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JOSEPHINE ONUAKU
Glen Allen
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Summary
Dynamic and dedicated Skilled Critical Care Nurse with extensive experience at Canterbury Rehab and Healthcare Center. Proven expertise in tracheostomy care and patient assessment, coupled with strong critical thinking and effective communication skills. Committed to enhancing patient outcomes through innovative care plans and mentorship of nursing staff.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Skilled Critical Care Nurse
Canterbury Rehab and Healthcare Center
03.2024 - Current
- Coordinated patient admissions and discharges to ensure timely care transitions.
- Implemented advanced life support techniques in emergency situations to stabilize critically ill patients.
- Provided comprehensive nursing care to critically ill patients on vent and tracheostomy support.
- Assisted physicians and RT in performing complex medical procedures such as tracheostomy insertions.
- Assessed and monitored vital signs, laboratory results, clinical data, and patient responses to treatments.
- Demonstrated sound clinical judgment when making decisions about patient interventions under rapidly changing circumstances.
- Mentored new nurses on practices and procedures to drive patient outcome goals.
Nursing Supervisor
CULPEPER HEALTH AND REHAB
07.2023 - 12.2024
- Supervised nursing staff, enhancing quality of patient care and ensuring compliance with standards.
- Ensured that all staff members were properly trained in the use of medical equipment and protocols.
- Trained new nurses on protocols and best practices, improving patient management skills.
- Implemented care plans, coordinating with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient outcomes.
- Conducted regular assessments, evaluating patient conditions and adjusting care as necessary.
- Mediated conflicts between staff and families, fostering positive relationships and effective communication.
- Managed patient records using electronic health record systems for accuracy.
Flu Vaccination nurse
Quest Diagnostics
04.2018 - 05.2024
- Administered influenza vaccinations to diverse Maryland communities, enhancing public health access.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop patient care plans.
- Administered medications and treatments to patients in a timely manner.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop patient care plans.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to medical staff promptly.
Telemetry Nurse
Delaware County Memorial Hospital
09.2021 - 07.2023
- Utilized telemetry equipment to assess cardiac rhythms and functions.
- Assessed, monitored, and evaluated patient vital signs on a continuous basis using telemetry equipment.
- Identified cardiac dysrhythmias, documented rhythm strip changes, and communicated abnormalities to physicians for timely interventions.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team.
- Administered medications per physician orders and hospital protocols.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create patient care plans.
- Documented patient information in electronic health records, ensuring accuracy for effective care coordination.
- Direct bedside nursing care for patients on cardiac monitor.
- Assisted in emergency situations by providing critical care interventions.
- Educated patients on health conditions, enhancing understanding of treatment plans and promoting healthier lifestyle choices.
Charge Nurse
Autumn Lake Healthcare
08.2020 - 07.2022
- Managed medication administration ensuring compliance with protocols.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported significant changes promptly.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to improve patient care delivery.
- Assisted in developing care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Implemented infection control measures to maintain safety standards.
- Administered insulin according to the sliding scale and educated patients about their health.
Charge Nurse LPN
Deanwood Rehab and Wellness Center
06.2019 - 06.2020
- Delivered bedside nursing care, administered medications, monitored vital signs, and managed g-tube, tracheostomy, colostomy, and wound care to ensure patient comfort and safety.
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure quality patient care at a rehabilitation facility.
- Coordinated patient admissions and discharges for seamless transitions in care.
- Managed medication administration and monitored patient responses effectively.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Addison, ILAssociate of Science - Nursing
Bryant & Stratton College
Richmond, VADiploma in Nursing - Nursing
Saint Michael's College of Allied Health
Washington, DCSkills
- Tracheostomy Care
- Vent
- Patient assessment
- Telemetry monitoring
- Acute care
- Vital signs
- Venipuncture
- EMR Systems
- EMR super user
- Critical thinking
- Time management
- Effective communication
Certification
• Registered Nurse
• Licensed Practical Nurse
• ACLS Certification
• NIHSS Certification
• BLS Certification
• Licensed Practical Nurse
• ACLS Certification
• NIHSS Certification
• BLS Certification
Assessments
- Clinical judgment, Proficient, 08/01/20, Assessing a patient's condition and implementing the appropriate medical intervention, Full results: Proficient
- Clinical judgment, Proficient, 03/01/20, Assessing a patient's condition and implementing the appropriate medical intervention., Full results: Proficient
Accomplishments
Flower Bud Award, 2025. Awarded by Chippenham Hospital (HCA)
Timeline
Skilled Critical Care Nurse
Canterbury Rehab and Healthcare Center
03.2024 - Current
Nursing Supervisor
CULPEPER HEALTH AND REHAB
07.2023 - 12.2024
Telemetry Nurse
Delaware County Memorial Hospital
09.2021 - 07.2023
Charge Nurse
Autumn Lake Healthcare
08.2020 - 07.2022
Charge Nurse LPN
Deanwood Rehab and Wellness Center
06.2019 - 06.2020
Flu Vaccination nurse
Quest Diagnostics
04.2018 - 05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Associate of Science - Nursing
Bryant & Stratton College
Diploma in Nursing - Nursing
Saint Michael's College of Allied Health