Chikaodi Chukwuemeka

• Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
• Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
• Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
• Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
• Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
• Prepared and sanitized rooms before surgical procedures and assisted surgeons during operations with medical equipment.
• Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
• Helped patients eat and drink when necessary for safe consumption of food consistent with recovery guidelines.
• Followed proper procedure for installation and removal of catheters, IVs and PIC lines.
• Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.

• Provided high quality care to approximately 30 patients per day on 40-bed unit
• Assessed and offered nursing advice to patients with medical complaints or concerns and responded to requests for assistance.
• Assisted primary care provider with procedures by preparing appropriate instruments and sterile field.
• Weighed patients and took blood pressure and vital signs to assist nursing staff.
• Assessed patient room and care environment to optimize patient comfort by keeping areas free of clutter.
• Transported patients and helped with discharge procedures.
• Triaged patients based on vital signs and rapid assessment.
• Adhered to policies and procedures to promote hospital mission and vision.
• Provided support and companionship to patients in need of assistance.

Administered medications and oversaw activities of daily living such as bathing,hygiene and ambulation.

 Observed patient to chart and report changes in patient

condition and adverse reactions to medications and treatments.

 Updated and developed care plans to establish goals based on patient's nursing diagnosis.

 Educated and supervised patients and family members regarding prevention strategies,self-care techniques and nursing care needs.

 Took vital signs to assess patient health progress and needs.

 Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.

 Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.

 Offered support for client mental and emotional needs to enhance physical outcomes and overall happiness.

 Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.