Onankem Aniedobe
Bowie,MD
Summary
Registered Nurse with a strong interest in behavioral health nursing, supported by inpatient psychiatry experience, psychiatric clinical experience at Johns Hopkins Hospital and autism support experience with neurodivergent children. Skilled in therapeutic communication, behavioral observation, crisis awareness, and trauma-informed, patient-centered cared.
Clinical Skills: Psychiatric assessment, behavioral observation, crisis de-escalation, therapeutic communication, EPIC, Practice Fusion
Overview
1
1
Certification
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Behavioral Health Unit
Signet Health
07.2026 - Current
- Responded to behavioral health crises using de-escalation and safety protocols.
- Performed patient assessments and documented nursing interventions in electronic health records.
- Administered medications and monitored responses for safety and treatment effectiveness.
- Coordinated care plans with interdisciplinary staff to support individualized patient goals.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Holy Cross Hospital
06.2026 - 07.2026
- Provide direct patient care in an acute medical-surgical setting, including patient assessment, medication administration, documentation using EPIC, and patient safety interventions.
- Strengthen foundational nursing skills in clinical judgment, prioritization, interdisciplinary communication, and time management.
- Support patients and families during stressful hospitalizations using calm communication, empathy, and patient-centered care.
Psychiatric Nursing Practicum
Johns Hopkins Hospital
09.2025 - 11.2025
- Delivered patient-centered care with increased independence in an inpatient psychiatric setting.
- Applied therapeutic communication, emotional awareness, and crisis-management skills when caring for patients with complex behavioral health needs.
- Maintained patient safety through observation, behavioral assessment, and appropriate escalation of concerns.
- Built rapport with patients using empathy, active listening, boundaries, and nonjudgmental communication.
- Developed a strong commitment to psychiatric nursing through direct clinical experience in behavioral health care.
Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing Clinical
Sheppard Pratt Health System
03.2025 - 05.2025
- Utilized therapeutic communication to support patients with acute and chronic psychiatric conditions.
- Conducted behavioral observations and contributed to individualized care planning.
- Practiced maintaining calm, professional boundaries in emotionally complex clinical situations.
Autism Support / Behavioral Support Experience
Meaningful Futures
06.2024 - 08.2025
- Supported children on the autism spectrum using patience, structure, redirection, and individualized communication approaches.
- Gained experience working with neurodivergent children with varying communication, sensory, and behavioral needs.
- Practiced de-escalation, emotional support, and behavior-informed care in a child-centered environment.
Primary Care / Clinical Support Role
Careway Southern Maryland Clinic
05.2025 - 03.2026
- Coordinated patient flow and supported clinical workflow in a fast-paced primary care setting.
- Performed patient intake, vital signs, assessments, and documentation using Athena and Practice Fusion.
- Responded to patient concerns and supported providers during examinations and procedures.
- Demonstrated organization, leadership, and strong patient communication skills.
Flu Clinics & Addiction Nursing Exposure
Community Health Experience
- Administered vaccines in high-volume community health settings.
- Conducted patient intake, screenings, and health education.
- Gained exposure to addiction-focused care and patient advocacy strategies.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Maryland School of Nursing
Baltimore, MD12-2026
Skills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Flexible and adaptable
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN), Maryland
- Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Behavioral Health Unit
Signet Health
07.2026 - Current
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Holy Cross Hospital
06.2026 - 07.2026
Psychiatric Nursing Practicum
Johns Hopkins Hospital
09.2025 - 11.2025
Primary Care / Clinical Support Role
Careway Southern Maryland Clinic
05.2025 - 03.2026
Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing Clinical
Sheppard Pratt Health System
03.2025 - 05.2025
Autism Support / Behavioral Support Experience
Meaningful Futures
06.2024 - 08.2025
Flu Clinics & Addiction Nursing Exposure
Community Health Experience
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Maryland School of Nursing