Matilda N. NJU
Matilda N. NJu
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Tel: 678-***-**** tillytuma97@@gmail.com
Education
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN-FNP)
Clayton State University, Morrow Georgia
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), Kennesaw State University, Kennesaw Georgia
06/2006
Diploma in Practical Nursing, Chattahoochee Technical College, Dallas Georgia
05/1996 Diploma in Publicity and Marketing, Douala Cameroon
1994 Bachelor of Arts in English Language, University of Yaounde, Cameroon
Nurse Practitioner - Agnes Scot Wellness Center)
Primary Care/ Urgent care
January -Current
Obtains patient history and performs assessment via observation, interview and examination. Orders, performs and interprets diagnostic studies.
Performs preventative health and wellness screenings for students and staff
Provides direct treatment and management of health conditions referral/collaboration with other specialties.
Application and management of topical wound care and associated wound management products.
Assessing, recognizing, diagnosing, treating and referring students at risk for conditions such as depression, eating disorders etc
Testing, Interpretation of diagnostic tests and recommendation of appropriate follow
Performs about 10 pap smears per week, performs breast exams, counsels and educates patients on safe sex, as well as smoking cessation and nutritional needs.
Nurse Practitioner, Temple Medical clinic
August 2019 – current-PRN
Obtains patient history and performs assessment via observation, interview and examination. Orders, performs and interprets diagnostic studies.
Performs preventative health and vascular assessments, screening and patient care.
Provides direct treatment and management of health conditions referral/collaboration with other specialties.
Application and management of topical wound care and associated wound management products.
Direction and recommendation of associated services to improve wound healing outcomes. This includes but is not limited to labs, radiologic tests, vascular tests, I&Ds, sutures, referrals, home health care.
Interpretation of diagnostic tests and recommendation of appropriate follow up to same.
Counsels and educates patients and their families/caregivers concerning wounds, as well as smoking cessation and nutritional needs.
Performs wound assessment, dressing changes and debridement per wound management protocols.
Practicum – Temple Medical Clinical
Jan 2019 to April /2019
185 hours of clinical experience under the supervision of a Family Nurse Practitioner with a focus on children, adults and elderly
Temple Medical clinic
August 2018 to Dec 2018
135 hours of clinical experience with major focus of Elderly and their families under the supervision of Lori Hudson, Nurse Practitioner
West Cobb Internal Medicine
Jan 2018 to April 2018
135 hours of clinical experience focusing on health promotion of adult and their families under direct supervision of Dr Kwame Fiokpornoo
Healthy Steps Pediatrics
May 2018 to August 2018
135 hours of clinical experience, focusing on health promotion of children and their families under the direct supervision of Pediatric NP, Lauren Youmans
Clinical Duties
Total of 590 hours
Provided healthcare services to patients under the direction and responsibility of a physician. Performed comprehensive and problem focused histories and physical examinations, ordered and interpreted laboratory and diagnostic tests. Developed a treatment plan within the scope of practice and in collaboration with the physician when necessary. Exercised judgment on conditions requiring consultation, referral, or evaluation with the supervising physician or to other healthcare professional. Care was provided to children, adults, elderly and their families through their life span
Summary
7 years experience as a Registered Nurse in a Trauma 1 hospital in a 41 bed unit
Successfully completed two years in the Grady Registered Nurse residency program
7 year experience as Registered Nurse in different departments
7 year experience as a hospice and palliative care nurse with vitas Innovative hospice
7 year experience as LPN in healthcare facilities
7 year experience as a patient care provider in private and public facilities
12 year experience as a nurse
6 year experience as a supervisor of a team of 12 people
Organized, motivated, loyal, able to adapt fast in a dynamic and changing environment.
Skilled in management and multi-tasking
Career objectives
Providing Culturally competent care, hardworking, goal oriented, reliable, compassionate nurse providing care to the underserved and elite population efficiently. Also, able to work with very little or no supervision, client focused professional seeking position as a Registered Nurse. Bringing excellent education and skills. Have taken care of patients in diverse healthcare settings. Particularly interested in an environment that fosters personal and professional growth and also promotes a positive environment amongst workers. Possess exceptional ability to adapt and integrate into various situations.
