Sharon Okafor
Houston,TX
Summary
Professional with strong foundation in patient care and clinical expertise. Skilled at working in diverse healthcare settings, ensuring quality care and patient safety. Focus on team collaboration and adapting to changing needs with reliability. Proficient in critical thinking, patient assessment, and communication skills, driving positive patient outcomes.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
Memorial Hermann Hospital
09.2024 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care outcomes.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Epic
- Med Surg/Tele
PCU Float Pool - Float Pool Registered Nurse (Per Diem)
University of California San Diego
04.2024 - Current
- Level 1 Trauma Center
- Epic
- Step Down
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes and enhance care delivery.
- Educated patients and families on health management strategies, promoting self-care and disease prevention.
Registered Nurse
Palomar Medical Center Poway
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Tele, Med-Surg
- Travel
- Cerner
- Implemented infection control measures, significantly reducing hospital-acquired infections.
- Advocated for patients' needs in care planning meetings, ensuring comprehensive support services were provided.
Progressive Care Unit - Registered Nurse
Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital
05.2023 - 09.2023
- Epic
- Psych, Tele, Step Down
- Travel
- Administered medications and treatments in accordance with established protocols and patient care plans.
- Monitored patient vital signs, identifying changes and intervening promptly to ensure safety and comfort.
Step Down Registered Nurse
Ben Taub Hospital
11.2022 - 03.2023
- Epic
- Cardiac, Tele
- Travel
- Administered patient care plans effectively, ensuring adherence to protocols and improving patient outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize treatment strategies and enhance patient recovery processes.
Progressive Care Unit - Registered Nurse
Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital
08.2022 - 10.2022
- Epic
- Tele, Step Down
- Travel
- Educated patients and families on health management, promoting adherence to treatment regimens and preventive care measures.
- Led nursing staff in implementing best practices for infection control, enhancing overall safety standards within the unit.
Step Down Unit - Registered Nurse
Banner Del E. Webb Medical Center
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Cerner
- Neuro, Tele, Step Down
- Travel
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care.
- Educated patients and families on treatment options and health management strategies.
Telemetry Unit - Registered Nurse
Broward Health Medical Center
09.2021 - 12.2021
- Level 1 Trauma Center
- Cerner
- Stroke, Neuro, Tele, Ortho, Med-Surg
- Employed by Aya Healthcare
- Travel
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on health management, promoting adherence to treatment protocols.
Registered Nurse, Step Down
MedStar Union Memorial Hospital
11.2019 - 08.2021
- Level 1 Trauma Center
- Cerner
- Tele, Step Down
- Staff
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols, ensuring patient safety and compliance.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to physicians, facilitating timely interventions and improving outcomes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Bowie State University
Bowie, MDSkills
- Clinical judgment
- Compassionate care
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Ethical practice
Certification
- Maryland Registered Nurse - R241899 Exp. Jun 28, 2026
- California Registered Nurse - 95323791 Exp. Jul 31, 2026
- Basic Life Support American Heart Association (AHA) Exp. Feb 28, 2026
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support American Heart Association (AHA) Exp. Jul 31, 2026
- NIH Stroke Scale American Heart Association (AHA) Exp. April 2027
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
Memorial Hermann Hospital
09.2024 - Current
PCU Float Pool - Float Pool Registered Nurse (Per Diem)
University of California San Diego
04.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
Palomar Medical Center Poway
01.2024 - 05.2024
Progressive Care Unit - Registered Nurse
Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital
05.2023 - 09.2023
Step Down Registered Nurse
Ben Taub Hospital
11.2022 - 03.2023
Progressive Care Unit - Registered Nurse
Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital
08.2022 - 10.2022
Step Down Unit - Registered Nurse
Banner Del E. Webb Medical Center
01.2022 - 05.2022
Telemetry Unit - Registered Nurse
Broward Health Medical Center
09.2021 - 12.2021
Registered Nurse, Step Down
MedStar Union Memorial Hospital
11.2019 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Bowie State University
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