Nurse Practitioner Nursing
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CAREER OBJECTIVE
Returning to school to further education as a Doctor of Nursing Practice. Acquiring more advanced education in nursing will expand my horizon and lead to better outcome for my patients. The detailed content of the program will enhance my knowledge of integrating best evidence-based research and my clinical skills into practice to provide care that is tailored to fit patient’s values and lifestyle. Upon graduation, I plan to continue serving my community to provide the best quality, timely holistic care to all my patients. ADVANCED PRACTICE EXPERIENCE
Lotus Healthcare and Wellness Clinic, Hyattsville MD 2019 - Present
Perform routine History and Physical for patients
Assess and treat patients for acute illness
Order diagnostic tests based on patients’ symptoms and assessments
Perform EKG as needed
Perform medical clearance for surgery and other procedure
Review and interpret diagnostic tests results
Prescribe medications and other therapies with preceptors /physician approval
Make referrals as deemed appropriate
Review and reconcile patient medications
Educate patients on medications and side effects
Manage chronic conditions in primary care
Counsel patients and family regarding care
Administer routine vaccinations
Marriott International Headquarters Bethesda Md 2017 - Present
Assess the needs of Marriott Headquarters (HQ) associates
Plan, implement and evaluate programs and services
Perform clinical care compatible with corporate goals and objectives.
Manage health services for associates at Marriott International Headquarters
Provide triage and treatment to Marriott associates from headquarters
Oversee services of contract health care providers and vendors at HQ
Collaborate with the benefit department
Collaborate with the fitness facility staff
Serve as a member of the HQ Crisis Management team
Serve as a member of business impact analysis team for Risk management
Direct the Travel Health Program: Administers immunizations, remains current in travel health
Use Travax software, utilizes travel websites, CDC and other resources. Providence Hospital Occupational Health clinic 2017-2018
Performed History and Physical for employees
Performed and interpreted diagnostic tests
Ordered appropriate tests to aid diagnosis
Assessed and treated employees for acute, and chronic diseases
Made referrals as deemed appropriate
Psychogeriatric Services Silver Spring MD 2016-2017
Provided mental health care in nursing homes settings in Prince Georges and Montgomery counties
Provided initial psychiatric evaluations / medication management for wide range of patients with various diagnosis.
Treated and managed patient in crisis situation
Diagnosed and treated Psychiatric illness/ disorders
Prescribed psychotropic medications
Performed new Psychiatric consultations for Patients
Ordered and monitored/ interpreted lab results
Educated residents/staff on medication side effects
Educated staff on non-pharmacological management of psychiatric problems 6717 Piney Branch Road
NW, Washington DC
20012
Benedette C. Nnaji-Aniekwe
Howard University Division of Nursing, Adjunct Faculty 2015-2018
Teaching BSN nursing students in the Division of Nursing. Lecturing students online and in the classroom.
Clinical instructor with BSN students at Washington Hospital Center. Teaching courses such as Nursing Issue.
The class explores nursing as a profession by analyzing the
science of nursing and nursing culture in basic terms to facilitate understanding.
Students in this course are prepared to function in various mid-level Primary Care Clinical Orientation
Roseu Medical Center LLC Laurel MD Jan 2014 - May 2014
Performed routine History and Physical for patients
Assessed and treated patients for acute illness
Ordered diagnostic tests based on patients’ symptoms and assessments
Reviewed and interpreted diagnostic tests results
Prescribed medications and other therapies with preceptors /physician approval
Made referrals as deemed appropriate
Reviewed and reconciled patients’ medications
Educated patients on medications and side effects and disease process
Managed chronic conditions in primary care
Counseled patients and family regarding care
Maintained patients Confidentiality
Crystal Medical Associates, Glenn Dale MD Jan 2014 - May 2014
Performed routine History and Physical for patients
Assessed and treated patients for acute illness
Ordered diagnostic tests based on patients’ symptoms and assessments
Performed EKG as needed
Performed medical clearance for surgery and other procedure
Reviewed and interpreted diagnostic tests results
Prescribed medications and other therapies with preceptors /physician approval
Made referrals as deemed appropriate
Reviewed and reconciled patients’ medications
Educated patients on medications and side effects
Managed chronic conditions in primary care
Counseled patients and family regarding care
Administered routine vaccinations
Maintained patients Confidentiality
Women’s Health Clinical Orientation
Howard University Hospital Women’s Wellness Center Jun 2014 - Sep 2014
Assessed patients for sexually transmitted diseases, treated patients based on symptoms and diagnostic test results
