Ola Iweala
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate registered nurse ensuring high standard of care on a fast-paced 40 bed Intermediate Care unit for a wide variety of patients with diverse needs to improve health outcome. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Intermediate Care Unit
Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital
07.2023 - Current
- Manages quality care for postoperative cardiac patients, mechanically ventilated patient, patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease, coronary artery disease, Afib RVR, sepsis, COPD, cirrhosis, encephalopathy, STEMIs and NSTEMIs, hypoglycemia, and other comorbidities.
- Implements safety protocols during medication administration, catheter insertion, airway management, wound management, and monitor responses.
- Conducts thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Utilizes critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Educates patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Develops strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during stressful situations.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
Student Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Memorial Hermann Greater Heights Hospital
02.2023 - 04.2023
- Completed assigned tasks promptly and efficiently in a 22 bed medical ICU while adhering to established guidelines and protocols.
- Performed blood sugar checks, monitored vital signs, assisted with position changes, daily baths, skin and wound, and VAP prevention.
- Monitored patient vital signs, reporting any changes to experienced nursing staff.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring patient safety and wellbeing.
- Educated patients and families on health promotion strategies, disease prevention.
- Actively sought and incorporated feedback from nursing preceptors to continuously improve clinical skills and knowledge.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Texas Health Science Center Houston
Houston, TX05.2023
Skills
- Strong clinical judgment
- Critical care expertise
- High level of autonomy
- Professional bedside manner
- Accurate rhythm interpretation
- Safe medication administration
- Patient education
- Ultrasound-guided IV
Certification
- Registered Nurse in Texas
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification 05/2025
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification 11/2024
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Intermediate Care Unit
Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital
07.2023 - Current
Student Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Memorial Hermann Greater Heights Hospital
02.2023 - 04.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Texas Health Science Center Houston
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