UNOTJARI KAKUJAHAMATUNDU RN
OWINGS MILLS,MD
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with 15 years experience in healthcare. Skilled in providing exceptional care to diverse patient populations with a passion for geriatric health issues. Loyal and collaborate team player.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN, Medical-Surgical/Tele
Cleveland Clinic, Main campus - Urology/MS/Tele
Cleveland, OH
06.2023 - Current
- Performed initial assessments of patients, including vital signs and medical histories.
- Assisted physicians with patient care, treatments, and procedures.
- Provided direct patient care in accordance with established policies and procedures.
- Administered medications and monitored effectiveness of treatments.
- Assessed changes in patient status and reported to nursing staff or physician.
- Instructed patients and families on proper homecare techniques for post-treatment management of conditions.
- Monitored patients for adverse reactions to medications or treatments.
- Ordered laboratory tests as directed by the physician and documented results appropriately.
- Performed wound care according to facility protocol.
- Evaluated patient responses to treatments, medications, and interventions; modified plans accordingly.
- Assisted with admission process by gathering required information from patients or family members.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining accuracy in documentation.
- Ensured accurate medication administration records were maintained at all times.
- Interviewed patients to obtain medical history.
- Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
RN- Cardiac Surgery/Neuro Unit Registered Nurse
University of Rochester Strong Memorial Hospital
Rochester , NY
04.2023 - 05.2023
- Cared expertly for individuals with wide array of medical issues such as pulmonary, cardiology and infectious disease patients.
- Informed patients, family members and caregivers of physician instructions for post-operative at-home care.
- Deployed therapeutic communication and active listening and teaching to establish relationships with patients, families and health care team for optimum patient care.
- Monitored unexpected patient events, interactions or outcomes and recorded incident report in certain situations.
- Observed surgical procedures to closely monitor patient and quickly assist physician with potential complications or additional needs.
- Coordinated with patient and attending physician in facilitating discharge and continuing needs for home care or transfer to extended care facility.
- Recorded actions or behaviors of clinical significance in EMR system charts and kept physicians informed.
- Coordinated and interpreted radiological scans, EKGs and other diagnostic screenings to diagnose patient conditions.
RN - Float Pool PCU/MS/ TELE
Antelope Valley Medical Center
Lancaster, CA
06.2022 - 02.2023
- Educated patients regarding treatment medications and side effects.
- Followed established policies related to performance improvement, attendance, safety and environmental and infection-control guidelines.
- Performed exams and preventive health measures within prescribed guidelines.
- Identified and facilitated patient referrals to address complex medical issues.
- Safeguarded patient privacy through stringent adherence to HIPAA requirements.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Neuroscience/PCU, Med/Surge/TELE
University of New Mexico Hospital
Albuquerque, NW
04.2022 - 05.2022
- Performed nursing tasks to deliver high level of care and comply with procedures and regulations.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals to administer therapies and maintain continuum of care.
- Implemented accurate and timely documentation in electronic client medical records.
- Reported patient assessment findings and physical and psychosocial responses to nursing intervention for progress towards care goals.
- Facilitated medication management and monitored patients for side effects.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Desert Valley Medical Center
Victorville, CA
03.2022 - 04.2022
- Participated in bedside reporting and handoff at change of shift and for patient transfers.
- Administered medications and treatments as directed and as appropriate for patient's medical care in collaboration with multi-disciplinary team.
Registered Nurse Med/Surge/Tele
Saint Anthony Hospital
Chicago , IL
01.2022 - 03.2022
- Trauma Level 1
- Completed travel assignment.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Unity Point Heal
Rock Island, IL
11.2021 - 01.2022
- Participated in bedside reporting and handoff at change of shift and for patient transfers.
- Administered medications and treatments as directed and as appropriate for patient's medical care in collaboration with multi-disciplinary team.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Updated physicians on patient test results and assisted in developing care plans.
Registered Nurse
Providence Medford Medical Center
Medford , Oregon
08.2021 - 11.2021
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Performed blood and blood product transfusions and intravenous infusions to address patient symptoms or underlying causes.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
St. Joseph Medical Center
Towson, MD
11.2016 - 01.2021
- Communicates with Unit Manager regarding pertinent issues related to each unit (Example: falls, infections, negative outcomes, change in condition, per occurrence events, complaints, etc.).
- Resolves patient needs by utilizing multidisciplinary team strategies.
- Maintains safe and clean working environment by designing and implementing procedures, rules, and regulations; calling for assistance from other health care professionals.
Evening Shift Supervisor
Future Care Sandtown
Baltimore, MD 21217
10.2009 - 11.2019
- Conducted screening, diagnostic treatment and rehabilitative and supportive services as the senior nurse on a primary health care team.
- Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in medical records.
- Training new LPNs. Delegate tasks to LPNs, CNAs and accesory staff and Manage schedule.
Geriatric Nursing Assistant
United Cerebral Palsy
Pikesville, Maryland
08.2007 - 09.2009
- Assist patient with activities of daily living
- Vital signs
- Finger sticks
- Medication administration
- Escort for appointments
- Companionship
Education
4 Year Diploma in Nursing - Nursing
University of Namibia
2001
Bachelor of Science - Pre-Med
Univeristy of Rochester
1993
Skills
- Patient care
- Supervisor
- Assessments
- Vitals
- Medication administration
- Phlebotomy
- IV managment
- HIPPA compliance
- Detail oriented
- Organized
- People person
Certification
Registered Nurse- R187712- 2009-PresentDelegating Nurse Certificate, American Red Cross-2015Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation-2014-Present
Timeline
RN, Medical-Surgical/Tele
Cleveland Clinic, Main campus - Urology/MS/Tele
06.2023 - Current
RN- Cardiac Surgery/Neuro Unit Registered Nurse
University of Rochester Strong Memorial Hospital
04.2023 - 05.2023
RN - Float Pool PCU/MS/ TELE
Antelope Valley Medical Center
06.2022 - 02.2023
Neuroscience/PCU, Med/Surge/TELE
University of New Mexico Hospital
04.2022 - 05.2022
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Desert Valley Medical Center
03.2022 - 04.2022
Registered Nurse Med/Surge/Tele
Saint Anthony Hospital
01.2022 - 03.2022
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Unity Point Heal
11.2021 - 01.2022
Registered Nurse
Providence Medford Medical Center
08.2021 - 11.2021
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
St. Joseph Medical Center
11.2016 - 01.2021
Evening Shift Supervisor
Future Care Sandtown
10.2009 - 11.2019
Geriatric Nursing Assistant
United Cerebral Palsy
08.2007 - 09.2009
4 Year Diploma in Nursing - Nursing
University of Namibia
Bachelor of Science - Pre-Med
Univeristy of Rochester
Registered Nurse- R187712- 2009-PresentDelegating Nurse Certificate, American Red Cross-2015Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation-2014-Present
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