RITA N. EZIRIM

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LOS ANGELES CA 90016. ade6ks@r.postjobfree.com

323-***-****.

Objective:

Licensure & Certification:

Nurse Practitioner (California) Dec 2018, Exp June 2022.

Nurse Practitioner Furnishing Number Dec 2018, Exp June 2022

DEA LICENSE Issued Jan, 2019

Registered Nurse (California) Issued 12/2010, Exp June 2022

CPR (American Heart Association) Expires 09/2021

ACLS Expires 09/2021

Education:

Masters of Science in Nursing with Specialty in Family Nurse Practitioner July 2018 Charles Drew University of Medicine and Science Los Angeles.

Family Nurse Practitioner Rotation: Tri- City Medical Group Los Angeles CA 90061 May 2017 August 2018.

Associate Degree in Nursing Sept 1997 - 2001.

School of Nursing Joint Hospital Mbano-Imo State, Nigeria.

Bachelor Degree in Nursing Nov 27th, 2016.

Grand Canyon University Arizona

Employment History:

LA County DHS Correctional Services, (Twin Towers) March 2020 to Present

450 Bauchet Street, in Los Angeles, California 90014.

I am working with Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (Twin Towers) in the Urgent Care Department through Envision Physician Services as a Family Nurse Practitioner taking care of Inmates patients by:

Assumes ongoing responsibility for each patient from discovery of the disorder to recovery

Performs complete physical examinations, including interviewing patients to obtain complete medical histories as well as ordering, interpreting and evaluating diagnostic tests and examinations

Diagnoses and treats both chronic and episodic disorders including complications of otherwise routine processes such as pregnancy or childhood development.

Establishes and documents the health care plan and prognosis, maintaining records of each case that are detailed and complete for any physician reviewing them to evaluate the effectiveness of the plan.

Initiates drug therapy, taking responsibility for other reactions as well as therapy when performed prior to consultation with a physician.

Determines when the patient has recovered from the disorder and releases the patient.

Under established guidelines, reviews and analyze patient records in order to evaluate the usage if psychotropic drugs and the quality and appropriateness of the care of mental health patients.

Medcare Staffing Inc. Jan, 2020 to March 2020

450 Old Peachtree Road Northwest,

Suite 101 Suwanee, GA 30024

I worked at South Central Qualified Health Center, in Los Angeles California 90011 as a Family Nurse Practitioner through Medcare Staffing, taking care of patients by:

Diagnosing and providing treatment for patients with chronic illnesses, diseases and injuries.

Obtaining medical histories from patients.

Conducting yearly physical examinations.

Ordering and performing diagnostic testing and interprets results.

Prescribing medication, physical therapy and other treatments based on patient’s diagnosis or test results.

Recognizing signs of substance abuse or addiction and takes steps to get patient into an appropriate treatment program.

Serving as a midwife providing family planning, prenatal and postnatal care to women.

Providing well child care such as immunizations, sports physicals and other screenings.

Conducting gynecological exams and pap smears.

Performing minor surgeries or assists a physician with surgeries.

Recognizing signs of mental or emotional illness in patients and refers patients to the appropriate doctor for evaluation and treatment.

Reporting suspected cases of abuse or neglect to county or state authorities.

Providing education to patients regarding health risks, preventive care, diet, exercise and overall health maintenance.

Collaborating with other health care providers in coordination of care and case management.

Nueva Esperanza Medical Clinic

1704 W Manchester Ave #109, Los Angeles, CA 90047 Jan, 2019 to March 2020

I am worked in the above named clinic as a Family Nurse Practitioner, in collaboration with other health professionals and specialties taking care of Adults, Pediatrics, Geriatrics patients by:

•Developing treatment plans for acute and chronic diseases

•Educating and guiding patients on disease prevention and healthy lifestyle habits

•Understanding the changes in health promotion throughout the aging process

•Conducting exams

•Performing diagnostic tests and screening evaluations

•Managing overall patient care regarding lifestyle and development issues

•Emphasizing preventative care and disease management

•Prescribing medications including the frequency and dosage.

•Diagnose and treat acute infections, injuries and illnesses.

•Conduct and order diagnostic tests to be conducted on your behalf, such as x-rays and electrocardiograms (EKGs).

•Record and examine the medical history, diagnoses, and symptoms of a patient.

•Talk to patients about effectively managing their health, as well as assisting in designing appropriate treatment plans and recommending further care.

•Provide care and guidance to patients when it comes to taking medication, as well as what side effects they may have, and any interactions that may take place with medication the patient is already taking.

VNA HEALTH CARE AND PALLATIVE CARE April 2018 Jan, 2019

2520 Red Hill Ave, Santa Ana, CA 92705

•I worked at VNA Palliative Healthcare as a Nurse Practitioner, taking care of patients by Proactive identification of opportunities to innovate in care delivery in order to improve the patient and caregiver experience of care for serious illnesses.

•Providing direct patient care and consultation of patients referred for palliative care or hospice consults and/or service.

•Assisting with diagnosis, treatment and management of acute and chronic health conditions within scope of practice.

•Medication reconciliation and optimization, including discontinuation of non-beneficial medications when appropriate.

•Creation of patient plans of care which may include course of treatment for patient, ensures continuity of care and plans for discharge.

