Roselynn Ogechi
Maplewood,MN
Summary
Skilled and compassionate Registered Nurse with a proven track record at PCEA Kikuyu Hospital, enhancing patient satisfaction through exceptional care and meticulous attention to patient needs. Leveraged expertise in HIPAA compliance and patient-focused care, significantly improving treatment outcomes. A reliable team player, adept at mentoring staff and streamlining patient care protocols for efficiency and safety.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Livingwell Disability Services
Minneota, MN
07.2023 - Current
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
Registered Nurse
County Government of Kiambu
Kenya
10.2014 - 05.2023
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
Registered Nurse
PCEA Kikuyu Hospital
Kenya
11.2010 - 09.2014
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
Education
Bachelor's Degree In Nursing - Nursing
The University of Nairobi
Kenya09.2021
Diploma in Nursing
Thika Medical Training College
Kenya 12.2010
Skills
- Patient Care
- HIPAA Compliance
- Reliable team player
- Direct Patient Care
- Bathing Assistance
- Alzheimer's and Dementia Care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Dressing assistance
- Safety Precautions
- Recording vital signs
- Electronic Charting
- Patient-focused care
- Mobility Assistance
- Feeding Assistance
- Positioning Patients
- Patient Lifting
- Transfer Techniques
- Urinary Catheter Care
- Ambulation Assistance
- Maintaining privacy
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Livingwell Disability Services
07.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
County Government of Kiambu
10.2014 - 05.2023
Registered Nurse
PCEA Kikuyu Hospital
11.2010 - 09.2014
Bachelor's Degree In Nursing - Nursing
The University of Nairobi
Diploma in Nursing
Thika Medical Training College