George Chika OKOYE
Alexandria
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Medstar Southern Maryland Hospital, excelling in patient education and interdisciplinary collaboration. Proven ability to administer medications and perform critical assessments, ensuring optimal patient outcomes. Recognized for compassionate care and innovative problem-solving, enhancing team performance and achieving departmental goals in high-pressure environments. Proactive and versatile professional with a dedication to quickly adapting to new challenges. Strong problem-solving abilities and a proven track record of fostering strong relationships with clients and team members. Focused on supporting team success and achieving positive results.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Medstar Southern Maryland Hospital
Clinton
02.2005 - 03.2025
- Monitored, recorded, and reported symptoms and changes in patients' conditions.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Educated patients about their condition and the importance of following a treatment plan.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Responded quickly and effectively to life-saving situations using nursing standards and protocols for treatment.
- Provided compassionate care for patients with chronic illnesses or terminal conditions.
- Coordinated discharge planning to ensure continuity of care post-hospitalization.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
RN Floor Nurse
Nurse Finders Agency
Manassas
08.1999 - 04.2008
- Participated in interdisciplinary rounds on each assigned unit at least once per week.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Performed wound care, catheter insertion and removal, intravenous therapy, medication administration, and other treatments as ordered by physicians.
- Ensured accurate documentation of patient records according to hospital policy.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
RN Floor Nurse
Dominion Hospital
Falls Church
01.2005 - 01.2008
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for in-patient care.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Counseled patients on lifestyle changes that could improve their overall health outcomes.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Performed physical examinations and assessments of patients' medical histories.
- Participated in continuing education programs related to nursing practice.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing protocols.
Education
Bachelor of Science -
George Mason University
Fairfax, VA08-2004
MSNP - Nursing Practice
Walden University
Minneapolis, MNSkills
- Electronic health records
- Wound care
- Discharge planning
- Patient education
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Critical thinking
- Crisis management
- Compassionate care
- Hospice care
- Medical assessment
- Reliability
- G-tube care
- Clear patient communication
- Dementia care
- Attention to detail
- Patient discharge
Certification
- RN
- BLS
Languages
English
Full Professional
Igbo
Professional
Accomplishments
- BSc
- BSN
- LPN
- Medical Sciences
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Medstar Southern Maryland Hospital
02.2005 - 03.2025
RN Floor Nurse
Dominion Hospital
01.2005 - 01.2008
RN Floor Nurse
Nurse Finders Agency
08.1999 - 04.2008
Bachelor of Science -
George Mason University
MSNP - Nursing Practice
Walden University
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