Rugiatou Jallow
Lewis Center,Ohio
Summary
Compassionate Nurse dedicated to maintaining highest standards of nursing practices. Ohio Board Certified Registered Nurse with over 10 years of experience delivering high-quality care to patients in home care and hospital settings. Dedicated RN with clinical experience and passion for delivering quality healthcare. Skilled at establishing care plans and educating patients and families. Offering caring bedside manner, patient-centered care and expertise in discharge management.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
RN Floor Nurse; Part-Time
Mount Carmel East Hospital
Columbus , OH
2022.06 - Current
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment,d and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Collected lab specimens, reviewed lab results and communicated with ordering physicians.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
- Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions and provided home care strategies.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Provided emotional support to patients dealing with difficult diagnoses or lifestyle changes.
- Communicated effectively with all levels of personnel within the healthcare setting regarding patient care issues.
- Utilized evidence-based guidelines while providing quality nursing care services.
- Promoted continuity of care by accurately communicating patient information during shift change report times.
- Provided patient care plans in accordance with physician orders and established nursing protocols.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
- Provided continuous monitoring of patient's vital signs, lab results, imaging and cardiac rhythms.
- Monitored for changes in patient status and responded appropriately per hospital protocols.
- Performed nursing care to acutely ill adult patients with cardiac diagnoses such as myocardial infarction, congestive heart failure, cardiomyopathy and arrhythmias.
- Recognized early signs and symptoms of possible complications related to cardiac conditions or treatments and reported them immediately to physician team members.
- Provided comprehensive care to postpartum patients including assessment of newborns.
- Instructed new parents in infant feeding techniques, bathing, dressing and diapering.
- Assisted with breastfeeding instruction and lactation support when needed.
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to ensure optimal health outcomes for mother and baies.
- Performed wound care management on post-cesarean section incisions.
- Coordinated discharge planning activities ensuring all medical needs were met prior to leaving the hospital setting.
- Identified potential complications resulting from pregnancy or delivery that require further intervention or evaluation.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives designed to improve maternal and child health outcomes.
Assistant Director of Nursing; Part Time
21st Century Home Health Services, LLC
Westerville , OH
2020.01 - Current
- Oversaw new nursing employee orientation process, including explanation of personnel policies and individual duties.
- Development, implementation and updates of individualized care plans.
- Assessed competency of clinical staff to promote continued quality of care.
- Recruited well-qualified candidates to fill vacancies and offer patients unparalleled care.
- Informed patients and families of treatment options and at-home care strategies to reduce unnecessary burden on hospital resources.
- Educated patients and families about disease management, lifestyle changes, nutrition, and preventive healthcare measures.
- Coordinated with other healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care for patients.
- Resolved conflicts between clients and patients, families or caregivers when necessary.
- Implemented infection control measures according to established protocols.
- Evaluated patient outcomes against established goals set forth in treatment plans.
- Provided home health care services such as wound care, medication administration, and IV therapy.
- Performed assessments of the patient's physical condition to determine their level of function and need for assistance with activities of daily living.
- Monitored vital signs such as blood pressure or pulse rate to detect any changes in a patient's condition.
Registered Nurse Case Manager; Full Time
Gem City Home Care
Dublin , OH
2018.04 - 2019.01
- Administered oral, intramuscular, and IV medications to patients and monitored responses.
- Determined and coordinated the appropriate level of care to meet individual patient needs.
- Informed patients and families of treatment options and at-home care strategies to reduce unnecessary burden on hospital resources.
- Updated and maintained discharge plan of care with physician, members of the healthcare team, patients, and families.
- Participated in on-call rotations, delivering daily, continuous quality care to patients.
- Coordinated with home care vendors and suppliers, home infusion, and durable medical equipment.
- Provided home health care services, such as wound care, medication administration, and IV therapy.
- Developed personalized care plans for patients based on individual needs.
- Educated patients and families about disease management, lifestyle changes, nutrition, and preventive healthcare measures.
- Performed assessments of the patient's physical condition to determine their level of function and need for assistance with activities of daily living.
- Initiated referrals to appropriate community resources when needed.
- Maintained accurate records of all visits made to patients' homes, along with any changes in their conditions or treatments prescribed by physicians.
- Adhered strictly to infection control protocols while caring for clients in their homes.
RN Floor Nurse; Full Time
Select Specialty Hospitals
Columbus, , OH
2017.06 - 2018.04
- Performed, monitored, assessed and recorded patient condition, vital signs, IV infusions, blood product transfusions, wound care, ostomy care, catheter insertions and removals, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Assessed patient health needs by reviewing and tracking EKG readings to address telemetry readings and quickly inform teammates on stability or acuity changes.
- Maintained composure and efficiency during rapid response situation and emergency codes.
- Treated patients suffering from chronic and acute medical conditions.
- Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.
- Immunized patients against diseases such as influenza and pneumonia to protect vulnerable populations from serious illnesses.
- Coordinated care for up to 5 patients per shift in busy Chronically acute care setting.
- Participated in bedside reporting and handoff at change of shift and for patient transfers.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Prioritized nursing tasks and assignments and accurately reported patient status.
Home Health LPN; Full Time
Professional Home Health Care
Columbus , OH
2011.05 - 2016.12
- Assisted patients with daily tasks, medication set up and administration, wound care, wound vacs, insulin management.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, administered medications, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
- Administered general care to patients, including recording of temperature and blood pressure, wound dressing and blood sugar testing testing.
- Worked with RN's to evaluate intervention outcomes.
- Observed, charted and reported developments in patient health condition to RN supervisor.
- Performed routine laboratory tests including urinalysis, blood glucose monitoring and others.
- Ensured that all medications were administered accurately and on time as prescribed by the physician.
- Observed patients for any changes in their condition or behaviour, reported findings to the supervisor or physician in charge.
- Instructed patients and their families about disease prevention, proper nutrition, medication management and other health related topics.
- Conducted daily rounds visiting assigned patients ensuring they are comfortable and have all necessary supplies available.
- Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Ohio University
Athens, OH2024-05
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Clark State Community College
Springfield, OH05.2017
License Practical Nurse - Nursing
Clark State Community College
Springfield, OH05.2010
Skills
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
- Recruiting and Hiring
- Staff supervision
- Home Care Case Management
- Intake and discharge planning
- Care Plan development implementation and adherence
- Cardiac monitoring
- Catheter Care
- Geriatric Care
- Chronic Disease Management
- Post-Surgical Care
- IV drug therapy management
- Tracheostomy care
- Gastrostomy tube care
- Epic EHR Management
- Patient Assessments
- BLS certified
- Pediatric nursing
- Postpartum Nursing
- Health Promotion
Timeline
RN Floor Nurse; Part-Time
Mount Carmel East Hospital
2022.06 - Current
Assistant Director of Nursing; Part Time
21st Century Home Health Services, LLC
2020.01 - Current
Registered Nurse Case Manager; Full Time
Gem City Home Care
2018.04 - 2019.01
RN Floor Nurse; Full Time
Select Specialty Hospitals
2017.06 - 2018.04
Home Health LPN; Full Time
Professional Home Health Care
2011.05 - 2016.12
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Ohio University
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Clark State Community College
License Practical Nurse - Nursing
Clark State Community College
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