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Vivian A Kargbo

Mesa,AZ

Summary

Compassionate Nurse known for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Skilled in patient care, medication administration, and emergency response with strong abilities to manage health monitoring systems accurately. Excel in communication, empathy, and problem-solving, ensuring optimal patient comfort and safety.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

RN

All In Health services
Mesa, AZ
01.2024 - Current
  • Registered Nurse, 14+ years in direct patient care within an acute care setting.
  • Experience in clinical settings providing geriatric nursing care on a med-surgical unit and Med-tele, including pulmonary, post-ICU, surgical, ortho, and trauma units.
  • Managed care for adults with a wide variety of diagnoses, such as diabetes management, orthopedic, respiratory/pulmonary, cardiac/telemetry, COVID-19 management, infectious disease, and isolation.

Travel Nurse

Aya healthcare
Thomasville, USA
01.2019 - 11.2024
  • Work well with other interdisciplinary team members, such as CNAs, nurses, doctors, therapists, and non-medical staff, to provide excellent patient care.
  • Experienced with floating from various hospital units, home health, and nursing homes.
  • Provided direct nursing care to patients with acute, chronic, and complex conditions.

RN

Caromont regional medical center hospital
Gastonia, NC
06.2020 - 05.2024
  • Assessed patient health and developed individualized care plans accordingly.
  • Provided direct nursing care to patients, including administering medications, wound care, and IV therapy.
  • Educated patients on health maintenance, disease prevention, and treatment options.
  • Collaborated with physicians in developing patient-specific treatment plans.
  • Responded quickly to life-threatening situations by providing appropriate interventions.
  • Ensured compliance with infection control policies and procedures.

RN

Trustaff Travel Nursing Agency
Person Memorial Hospital, USA
01.2016 - 04.2022
  • Worked closely with other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
  • Managed complex cases involving multiple diagnoses or treatments.
  • Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
  • Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.

RN

Carolinas Continue Care Hospital at University
Charlotte, NC
02.2017 - 03.2022
  • Provided direct nursing care to patients, including administering medications, wound care, and IV therapy.
  • Performed physical examinations and assessments of patients' medical histories.
  • Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, respiration rate, pulse rate and weight.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
  • Managed complex cases involving multiple diagnoses or treatments.
  • Provided emotional support to families facing difficult decisions about a loved one's care.

Education

RN, BSN - Nursing Science

Excelsior College
Albany, NY
11-2016

Registered Nurse (ADN) - Nursing Science

Excelsior College
Albany, NY
07-2009

Licensed Practical Nurse -

01.1999

CNA -

01.1997

Bachelor Family Law -

University of Yaoundé
01.1991

Skills

  • Vital Sign Monitoring
  • Pressure Ulcer Management
  • Patient Needs Assessment
  • Compassionate Care
  • Medical Documentation
  • ADL support
  • Physical Assessment
  • Tracheostomy Care
  • Intravenous therapy
  • Patient Education
  • Oxygen therapy
  • Seizure Management
  • Patient Advocacy
  • Ventilator Monitoring
  • Catheter Care
  • Care Plan Development
  • Chronic Disease Management
  • IV management
  • Feeding pumps understanding
  • Medication Administration

Personal Information

Title: RN-BSN

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

RN

All In Health services
01.2024 - Current

RN

Caromont regional medical center hospital
06.2020 - 05.2024

Travel Nurse

Aya healthcare
01.2019 - 11.2024

RN

Carolinas Continue Care Hospital at University
02.2017 - 03.2022

RN

Trustaff Travel Nursing Agency
01.2016 - 04.2022

RN, BSN - Nursing Science

Excelsior College

Registered Nurse (ADN) - Nursing Science

Excelsior College

Licensed Practical Nurse -

CNA -

Bachelor Family Law -

University of Yaoundé
Vivian A Kargbo