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Phina Onukogu

Matthews,NC

Summary

Compassionate and Dedicated registered Nurse, with 30 years of experience in the hospital and acute rehabilitation setting. Skilled in patient care, Clinical documentation, and leadership in nursing. I excel in Communication, Critical thinking, and team collaboration, ensuring optimal patient outcomes in diverse settings.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

RN/Rehabilitation Nurse- Clinical Surpervisor

Atrium Healthcare Carolinas Rehabilitation
05.2003 - Current
  • Conducted quality assurance rounds to enhance patient safety and service recovery.
  • Educated and audited compliance in SCD usage, blood product administration, and admission assessments.
  • Provided leadership and guidance for rehabilitation nursing staff.
  • Collaborated with privacy officers to ensure HIPAA compliance education.
  • Trained new and experienced nurses on nursing skills, medication administration, and effective communication.
  • Facilitated a safe healing environment by promptly addressing concerns of patients, staff, and visitors.

RN/Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit/ Cardiac Telemetry

Novant Hospital Charlotte
03.2006 - 04.2012

Delivered high-quality nursing care, improving patient outcomes through evidence-based practices.

  • Facilitated therapeutic communication and crisis intervention to enhance coping abilities.
  • Implemented conflict resolution strategies to redirect negative behaviors effectively.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by responding promptly to needs with empathy and clear communication.

RN/Registered Nurse, LTAC

LTAC
07.2009 - 02.2012
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.

RN, Medical-Surgical RN

Mercy Hospital
09.2001 - 03.2005
  • Ensured patient-centered care through effective communication and timely response to needs.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams on comprehensive care plans, enhancing health outcomes.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular routes while monitoring responses.
  • Actively participated in professional development to remain updated on nursing best practices.
  • Assisted physicians in rapid patient assessment and appropriate treatment delivery.
  • Facilitated communication between physicians and families, providing updates on treatment options.

Education

Bachelor - NURSING

Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT
01-2017

Associate Degree in Nursing -

Holy Rosary School of Nursing
Nigeria
01-1995

Skills

  • Patient Assessment and triage
  • EMR [Epic, Center]
  • Infection Control
  • Multidisciplinary team collaboration
  • Clinical documentation
  • Peritoneal Dialysis
  • IV Insertion/ Phlebotomy
  • Nursing staff leadership
  • Wound Care Management
  • Medication and IV administration

Certification

  • Licensed Registered Nurse License # 168105
  • Certified Rehabilitation registered Nurse CRRN
  • Basic Life Support BLS
  • American Heart Association Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support ACLS
  • Left Ventricular Assistive Device LVAD

Timeline

RN/Registered Nurse, LTAC

LTAC
07.2009 - 02.2012

RN/Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit/ Cardiac Telemetry

Novant Hospital Charlotte
03.2006 - 04.2012

RN/Rehabilitation Nurse- Clinical Surpervisor

Atrium Healthcare Carolinas Rehabilitation
05.2003 - Current

RN, Medical-Surgical RN

Mercy Hospital
09.2001 - 03.2005

Bachelor - NURSING

Western Governors University

Associate Degree in Nursing -

Holy Rosary School of Nursing
Phina Onukogu