Tasha H. Ikegulu
Baton Rouge,LA
Summary
Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and organizational skills who has acquired broad experience in caring for patients. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse, LPN
North Oaks Medical Center
01.2025 - Current
- Administers medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Remain calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time with 85% de-escalation success rate
- Accurately records interactions in medical charts, documenting accidents and interventions applied.
- Educating patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Evaluating patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Collaborating with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
Nurse, LPN
Baton Rouge Rehabilitation Hospital
08.2024 - Current
- Administers medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses on assigned caseload of 7 patients.
- Advises patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Promotes patient and family comfort during challenging rehab recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Documents treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Communicates with healthcare team members to plan, implement, and enhance treatment strategies.
- Delivering high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
NURSE TECHNICIAN
North Oaks Medical Center
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Collaborated with nursing staff to implement patient care plans.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Provided activities of daily living by assisting with serving meals, ambulating, turning and positioning patients.
- Maintained stringent hygiene standards of unit with disinfection and consistent restock of all equipment.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
CASE MANAGER/WRAPAROUND FACILITATOR
Merakey
03.2017 - 01.2023
- Five years of experience facilitating wraparound services for children and families involved in the child welfare system. Resulting in a 90% reunification rate for displaced children.
- Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized service plans.
- Strong skills in crisis intervention, advocacy, and resource coordination.
MENTAL HEALTH TECHNICIAN II
Baton Rouge General Hospital
04.2021 - 10.2021
- Provided direct care and support to individuals with mental health disorders in a hospital setting.
- Implemented behavioral management strategies and crisis intervention techniques to ensure safety and stability for clients.
- Facilitated therapeutic group activities to promote mental health recovery.
FAMILY SYSTEMS COUNSELOR
Alternate Therapeutic Solutions
11.2014 - 03.2017
- Provided counseling services to families struggling with communication issues and conflict resolution.
- Managed caseload of diverse family dynamics and backgrounds, implementing evidence-based therapy techniques.
- Facilitated family therapy sessions focused on improving relationships and promoting healthy communication.
- Collaborated with other mental health professionals to create comprehensive treatment plans for families in crisis.
- Used cognitive behavior therapy to assist clients in recognizing and redirecting poor habits.
Education
TECHNICAL DIPLOMA - Licensed Practical Nursing
River Parishes Community College
Gonzales, LA05.2024
BACHELOR OF ARTS - SOCIOLOGY
Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge, LA01.2009
Skills
- Interpersonal skills tailored to multicultural environments
- Clinical assessment and patient instruction
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
- Electronic patient record management
- Medication administration
- Clinical record analysis
- Patient-centered nursing care
- Comprehensive nursing evaluations
- Workflow optimization
Certifications Courses
- Compact LPN License(Louisiana)-Eligible to practice in Member states
- BLS (Basic Life Support) Certification 2025
Timeline
Nurse, LPN
North Oaks Medical Center
01.2025 - Current
Nurse, LPN
Baton Rouge Rehabilitation Hospital
08.2024 - Current
NURSE TECHNICIAN
North Oaks Medical Center
05.2024 - 08.2024
MENTAL HEALTH TECHNICIAN II
Baton Rouge General Hospital
04.2021 - 10.2021
CASE MANAGER/WRAPAROUND FACILITATOR
Merakey
03.2017 - 01.2023
FAMILY SYSTEMS COUNSELOR
Alternate Therapeutic Solutions
11.2014 - 03.2017
TECHNICAL DIPLOMA - Licensed Practical Nursing
River Parishes Community College
BACHELOR OF ARTS - SOCIOLOGY
Louisiana State University
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