RN
Resume:
OS
OJO SALAWU
************@*****.*** 334-***-**** Montgomery, AL 36116
Addiction Treatment
Referral Scheduling
Care Plan Evaluation
HIPAA Compliance
Emergency Medical Administration
Active Listening
Medication Administration
De-escalation Techniques
Suicide Prevention
Discharge Plan Development
Nursing Unit Collaboration
Patient Observation
Verbal and Written Communication
Therapeutic Intervention
Treatment Preparation
Blood Draw and Sample Collection
Preventive Healthcare
Accurate Documentation
Procedure Room Preparation
Care Coordination
Creative Problem Solving
Procedure Assistance
Compassionate and Caring
Patient Examination
Diet and Nutrition
Clear Patient Communication
Decision Making
Critical Thinking
Baptist Medical Center South
Montgomery, AL
Behavioral Health RN
03/2023 - Current
Monitored patients prescribed psychotropic medications to assess medications' effectiveness and side effects.
Handled vital sign monitoring, medication administration and patient behavior assessments.
Collaborated with prescribing professionals to get patients necessary medications.
Documented all medications administered to mental health patients, following instructions from physicians and healthcare providers. Met patient needs by devising and coordinating highly tailored care plans for each individual.
Recorded comprehensive patient histories and coordinated treatment plans with multi-disciplinary team members.
Tracked client movement on and off unit by documenting times and destinations of clients.
Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions. Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns. Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
Skills
Experience
Modified patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and conditions.
Baptist Medical Center East Montgomery,
AL
RN, Endoscopy
05/2022 - Current
Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures. Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team. Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team. Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
Baptist Medical Center East Montgomery,
AL
RN, Emergency Department
06/2021 - 05/2022
Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures. Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team. Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions. Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team. Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
Federal Teaching Hospital Ido-ekiti,
EKITI State
RN, Emergency Department
11/2014 - 05/2021
Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures. Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team. Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions. Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team. Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions and provided home care strategies.
Federal Medical Centre YENOGOA,
BAYELSA/NIGERIA
RN, Emergency Department
11/2010 - 11/2012
Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures. Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team. Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions. Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team. Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
ST VICTORIA HOSPITAL LAGOS,
LAGOS/NIGERIA
RN
01/2006 - 11/2009
Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures. Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team. Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions and provided home care strategies.
State Specialist Hospital IFAKI, EKITI
State/ NIGERIA
Medical-Surgical RN
Delivered physician-ordered treatments and monitored responses to quickly spot complications and side effects.
Administered treatments, therapies and medication according to prescribed methods and protocols.
Monitored unexpected patient events, interactions or outcomes and recorded incident report in certain situations.
Deployed therapeutic communication and active listening and teaching to establish relationships with patients, families and health care team for optimum patient care.
Maintained aseptic environment to prevent patient infections or other unwanted outcomes.
Observed surgical procedures to closely monitor patient and quickly assist physician with potential complications or additional needs. Contributed toward meeting department financial targets on unit-based scorecard through decreasing length of stay and operating according to department specifications.
Assessed patients using comprehensive evaluation techniques and sound clinical judgment.
Demonstrated high degree of confidentiality, positive interpersonal skills and adaptability in fast-paced and unpredictable medical environment. Informed patients, family members and caregivers of physician instructions for post-operative at-home care.
Supported patients receiving treatment by carefully listening and offering comfort.
Supported successful administration of care plans by communicating with cross-functional teams.
Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
GRAND CANYON UNIVERSITY Arizona City, AZ
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
04/2023
SCHOOL OF POST BASIC STUDIES BENIN/NIGERIA
HIGHER DIPLOMA in EMERGENCY NURSING
11/2010
Education and Training
ECWA SCHOOL OF NURSING EGBE KOGI SATE/ NIGERIA
Associate Degree in Nursing in Nursing
11/2005
AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION MONTGMERY, AL
Some College (No Degree) in BLS, ACLS, PALS
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