Ordered diagnostic tests for Sexually transmitted diseases
Performed routine pelvic examinations, breast examinations, and Pap smears for HIV patients
Educated patients on sexually transmitted diseases, risky behaviors and modes of prevention of Sexually transmitted infections
Maintained patient’s confidentiality
Performed routine breast, and pelvic examinations
Prescribed medications based on symptoms and assessment
Performed routine gynecological exanimations
Monitored patients during labor and delivery processes
Performed routine antepartum and postpartum assessments Pediatric Clinical Rotation
Howard University Hospital Washington DC Jun 2014 - Sep 2014
Performed routine History and Physical during well child visits from infants through adolescence
Performed newborn assessments and physical
Assessed and treated patients for varied acute and chronic illnesses
Ordered and reviewed labs and treated patients accordingly
Offered developmentally appropriate anticipatory guidance, health promotion counseling and disease prevention to children from birth through adolescence and their caregivers, during well-child and episodic assessment
Coordinated referrals for interdisciplinary care and follow up
Ordered and administered vaccines
Screened mothers for postpartum depression, and offered appropriate anticipatory guidance and referrals Coolidge High School Washington DC Jun 2014 - Sep 2014
Assessed students for sexually transmitted diseases, treated patients based on symptoms and diagnostic test results
Ordered diagnostic tests for Sexually transmitted diseases
Performed routine pelvic examinations, breast examinations, and Pap smears for HIV patients
Educated students on sexually transmitted diseases, risky behaviors and modes of prevention of Sexually transmitted infections
Maintained patient’s confidentiality
NURSING EXPERIENCE
Saint Elizabeth Hospital 2012-2015
Educated nursing staff on the use of new medical equipment such as suction pumps and other durable medical equipment.
Taught staff proper administration of CPR, AED and First Aid.
Monitored and ensured that the highest quality of care is delivered to our individuals in care
Comprehensive assessments on new patients, compiling and evaluating both the medical and psychiatric history.
Formulated individualized care plans for each patient and describing the treatment goals, including medications, therapy and other behavioral management systems.
Monitored patients throughout treatment and revising plan of care as needed. Performing crisis intervention
Utilized individualized comfort plan, positive behavioral support and other therapeutic milieu.
Documented and supervised all cares rendered to ensure the best evidence-based standard. CM Providence Hospital
Nursing Supervisor 2011-2012
Supervised nursing staff and makes daily physician and task assignments.
Responsible for maintaining personnel operations including performance appraisals, time clock reporting and paid time off requests.
Provided leadership and guidance to assigned staff. Identifies learning opportunities, provides effective coaching and feedback, and develops corrective action plans as appropriate.
Evaluated the quality and effectiveness of nursing services with physicians, to identify opportunities for improving services and patient outcomes.
Ensured the practice complies with Joint Commission requirements and Federal and State regulatory standards at all locations.
Ensured availability and operation of necessary clinical equipment and supplies
Effectively interceded with family and patients and resolves concerns related to the delivery of health care services.
Developed, maintained and evaluated patient/client and staff data collection systems and processes to support the practice of nursing and the delivery of patient care.
Delegated responsibilities appropriate to licensure, education, and experience of staff.
Monitored and evaluated appropriate utilization of staff in collaboration with other stakeholders. JB Johnson Nursing Facility
RN Unit Manager/MDS 2010-2012
Nursing Supervisor 2012-2015
Responsible for the overall functioning of the unit.
Monitored staff performance and clinical skills
Made sure that only the highest level of quality nursing care was provided to patients.
Ensured adequate staffing on the unit to provide care while minimizing the use of overtime and agency nurses.
Ordered and maintained adequate supplies on the unit.
Provided leadership and guidance to direct care staff and supportive personnel.
Assured that residents receive quality care through ongoing assessment of resident status and prompt notification of the physician.
Updated and maintained accurate and up to date Care plans, MDS assessments and other clinical records.
Reported to the Director of Nursing.
Berhan Home Care 2013-2014
Assessed physical, functional, psychosocial, and cognitive status of the home care patient utilizing interview observations and physical exam techniques.
Assessed the home environment for safety, infection control, and community resource needs.
Incorporated multidisciplinary data into the nursing assessment of the home care patient. Provided ongoing nursing assessment with the patient, family and home environment to determine physiologic or psychosocial risk.
