Shaka Drogho
MINNEAPOLIS,Minnesota
Summary
Hardworking nursing professional licensed in Minnesota and trained in monitoring and caring for patients with diverse needs. Familiar with updating charts, tracking vitals, and preparing biological samples. Safety-oriented and knowledgeable about infection control and prevention protocols. Experienced nursing professional with proven teaching expertise and devotion to building up new nurses with skills necessary to excel in today's healthcare settings. Top-notch clinical expertise, sound judgment and strengths in workflow optimization and strategic planning. Vigilant and conscientious about isolating and resolving concerns. Driven Clinical Instructor with experience in classroom and clinical settings, excited to bring new experience of 1-year background in nursing and education to growing organization. Highly proficient in developing strong education programs, robust curricula and engaging lesson plans. Focused on helping students achieve personal and professional goals while improving patient care.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse Educator
University Of Minnesota Medical Center
03.2022 - Current
- Monitored progress of each student and provided formal evaluation upon completion of clinical placements.
- Contributed educational and clinical expertise to help optimize training courses and boost student learning.
- Developed and created clinical assignments to assess student skills.
- Coached underperforming students to help meet clinical objectives
- Assessed student knowledge levels and abilities with detailed assessments.
- Coordinated with clinicians to develop and coordinate student assignments.
- Liaised with medical and nursing personnel to evaluate and improve teaching and nursing practices.
- Supported student educational and vocational planning to help each optimize learning strategies and reap long-term career benefits.
- Prepared and administered weekly examinations to test student skills.
- Strived to continuously update course strategies and content based on current trends and technological advancements in healthcare.
- Trained graduate nursing students to identify signs of patient health deterioration and clinical equipment malfunction to promote achievement of course objectives.
- Oversaw laboratory and clinical environments to help students advance knowledge and abilities.
- Prepared and delivered 300 lectures per semester to undergraduate and graduate students on topics such as pharmacology.
- Identified and assigned appropriate activities and projects to enhance student learning.
- Continually improved knowledge, skills and performance based on feedback and self-identified professional developmental needs.
- Partnered with agencies and organizations driving improvements in community health.
- Developed programs for teaching students and public.
- Administered job knowledge assessments and competency testing for certification-level training.
- Developed and improved continuing education programs and new employee training on specific health issues.
- Assisted local and state governments and community agencies with developing health education programs.
- Managed applications, demographics and participant information of health education programs.
Registered Nurse, Acute Care
University Of Minnesota Medical Center
08.2021 - Current
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension and other conditions.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Provided didactic and clinical instructions to orient new nurses and potential student nurses to achieve training outcomes.
- Led successful team comprised of RNs, LPNs and ancillary staff.
- Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
- Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use and disease management.
- Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation by consistently operating to highest standards of care.
- Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Oversaw delivery of care for patients on medical-surgical unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments, and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians and unit clerks.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage and other areas to meet typical patient loads.
- Reviewed post-operative orders and continuously monitored patients' post-operative vitals, set up PCA and fluids and oriented patients to unit.
- Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds and thoracic trauma.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Collected and processed samples to support lab testing.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Communicated with pathology and laboratory staff, physicians and nurses to convey optimal treatments.
International Lawyer
Amnesty International UK
01.2006 - Current
- Prepared and reviewed contracts and other legal documents following applicable regulations.
- Analyzed and applied legal principles and performed legal research to support litigation strategy.
- Negotiated with opposing groups or individuals to reach resolutions, avoid litigation and accomplish goals of clients.
- Drafted agreements, contracts and other legal documents for Amnesty international .
- Advised clients to settle cases in lieu of protracted litigation.
- Examined, researched and interpreted laws related to international law
- Examined, researched and interpreted laws related to international law.
- Developed legal policies and procedures for businesses while advising on issues such as human rights.
- Contributed strategies and recommendations to Diplomats and government agents to follow applicable laws.
- Conducted due diligence investigations and reporting to present legal opinions for Amnesty international
- Monitored state and federal regulations to keep company up to date with changing laws.
Registered Nurse
Monarch Health Management
10.2019 - 02.2021
- Developed and implemented treatment plans for patients with various acute and chronic concerns
- Monitored consistent use of aseptic techniques to protect against infection
- Administered oral, IV, and intramuscular medications as part of patient treatments
- Met post-surgical patient needs, monitored catheters, and handled personal hygiene tasks
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Surgical Support specialist
Allina Health
07.2012 - 07.2019
- Set up equipment, tools and supplies needed for procedures
- Organized instruments per surgeon request
- Collected and transported tissue specimens for lab analysis
- Escorted and transported patients to pre-op and post-op
- Sterilized surgical instruments
- Assisted with positioning and repositioning patients
- Transported surgical trays from instrument room to the operating room.
Education
Pre - Nursing
North Hennepin Community College
Master of Science - Nursing Science
St. Kates
Minneapolis, MN05.2019
Ph.D. - International Law
University of South Africa
07.2006
Timeline
Registered Nurse Educator
University Of Minnesota Medical Center
03.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse, Acute Care
University Of Minnesota Medical Center
08.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse
Monarch Health Management
10.2019 - 02.2021
Surgical Support specialist
Allina Health
07.2012 - 07.2019
International Lawyer
Amnesty International UK
01.2006 - Current
Pre - Nursing
North Hennepin Community College
Master of Science - Nursing Science
St. Kates
Ph.D. - International Law
University of South Africa
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