Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
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Certification
Timeline
CLINICAL EXPERIENCE
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RITA U. IWUOHA

Landover,MD

Summary

Compassionate New Graduate Registered Nurse with 636+ clinical hours across Fundamental,adult health1, adult health 2, complex adult ,pediatrics, maternity, mental health,collaborative,capstone and community health settings. Experienced in medication administration, IV therapy, wound care, telemetry monitoring, and neonatal care. Strong background in patient-centered care, safety, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Dedicated to delivering safe, evidence-based nursing care in fast-paced hospital environments.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Direct Care Assistant

Spring Grove Hospital Center
Catonsville, MD
01.2023 - Current
  • Provide direct therapeutic support to individuals with severe mental illness; assist with ADLs, monitor patient condition, implement safety interventions, and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams.

Geriatric Nursing Assistant (GNA)

Forestville Nursing Home
Forestville, MD
01.2021 - 01.2023
  • Providing compassionate care to elderly patients, assisting with activities of daily living (ADLs), performing safe patient transfers using a Hoyer lift and sit-to-stand devices, supporting ambulation, and assisting with feeding.

Geriatric Nursing Assistant (GNA)

Larkin Chase
Maryland
01.2021 - 01.2023
  • Providing compassionate care to elderly patients, assisting with activities of daily living (ADLs), performing safe patient transfers using a Hoyer lift and sit-to-stand devices, supporting ambulation, and assisting with feeding.

Geriatric Nursing Assistant (GNA)

Doctors Community Hospital
Maryland
01.2021 - 01.2022
  • Providing compassionate care to elderly patients, assisting with activities of daily living (ADLs), performing safe patient transfers using a Hoyer lift and sit-to-stand devices, supporting ambulation, and assisting with feeding.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing - BSN

Chamberlain University
Chicago, IL
12-2025

Skills

  • Medication Administration (Oral, IV, SQ, PEG Tube)
  • IV Therapy & Infusion Initiation
  • Telemetry & EKG Monitoring
  • Wound Care & Infection Control
  • Therapeutic Communication
  • Fetal Heart Rate Monitoring
  • Newborn Assessment & APGAR Scoring
  • Neonatal Feeding Techniques
  • Vital Signs Monitoring & Patient Assessment
  • PureWick Application
  • PEG Tube Medication Administration
  • Perineal Care & Hygiene Assistance
  • Patient Safety & Fall Prevention
  • Foley catheters, insertion/removal
  • Blood Transfusion

Certification

  • Registered Nurse (RN) – Maryland Board of Nursing (MBON) – 2026
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) – American Red Cross
  • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)-2017(MBON)
  • Geriatric Nursing Assistant (GNA)-2018(MBON)
  • Medication Technician (Med Tech)-2018(MBON)

Timeline

Direct Care Assistant

Spring Grove Hospital Center
01.2023 - Current

Geriatric Nursing Assistant (GNA)

Forestville Nursing Home
01.2021 - 01.2023

Geriatric Nursing Assistant (GNA)

Larkin Chase
01.2021 - 01.2023

Geriatric Nursing Assistant (GNA)

Doctors Community Hospital
01.2021 - 01.2022

Bachelor of Science in Nursing - BSN

Chamberlain University

CLINICAL EXPERIENCE

Clinical Experience Summary (636 Total Hours)

Fundamentals Clinical – Northwest Hospital, Baltimore, MD

Geriatric / Respiratory / Stroke Unit | 48 Hours

  • SQ injections, IV therapy, wound care, and telemetry monitoring
  • Performed wound care and dressing changes, measured wound size, and assessed for signs of infection or complications
  • Assisted with medication administration, vital sign monitoring, and blood glucose checks
Adult Health I Clinical – Sinai Hospital of Baltimore, MD

PID Unit | 72 Hours

  • Monitored telemetry and recognized abnormal cardiac rhythm changes
  • Safely administered IV medications and managed multiple IV infusions, ensuring accuracy and compatibility
  • Performed frequent vital sign monitoring and identified early signs of patient deterioration
  • Provided care for patients with tracheostomies and oxygen therapy
  • Assisted with urinary catheter insertion, removal, and maintenance
Adult Health II Clinical – Sinai Hospital of Baltimore, MD

Neuroscience Unit | 72 Hours

  • Performed neurological assessments (LOC, pupil response, motor strength, speech) for a patient with ischemic stroke
  • Assisted with medication administration and IV therapies
  • Monitored vital signs and observed for neurological deterioration
  • Maintained aspiration precautions and supported safe patient positioning to prevent complications
Complex Adult Health Clinical – LewisGale Hospital Center, Salem, VA

MICU / SICU / CCU | 48 Hours

  • Administered and monitored blood transfusions, identifying early signs of transfusion reactions
  • Managed and monitored chest tubes and drainage systems
  • Ensured accurate measurement and proper functioning of critical care drainage devices
Mental Health Clinical – LewisGale Hospital Center, Pulaski, VA
  • Medication administration
  • Therapeutic communication and patient support
Maternity Clinical – University Hospitals MacDonald Women’s Hospital, Cleveland, OH
  • Assisted with cesarean and vaginal deliveries
  • Fetal monitoring and APGAR scoring
  • Administered newborn medications (Vitamin K, Erythromycin, Hepatitis B vaccine)
  • Performed newborn reflex assessments
Pediatrics Clinical (NICU) – Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital, Baltimore, MD
  • Provided care for premature infants
  • Assisted with neonatal feeding and medication administration
  • Monitored vital signs in critically ill newborns
Collaborative Pediatric Clinical – Spotsylvania Regional Medical Center, VA
  • EKG monitoring and cardiac assessment
  • PEG tube medication administration
  • IV Vancomycin administration
  • Assisted in care of stroke and cardiac patients
Community Health Clinical – LewisGale Hospital, Alleghany, VA

Medical-Surgical Nursing | 72 Hours

  • Provided health education and wellness promotion
  • Performed blood pressure and blood glucose screening
  • Educated patients on medication adherence, chronic disease management, and healthy lifestyles
  • Participated in community outreach and preventive care initiatives
Capstone Clinical – Johnston-Willis Hospital, Richmond, VA

IMCU | 36 Hours

  • Cared for a patient experiencing alcohol withdrawal with close monitoring and safety precautions
  • Managed care for a patient with hepatic encephalopathy and ascites
  • Observed paracentesis procedure for abdominal fluid drainage
  • Supported critical care assessment and patient stabilization
Total Clinical Hours: 636 Hours
RITA U. IWUOHA