Collected information for assessment with the patient, family, physician and other health care team members.
Assessed for the presence of advanced directives and facilitates further action in obtaining information about or implementing advanced directives if indicated.
Planned with the patient, family and physician for care which is feasible within the physical, financial and emotional resources of the family.
Established individualized, measurable goals in consultation with the patient, family and other health care providers.
Anticipated home care needs and sought a wide range of community resources to facilitate problem solving.
Developed standards of care for patients in the home setting.
Utilized home care standards and regulatory guidelines in developing an individualized care plan with each patient and family.
Maintained a working knowledge of community resources and refers patients and families appropriately.
Provided skilled nursing care, preventative rehabilitative procedures, and prescribed treatments with a variety of patient populations within various potentially complex home situations. Howard University Hospital
Staff RN ER 2009-2010
Contributed to the management of resources on the corporate website, intranet, content management database, and document management system.
Collected current symptoms, as well as a detailed patient history
Consulted and coordinated with health care team members to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care plans
Performed triage, while considering both physical and psychosocial elements
Managed basic life support needs and stabilizes patients until the attending physician is available, based upon nursing standards and protocol
Initiated corrective action whenever information from monitoring equipment shows adverse symptomatology Records patients’ current vital signs
Worked directly under physicians, assisting them during exams, diagnostic testing and treatments
Prepared and administered (orally, subcutaneously, through an IV) and recorded prescribed medications. Reported adverse reactions to medications or treatments in accordance with the policy regarding the administration of medications
Provided IV therapy and Cleaned and bandaged wounds
Provided basic, bedside care
Maintained proper supplies and appropriate medical equipment to care for patients. Reported any suspected abuse to the appropriate agencies
Initiated patient education plan, as prescribed by physician.
Taught patients and significant others how to manage their illness/injury, by explaining: post-treatment home care needs, diet/nutrition/exercise programs, self-administration of medication and rehabilitation, as well as provides referrals to other healthcare professionals for follow-up treatment
Displayed professionalism while completing multiple urgent tasks in a timely manner
Recorded all care information concisely, accurately and completely, in a timely manner, in the appropriate format and on the appropriate forms
Maintained HIPPA and Patient confidentiality.
EDUCATION
Howard University, Washington DC
Young Women Christian Association (YWCA):
Certified Nursing Assistant and Nurse’s Aide June 1997 Margaret Washington Carrier High School, Washington D.C. Licensed Practical Nurse June 1998
Howard University, Washington D.C.
Bachelor of Science in Nursing May 2009
Master of Science in Nursing/Family Nurse Practitioner May 2015 Liberty University Lynchburg VA
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner June 2020 LICENSE AND CERTIFICATIONS
Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner- Family (Maryland)- R210906
Nurse Practitioner (Washington DC) –RN1016926
Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner-License in progress
Basic Life Support (American Heart Association)
CERTIFICATIONS
Family Nurse Practitioner-AANP Certified
BLS Instructor From 2006 - present
Certified in MDS 3.0 (Member of AANAC)
Certified in Blackboard -BB01-BB07
AWARDS
Partners in Excellence Award: Marriott International Headquarters Bethesda, MD: 2019
Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing
INDUCTION AS COMMUNITY LEADER: 2017
Humanitarianism award 2015-Howard University College of Nursing
Associate Dean’s outstanding graduate standing award 2015-Howard University
SIGMA THETA TAU INTERNATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY OF NURSIN:
2012 HONOREE (100 extra ordinary nurses in the DC area
Award for Perseverance 2009-Howard University
Washington Center for Aging Services
Sustained Superior Performance Award; 2004, 2005
University of the District of Columbia
Dean’s list, Fall Semester 2006, Academic Achievement Award 2007 ADDITIONAL SKILLS
Excellent verbal and written communication skills that assist in educating the patient and providing the highest level of patient care.
Background in functional medicine, providing a broader understanding of the interconnected complexity of diseases and the underlying causes.
Problem-solving and analytical skills, which assist in determining a diagnosis even with the toughest cases.
Strong interpersonal skills that help me work closely with other members of the care team for the best treatment plans.
Skilled in motivational interviewing, including the ability to listen closely to patients, learn more about their complaints, and provide better treatment options for enhanced patient compliance.
Effective at multi-tasking, and experienced in working in high-stress environments, including very busy medical clinics.
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