Sharon Onsanya
McDonough,GA
Summary
Highly trained critical care nursing professional with 10+ years accomplished in managing patients' conditions and delivering key treatments. Expert in monitoring health and care to proactively meet individual patients' and skilled in rapidly assessing patient conditions and developing immediate care plans. Strengths include effective communication, teamwork, and ability to stay calm under pressure. Contributed to improved patient outcomes through vigilant monitoring and proactive interventions.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Piedmont Henry Hospital
Stockbridge , GA
08.2022 - Current
- Monitored vital signs including heart rate, respiratory rate, temperature, and blood pressure.
- Utilized evidence-based practice guidelines while providing nursing interventions for critically ill patients.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to family members during difficult times.
- Identified changes in patient conditions and reported them to the supervising physician immediately.
- Administered emergency resuscitative measures when necessary according to advanced cardiac life support protocols.
Critical Care Nurse
The Mater Hospital
Nairobi , Kenya, -
11.2018 - 06.2022
- Actively participated in daily rounds with physicians providing feedback regarding patients' status and progress towards goals of care plan.
- Coordinated discharge planning activities in collaboration with other healthcare professionals and social services agencies.
- Maintained a safe environment by following infection control protocols including proper handwashing techniques.
- Educated patients and families about critical care procedures, treatments, medications and health maintenance practices.
- Provided comprehensive nursing care to critically ill and post cardiac surgery patients.
Registered Nurse
Agha Khan University Hospital
Nairobi Kenya
09.2016 - 08.2017
- Providing patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Assessed, planned, implemented, and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Administering medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Collaboration with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
Registered Nurse
Nairobi West Hospital
Nairobi, Kenya
01.2013 - 08.2016
- Worked in the critical care environment and gained experience taking care of various patient populations, from neonates to adults.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ10-2023
Some College (No Degree) - Critical Care Nursing
Kenyatta National Hospital
Nairobi, Kenya11-2018
Diploma in nursing - Nursing
Kenya Medical Training College
Murang'a, Kenya12-2012
Skills
- Critical patient assessment and monitoring
- Active listening
- Continous monitoring of vital signs
- Operation of life-sustaining machines
- Critical thinking and attention to detail
- Ventilator management
- Medication administration
- Interdisciplinary collaboration and teamwork
- Airway Management
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
Certification
- Critical care Registered Nurse (CCRN)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Trauma Care after Resuscitation (TCAR)
Referees
Tamika Blue
House Supervisor
Piedmont Henry Hospital
Mobile number:678-458-5004
Email:Tamikablue32@gmail.com
- Lilian Abuawo
Critical care nurse
Piedmont Henry Hospital
Mobile number: 470-460-9890
Email: lilianohola@gmail.com
- Teka Williamson
Unit educator
Piedmont Henry Hospital
Mobile number: 470-831-8894
Email: teka.bowden@piedmont.org
Timeline
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Piedmont Henry Hospital
08.2022 - Current
Critical Care Nurse
The Mater Hospital
11.2018 - 06.2022
Registered Nurse
Agha Khan University Hospital
09.2016 - 08.2017
Registered Nurse
Nairobi West Hospital
01.2013 - 08.2016
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Diploma in nursing - Nursing
Kenya Medical Training College
Some College (No Degree) - Critical Care Nursing
Kenyatta National Hospital
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