IHEOMA KAREN OZIOKO
Laurel
Summary
Dynamic and compassionate healthcare professional with extensive experience at Howard County Medical Center. Proven expertise in patient assessment and care plan development, complemented by effective communication and leadership skills. Committed to enhancing patient outcomes through safety compliance and teamwork, ensuring a supportive environment for both patients and staff.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
PCT II
Howard County Medical Center
01.2024 - Current
- Oncology and med-surg patient care
- I provided assistance to the nursing staff with patient care and daily living activities.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded appropriately to requests from patients, families, and staff members.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient care areas.
- Supported patients during mobility and rehabilitation exercises.
- Support fall prevention, infection control, and safety initiatives
- Serve in leadership role within unit committees and workflow improvement projects
Student Nurse
Maryland
01.2024 - Current
- Conduct assessments and administer medications
- Develop care plans and educate patients
- Performed comprehensive head-to-toe assessments on assigned patients
- Administered oral, subcutaneous, and intravenous medications under supervision
- Monitored vital signs, laboratory results, and diagnostic findings
- Developed and implemented individualized nursing care plans
- Provided patient education on medications, nutrition, mobility, and discharge planning.
- Managed patients with diabetes, heart failure, stroke, renal disease, COPD, and post-operative conditions
- Collaborated with nurses, physicians, and interdisciplinary teams to ensure safe patient outcomes
PCT I
Howard County Medical Center
01.2021 - 01.2024
- Vital signs, ADLs, wound care
- Assisted nursing staff with patient care and daily living activities.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare providers.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient areas and equipment.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
Phlebotomy Intern
Diamond Labs
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Specimen collection
- Assisted in patient preparation for blood draws and other procedures.
- Maintained accurate records of sample collections and patient information.
- Engaged with patients to explain procedures and provide comfort during draws.
GNA/CNA
Autumn Lake Healthcare
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Elderly patient care
- Provided compassionate care to residents in daily living activities.
- Assisted nursing staff with medical procedures and patient monitoring.
- Documented resident information accurately in care plans and charts.
- Communicated effectively with families regarding resident needs and updates.
- Maintained cleanliness and hygiene standards in resident rooms and common areas.
- Observed patients for changes in condition or behavior.
- Utilized proper body mechanics when performing patient lifts or transfers.
- Assisted with daily living activities such as bathing, grooming, feeding and dressing.
PCA
August Home Care services
Baltimore
06.2016 - 08.2020
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal hygiene tasks.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for clients and staff.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to clients during visits.
- Documented client progress and care provided in daily reports.
- Communicated effectively with families regarding client needs and updates.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure quality care for clients.
- Performed light housekeeping duties such as changing bed linens, doing laundry, washing dishes and vacuuming carpets.
Education
Associate of Arts - Traditional Registered Nursing
Howard Community College
Columbia MD05-2026
Bachelor of Arts - English
Nnamdi Azikiwe University
Nigeria01-2006
Skills
- Electronic health records
- Leadership participation
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Safety compliance
- Patient assessment
- Care plan development
- Medication administration
- Vital signs monitoring
Certification
- RN, 05/01/26
- BLS (AHA)
- CNA
- Certified Phlebotomist
- PCT Certification
Leadership Experience
- PCT Council Chair/Co-Chair
- Alpha Delta Nu Member
- Phi Theta Kappa Member
Timeline
PCT II
Howard County Medical Center
01.2024 - Current
Student Nurse
Maryland
01.2024 - Current
PCT I
Howard County Medical Center
01.2021 - 01.2024
Phlebotomy Intern
Diamond Labs
01.2020 - 01.2021
GNA/CNA
Autumn Lake Healthcare
01.2019 - 01.2021
PCA
August Home Care services
06.2016 - 08.2020
Associate of Arts - Traditional Registered Nursing
Howard Community College
Bachelor of Arts - English
Nnamdi Azikiwe University