Rhoda Obayuwana

Communicate with patients, ensuring that medical information is kept private.

Resident centered care, Safety, and quality oriented.

• Developed positive employee relations, incentives and recognition programs to promote teamwork and mutual respect.
• Collaborated with staff, management and external groups to coordinate patient care.
• Recruited and developed several quality individuals to be accountable top quality staff.
• Planned and assigned workload to each staff-person over 25 nursing staff to direct patient care.
• Identified department issues to recommend corrective actions, including ways to improve department for better patient care.
• Participated in time-frame management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes and resident complaints or concerns.
• Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, residents and families.
• Removed trash and straightened counters to keep pharmacy area clean and neat.

. Ensure resident weekly & monthly weight are done and work with the RD on any recommendations to improve resident health status.

Ensure peg-tube residents have physician ordered formula with water flush, ensure nursing staffs have all needed supplies and follow procedure for feeding. Follow up on residents on anticoagulant and report pt/inr as needed to physician's.

Ensure physician ordered labs are drawn and follow up with staff nurses on any new order/ ensure orders are written, transcribed in the system.

Work with treatment nurse (wound nurse) to ensure wounds are minimize in my building, educate staff on repositioning, hydration, and timely rounds per State guidelines.

Supports the DON on incident/ accident reports.

Participate with covid testing process and infection control.

Work on the floor during staff shortage.

Participate in QAPI, SOC, and POC process

Participate in care conference.

Manage staffing.

• Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
• Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, and other conditions.
• Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
• Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
• Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
• Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
• Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
• Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
• Collaborated with staff, management, and external groups to coordinate patient care.
• Established and monitored infection control programs to provide safe, sanitary environment to prevent transmission of disease and infection.
• Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
• Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
• Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
• Managed care from admission to discharge.
• Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, residents, and families.
• Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, residents, and families
• Collaborated with staff, management, and external groups to coordinate patient care
• Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns
• Educated patients on disease management and self-care techniques, promoting lifestyle changes for improved health.
• Mentored new nursing staff, contributing to a supportive work environment and improved retention rates.
• Served as a liaison between physicians and patients'' families to facilitate clear communication regarding treatment options and progress updates.
• Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
• Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
• Devised individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s unique situation, optimizing clinical outcomes.
• Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
• Assessed patient conditions promptly upon admission to determine appropriate interventions and prioritize care needs.
• Streamlined documentation processes to ensure accurate record-keeping and compliance with regulatory standards.
• Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.

• Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
• Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
• Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
• Established and monitored infection control programs to provide safe, sanitary environment to prevent transmission of disease and infection.
• Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
• Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
• Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
• Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, residents, and families.
• Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
• Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively
• Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement
• Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service
• Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish

• Developed positive employee relations, incentives, and recognition programs to promote teamwork and mutual respect.
• Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
• Prepared and reviewed infection control surveillance reports to identify trends and develop effective actions to control and prevent infections.
• Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
• Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
• Planned and assigned workload to staff nurses-person nursing staff to direct patient care.
• Managed care from admission to discharge.
• Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
• Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
• Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks
• Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution
• Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships
• Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment

• Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
• Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
• Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
• Led successful team comprised of RNs, LPNs, and ancillary staff.
• Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
• Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
• Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, and other conditions.
• Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
• Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
• Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
• Reviewed staffing patterns, quantities and nursing units' census to meet resident needs and budgetary controls
• Onboarded new employees through orientation meetings and training sessions before deployment to different departments
• Formulated and executed individual resident discharge plans before initiating checkout procedures

• Took patient vital signs, height, and weight measurements and monitored glucose and patient wellbeing.
• Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
• Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
• Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.
• Checked vital signs on daily basis and contacted supervisor regarding patient health concerns or behavioral changes.
• Administered medications to patients and remained vigilant for negative side effects.
• Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
• Prepared medication doses accurately by following medication administration record (MAR) written by healthcare providers.
• Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations
• Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments
• Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies

• Collaborated with various healthcare professionals to determine specific and individualized care plan based on goals and long-term health.
• Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
• Implemented quality patient care techniques to align with safety, health, and organizational regulations.
• Monitored nursing care, patient assessment processes, and treatment implementations.
• Documented information in patients' electronic medical record, relaying information to clinicians and care providers to facilitate continuity of care.
• Cared for patients' wounds and changed dressings.
• Worked with patients diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), asthma, congestive heart failure (CHF), cerebrovascular accidents (CVA), diabetes or sepsis to asses needs and determine best options for care.
• Developed and implemented specific nursing care plans to cater to individual patient needs.
• Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
• Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions
• Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse
• Oversaw patient conditions, administered medicine, performed interventions and took detailed records
• Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies
• Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians

• Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
• Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
• Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
• Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
• Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
• Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
• Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
• Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
• Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs
• Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
• Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
• Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
• Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
• Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.