SHARON OBIDE
Columbia,MD
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate registered nurse with progressive career history in direct patient care, and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Goal-driven Healthcare Administration professional
Well-versed in recruiting, training and managing employees to provide exceptional resident services. Highly organized and hardworking with excellent planning and program management skills. With Compact License.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
INPATIENT ADULT PSYCHIATRY
University Of Maryland Medical System
04.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with case managers to coordinate discharge planning, ensuring a seamless transition for patients returning to their communities.
- Advocated for patients'' rights, maintaining confidentiality and promoting autonomy throughout the treatment process.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions that promoted social interaction, improved communication skills, and encouraged healthy coping mechanisms among participants.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive treatment for patients suffering from mental health disorders.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient interactions, progress notes, and treatment plans to support continuity of care among healthcare providers.
- Assisted physicians in conducting psychiatric assessments, providing valuable insights into patients'' conditions and treatment progress.
- Maintained a high degree of professionalism when faced with challenging or emotionally charged situations, consistently promoting a therapeutic environment for patient recovery.
- Improved patient care by implementing evidence-based practices in the psychiatric nursing process.
- Utilized crisis intervention skills to de-escalate volatile situations, ensuring the safety of all individuals involved.
- Reduced patient anxiety through the use of therapeutic communication techniques and active listening skills.
- Provided compassionate care to patients experiencing suicidal ideation or engaging in self-harm behaviors, employing appropriate interventions as necessary.
- Enhanced patient safety by closely monitoring medication administration and promptly reporting any adverse reactions.
SNF DIALYSIS CHARGE NURSE
Davita Inc.
04.2023 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing practices in dialysis care.
- Coordinated various community outreach events to raise awareness about kidney disease prevention and proper management techniques for individuals undergoing dialysis treatments.
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives aimed at reducing errors, improving workflow efficiency, and enhancing overall patient satisfaction levels.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Worked with healthcare team to develop new dialysis treatment flow sheet and other log forms, improving clinical documentation and accountability.
SKILLED NURSING VISITS, HI-TECH RN
JD HEALTHCARE SERVICES, INC.
01.2020 - Current
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
- Educated patients on disease management and self-care techniques, promoting lifestyle changes for improved health.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Assessed patient conditions promptly upon admission to determine appropriate interventions and prioritize care needs.
- Utilized advanced clinical skills such as wound care management or IV therapy administration, leading to faster recovery times for patients treated under my supervision.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation by consistently operating to highest standards of care.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Patient Care Technician - CCHT EXPERIENCED
Fresenius Medical Center
04.2017 - 09.2019
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by maintaining thorough documentation of patient care activities and observations.
- Recognized potential emergencies promptly, initiating appropriate action to stabilize patients until further assistance arrived.
- Applied oxygen via nasal cannula, simple masks and nebulizer masks under direction of nurse in charge.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Collaborated with physicians to design at-home medication guidelines and educated patients and families on correct medication administration.
Education
DOCTOR IN NURSING PRACTICE - DNP, PMHNP
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA12.2024
Bachelor of Science - BSN
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ07.2020
Associate of Science - RN
CAPSCARE ACADEMY FOR HEALTHCARE
Lake Worth, FL08.2018
Skills
- Psychiatric assessment
- Patient Safety
- Clinical Documentation
- Self-awareness
- Mental health counseling
- Behavioral Management
- Suicide Prevention
- HIPAA Compliance
- Patient and family advocacy
- Substance Abuse Knowledge
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration
- Psychosocial Rehabilitation
- Therapeutic Care Plans
- Psychiatric evaluation
Affiliations
- ANA -Member
Additional Information
REGISTERED NURSE SINCE 2019.
Timeline
INPATIENT ADULT PSYCHIATRY
University Of Maryland Medical System
04.2024 - Current
SNF DIALYSIS CHARGE NURSE
Davita Inc.
04.2023 - Current
SKILLED NURSING VISITS, HI-TECH RN
JD HEALTHCARE SERVICES, INC.
01.2020 - Current
Patient Care Technician - CCHT EXPERIENCED
Fresenius Medical Center
04.2017 - 09.2019
DOCTOR IN NURSING PRACTICE - DNP, PMHNP
Liberty University
Bachelor of Science - BSN
Grand Canyon University
Associate of Science - RN
CAPSCARE ACADEMY FOR HEALTHCARE
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