problem Solving Skills
  • Fast Learner
  • Dressing assistance
  • Patient transfers
  • Feeding assistance
  • Basic life support
  • Bathing assistance
  • Toileting assistance
  • Activity planning
  • Problem Solving Skills
  • Fast Learner
  • Medical terminology knowledge

Additional Information

Awards and Recognition

  • Employee of the Month- May 2023
  • UCLA Academic Excellence Award- October 2020
  • Community Impact Award- Fall 2020
  • Deans List- December 2022- Present

Timeline

Student Nurse

UCLA Ronald Reagan Medical Center
01.2025 - 04.2025

Student Nurse

UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center
08.2024 - 12.2024

Restaurant Team Member

Panda Express
02.2023 - 10.2023

Library Assistant

McCarthy Library
01.2023 - 01.2025

Certified Teacher Assistant

Mount Saint Mary’s Child Development Center
08.2022 - 12.2022

Intern

Project Destined
09.2020 - 12.2020

High School Diploma -

Animo City of Champions Charter High School

First School Leaving Certificate -

Prime Montessori School

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Mount Saint Mary's University
Okeke Nkeoma