•Evaluation and treatment of emergent and ongoing physical, emotional, social and spiritual symptoms and determine executive, cognitive and functional capacity of patient and caregiver

•Collaboration with interdisciplinary teams including home health nurses, hospital nurses, social workers, attending physicians, palliative care or hospice physicians and others to identify patient needs and order medication adjustments, treatments and other care.

•Building effective relationships with other health care providers and referral sources to ensure excellent team follow-up.

•Developing curricular materials and participating in the education of other medical professionals.

LAC + USC Medical Center 1100 North State street LA CA 90033 March 2012 to Present

I am working at the above name hospital in Observation Unit Department and Emergency Department as a Registered Nurse /RN Charge Nurse. I also work at the Trauma unit, Psychiatric unit, Orthopedic, Urgent care and Jail unit.

Duties:

•Delivery and administration of oral, injectable, intravenous medications

•Provides patient/family teaching regarding disease process

•Collaborative work with physician and other staff to manage the health of residents

•Admission Assessment

•Staff Education (Licensed/Non-licensed In-services)

•Data Entry for Minimum Data Sheets

•Electronic Physician Orders Transcription

•Incident Report Investigation/Fall Assessment Team

•Management and direct care of patients with oral, nasal, gastric, chest, tracheal tubes, and ostomies.

•Management of psychiatric patients like Psychosis, Elopement risks, Suicidal Ideations, Gravely Disable and patients that are depressed in the Psychiatric unit, making sure they are safe and receive due treatment needed.

•Provides education to patients and families regarding disease processes, medications, and management current medical condition

•Collection and interpretation of advance clinical data including vital signs, cardiac monitors, lab results, disease, and medical/wound progression.

•Participates in performance improvement activities – quality assurance and improvement

•Delegates, assigns, and/or supervises the assigned work

•Supervises and leads a team of LVNs, CNAs in providing care for patients.

•Reassesses and revises plan of care in collaboration with other members of the health care team.

Maxim Staffing Solutions: 03/2012 - 01/2013.

I worked for Maxim as a traveler Registered Nurse, working at different hospitals like St John’s Hospital Santa Monica, Good Samaritan hospital, Kindred Hospitals, Promise Hospital.

Duties

•Worked in Medical Surgical Unit by providing direct patient care to patients

•Provides patient/family teaching regarding disease process

•Collaborative work with physician and other staff to manage the health of residents

•Admission Assessment

•Staff Education (Licensed/Non-licensed In-services)

•Data Entry for Minimum Data Sheets

•Electronic Physician Orders Transcription

•Incident Report Investigation/Fall Assessment Team.

Master Staffing Inc ltd. 09/2013- March 2014.

Registered Nurse (RN)

•Administration of oral, injectable, intravenous medications

•Provides patient/family teaching regarding disease process

•Collaborative work with physician and other staff to manage the health of residents

•Admission Assessment

•Admission Order Transcription

•Management and direct care of patients with oral, nasal, gastric, chest, tracheal tubes, and ostomies.

•Provides education to patients and families regarding disease processes, medications, and management current medical condition

•Collection and interpretation of advance clinical data including vital signs, cardiac monitors, lab results, disease, and medical/wound progression.

•Participates in performance improvement activities – quality assurance and improvement

•Delegates, assigns, and/or supervises the assigned work.

Envision Home Health / Palliative care Torrance: Jan 2011 to March 2012

I worked with Envision Home Health/ Palliative care facility in Torrance on the above stated dates, taking care of patients in their homes by opening new cases,

oAssess patients’ condition during every visit and chart your observations o Perform evaluation tasks, including vital signs and medication review o Administer medication as prescribed by the patient’s Physician o Dress or redress open wounds and assess progress of healing o Educate patients and their families on proper home health care strategies and procedures o Coordinate with Occupational Therapists, Physical Therapists, Physicians and anyone else involved in the patient’s care plan

oListen to the patient and respond to concerns or requests

Skills:

•Team player with excellent verbal & written communication and good interpersonal skills

•Dependable and hard working with willingness to learn on the job

•Enthusiastic Worker with great leadership skills

•Great customer service skills

•High energy, but with the ability to remain calm in crisis or escalated situation Management of care under contact, droplet, and airborne precautions.

•Preceptor experience: training and developing new/student nurses and auxiliary staff.

•Provides care in a non-judgmental, non-discriminatory manner.

•Maintains courteous and respectful interaction with patients, co-workers, and members of the public

•Respectful of patient rights; adheres to and protects patient privacy, and confidentiality.

Reference:

•Work Reference: Margret Sanfratello

•Nurse manager EDOA/ SOU/ UCC

323-***-****

•Sonia Porshia o Assistant Nurse Manager EDOA LAC+ USC Medical Center.

(310) 961- 6742 (cell).

•Work Reference: Evans Vanessa FNP/ Emergency Medicine/ Urgent Care NP LA County DHS Correctional Facility(Twin Towers)

o(409)201 - 2225.

•Personal Reference: Henry Ekwegh.

oLAC+ USC Medical Center: Senior Respiratory Therapist o (310) 347- 1666. o

•Personal Reference: Cleopatra Mondesir o LAC/USC Medical Center: Registered Nurse/ Charge Nurse o 323-***-****.

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