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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
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Simamen Lekundu

tulsa,OK

Summary

Compassionate Registered Nurse with extensive experience at The Cottage, excelling in patient assessments and wound care. Proven ability to enhance patient satisfaction through holistic care and effective communication. Recognized for implementing evidence-based practices that significantly reduced patient falls, demonstrating strong critical thinking and leadership skills in high-pressure environments.

Experienced healthcare professional skilled in patient care, critical thinking, and communication. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Equipped with expertise in medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse

the Cottage
Tulsa, Oklahoma
09.2023 - Current

Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients' acuity levels and individual needs.

  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
  • Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
  • Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
  • Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
  • Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
  • Provided support for patients' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
  • Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
  • Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
  • Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement, and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution, and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.

Civil Engineer

US Airforce
05.2021 - Current
  • Estimated quantities and material costs during project planning to support budgeting and costing.
  • Installed new heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems in residential and commercial buildings with precision and attention to detail.
  • Troubleshot complex HVAC problems, identifying root causes and implementing effective solutions.
  • Utilized diagnostic equipment effectively in order to identify malfunctioning components within HVAC systems accurately.
  • Supervised construction progress on-site, addressing any discrepancies or issues promptly while maintaining safety protocols.

LPN Charge Nurse

Eton Home Health
06.2021 - 09.2023
  • Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
  • Delegated tasks effectively, optimizing staff productivity and maintaining a well-organized nursing unit.
  • Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to make sound clinical decisions in high-pressure situations, minimizing risks and ensuring patient safety.
  • Served as charge nurse, caring for patients with serious illnesses.
  • Provided compassionate end-of-life care, supporting patients and their families through difficult times.
  • Documented vitals and medical histories in patient charts when assessing patients and communicated patient information to physicians and other nurses for care continuity.
  • Managed complex wound care cases, applying advanced knowledge of wound healing principles to achieve optimal results.
  • Maintained accurate medical records in accordance with established protocols, ensuring confidentiality of sensitive information at all times.
  • Implemented evidence-based nursing practices to improve patient health and maintain compliance with regulatory standards.

LPN Charge Nurse

Zarrow Pointe
07.2018 - 05.2022
  • Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
  • Delegated tasks effectively, optimizing staff productivity and maintaining a well-organized nursing unit.
  • Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to make sound clinical decisions in high-pressure situations, minimizing risks and ensuring patient safety.
  • Served as charge nurse, caring for patients with serious illnesses.
  • Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
  • Provided compassionate end-of-life care, supporting patients and their families through difficult times.
  • Documented vitals and medical histories in patient charts when assessing patients and communicated patient information to physicians and other nurses for care continuity.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Connors State College
Warner, OK
12-2023

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Connors State College
Warner, OK
12-2023

Diploma - Nursing Practice

Platt College
Tulsa, OK
11-2020

Skills

  • Medication and IV administration
  • Direct patient care
  • Patient assessments
  • Patient assessment
  • Documentation and charting
  • Wound care
  • Patient care
  • IV setup
  • ADL assistance
  • Long-term care
  • Hospice and palliative care
  • Geriatric nursing
  • Infection control measures
  • Physical assessments
  • Critical care
  • Tracheostomy care
  • Proper catheter insertion/removal
  • Emergency response
  • Seizure management

Accomplishments

  • Quality Assurance - Ensured and enforced medical compliance with HIPAA, OSHA and CLIA regulations for maximum quality and control.
  • Clinical Skills - Monitored patients' respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
  • Training - Trained team of staff nurses in medical procedures to ensure consistent quality of care.
  • Patient Advocacy - Explained treatment procedures, medication risks, special diets and physician instructions to patients.

Certification

  • Registered Nurse License (RN)
  • Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
  • OK Driver's License
  • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
  • Home Health Aide (HHA) Certification
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.

Languages

English

Timeline

Registered Nurse

the Cottage
09.2023 - Current

LPN Charge Nurse

Eton Home Health
06.2021 - 09.2023

Civil Engineer

US Airforce
05.2021 - Current

LPN Charge Nurse

Zarrow Pointe
07.2018 - 05.2022

Associate of Science - Nursing

Connors State College

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Connors State College

Diploma - Nursing Practice

Platt College
Simamen Lekundu