Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
LEADERSHIP HIGHLIGHT
Languages
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PETRA OKONKWO

Westland

Summary

Compassionate RN-BSN with 13+ years of diverse healthcare experience in acute care, behavioral health, and long-term care. Skilled in charge nurse leadership, patient advocacy, and evidence-based practice with a proven record of improving patient outcomes.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse (BSN)

Henry Ford – Providence Hospital
01.2024 - Current
  • Provide comprehensive patient care in acute settings, focusing on safety and recovery.
  • Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to optimize treatment plans.

Registered Nurse (BSN)

Corewell Health (Beaumont Hospital)
11.2023 - Current
  • Deliver high-quality care in a fast-paced hospital setting with adherence to safety standards.
  • Partner with healthcare professionals to improve patient satisfaction and outcomes.

Registered Nurse

Baywood Health Care
02.2020 - Current
  • Provided routine and long-term patient care with a focus on recovery and chronic management.

Registered Nurse (BSN), Charge Nurse

Sinai Grace Hospital (DMC)
08.2020 - 08.2023
  • Rotated through MedSurg Tele, Rehab, Surgical, LAD, PCU, and Float Psych units.
  • Led as Charge Nurse, mentoring staff, assigning tasks, and coordinating emergency responses.

Registered Nurse (BSN)

Samaritan Behavioral Hospital
12.2021 - 01.2023
  • Delivered psychiatric nursing care, supported crisis interventions, and monitored treatment responses.

Registered Nurse

Pine Creek Manor Health Care Center
05.2020 - 11.2020
  • Delivered daily care for elderly and psychiatric patients with emphasis on safety and comfort.

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Riverview Jefferson Health
01.2018 - 01.2020
  • Performed IV therapy, vent/trach care, NG tube irrigation, wound care, and dementia care.
  • Educated patients and families on treatment, recovery, and medications.

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Notting Hill of West Bloomfield
01.2014 - 01.2018

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Heartland Health Care Center
10.2011 - 11.2012

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing - BSN

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ

Diploma of Nursing - LPN

Toledo School of Practical Nursing
Toledo, OH

Coursework - undefined

Eastern Michigan University
Ypsilanti, MI

Skills

  • Acute & Critical Care
  • Behavioral Health Nursing
  • Med-Surg & Telemetry
  • Charge Nurse Leadership
  • Patient Advocacy & Education
  • Interdisciplinary Collaboration
  • Quality & Safety Standards
  • CERNER EMR Proficiency

Certification

  • BLS | ACLS | NIHSS (American Heart Association)
  • Academic Scholarship — National Association of Nigerian Nurses (NANN)
  • CERNER EMR Proficiency

LEADERSHIP HIGHLIGHT

As Charge Nurse, led unit operations by supervising staff, coordinating care, and maintaining compliance with safety and quality standards. Recognized for effective communication, mentorship, and patient-centered leadership during high-pressure clinical situations.

Languages

Igbo
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Registered Nurse (BSN)

Henry Ford – Providence Hospital
01.2024 - Current

Registered Nurse (BSN)

Corewell Health (Beaumont Hospital)
11.2023 - Current

Registered Nurse (BSN)

Samaritan Behavioral Hospital
12.2021 - 01.2023

Registered Nurse (BSN), Charge Nurse

Sinai Grace Hospital (DMC)
08.2020 - 08.2023

Registered Nurse

Pine Creek Manor Health Care Center
05.2020 - 11.2020

Registered Nurse

Baywood Health Care
02.2020 - Current

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Riverview Jefferson Health
01.2018 - 01.2020

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Notting Hill of West Bloomfield
01.2014 - 01.2018

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Heartland Health Care Center
10.2011 - 11.2012

Diploma of Nursing - LPN

Toledo School of Practical Nursing

Coursework - undefined

Eastern Michigan University

Bachelor of Science in Nursing - BSN

Grand Canyon University

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