EXPERIENCE
04/2013 -12/2019
Staff Nurse, Grady Memorial Hospital Atlanta Georgia, Trauma 1 hospital
Currently working as a registered nurse in the a 42 bed Medical surgical/Telemetry Unit
Faithfully providing direct patient care to medical/ surgical/ telemetry patient, including; mediation administration, wound care, central line and ABG blood draws, patient education, referrals, admissions, discharges and efficient patient advocate. Participate in clinical trials and provide caring moments to patients in a wide range in age and population.
Very strong medical surgical, post surgical and geriatric experience
Charge Nurse
Managerial duties and responsibilities
Responsible for a 41 unit bed medical surgical unit, managing, supervising and assisting the nursing staff, as well as providing administrative support and patient care.
Supervising and managing the activities of 8 nurses and 7 nurse aides and support staff, assessing and allocating admissions to nurses, directing the admission, discharge and general flow of patients, and assigning nurses and support staff to patients.
Provide guidance to nurse on new patient admissions with care, protocol an special needs and developing a plan of care
Responsible for organizing post-incident briefings to prevent future occurrences
Also responsible for assessing, evaluating and documenting the performance of staff and meet with upper management to plan and strategize and implement new innovations
Administrative duties
Include creating schedules, maintaining adequate supplies and informing staff of changes to protocol. Adjusting available staffs according to need and patient care responsibilities.
Nursing Duties and Responsibilities
Provide direct patient care, assess and monitor acuity of all patients and work with nurse directly responsible to escalate care when necessary. Provide direct assistance and support to novice nurses. Assist and take over care of patients from some nurses when necessary and appropriate
Travel Nurse: Premier Healthcare professionals
Travel Assignments:
Wellstar kennestone Hospital – 09/2009 –Current (Cardiac Unit)
Providing culturally competent and exceptional care in one of Georgia’s largest Healthcare system on a Cardiac and acute care unit. Evaluating and treating patients, performing and reading EKGs, closely monitors patients help to diagnose and treat conditions that affect the pulmonary or circulatory systems. Assisting with other specialized test, monitoring cardiac and vascular readings. Educating, supporting and motivating patients on lifestyle changes
Northside Hospital Extended recovery Unit – 10/2018-01/2019
Providing care to post surgical patients until they are ready for discharge. Assessing respiratory status post anesthesia, assessing surgical sites for bleeding, assessing vital signs every 15 minutes until patient is stable, neurological status, assessing drains, tubes, hypothermia, urine output, circulation, sensation in extremities, controlling pain, nausea /vomiting every hour for the first eight hours post surgery. Administering
WellStar Hopsital Cobb – 09/2015 – 12/2017
Providing culturally competent and exceptional care in one of Georgia’s largest Healthcare system, confidently floating to multiple Acute care units and providing excellent care to patients of all backgrounds and ethnicity with very little or no supervision.
Emory hospital Midtown, Atlanta – until 9/2015
Patient population mostly surgical, Post Gynecologic, Plastic and Urology surgery and the medical surgical general population
Piedmont Hospital Fayetteville 02/2014 -2015
Provided care on medical surgical floor and floating to acute care areas as needed.
Travel Nurse Liquid Agents healthcare, Gordon Hospital Calhoun Georgia -2014
Exceptional ability to adapt float to multiple units easily. Providing direct patient care to medical/ surgical/ telemetry patient, including; mediation administration, wound care, central line and ABG blood draws, patient education, referrals, admissions, discharges and efficient patient advocate. Participate in clinical trials and provide caring moments to patients.
Certifications
FNP-C
RN
BLS (Basic Life Support)
ACLS
Computer Skills and EHR
Microsoft word, Excel
Epic
Cerner
Nextgen
Medicat
LANGUAGES
Bilingual, fluent in English and French
Honors & Awards
2017. Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing, Xi Rho Chapter
2017. National Honor Society
Affiliations and Professional Membership
2019 American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP)
2018. United Advanced Practice Registered Nurses of Georgia (UAPRN), Atlanta Chapter
2017. Sigma Theta Tau International, Xi Rho Chapter
2017. National Honor society
2019. Rotary Club international