Oluchukwu Ugwu

Cincinnati,OH

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse( Telemetry /Med. Surg )

Bon Secours, Mercy Health.

Jewish Hospital

07.2022 - 12.2023

Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

Bishop Shanahan Hospital

Nsukka, Enugu State, Nigeria.

02.2017 - 01.2020

Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
Skillfully performed venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.
Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
Enhanced patient satisfaction with compassionate, personalized nursing care tailored to each individual''s needs.
Managed complex wound care, including dressing changes, monitoring for signs of infection, and collaborating with wound care specialists as needed.

Education

Diploma In Nursing - Registered Nurse

School of Nursing, Bishop Shanahan Hospital.

Enugu State Nigeria

11.2016

Skills

Medication and IV administration
Medication Administration
Direct Patient Care
Patient Assessments

Documentation and Charting
Patient Assessment
Infection control measures
IV setup

Timeline