Lovena Okoth
Germantown
Summary
Registered Nurse with critical care/ ICU. I have 2+ years of experience in ICU, clinical rotations in ED, and PCU units. I am committed to continuous professional development and enhancing patient-centered care. Proven ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams, adapting to changing situations with ease. Excels in communication, empathy, and problem-solving to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and results-driven, with focus on delivering high-quality care and maintaining positive, supportive environment with every patient.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse
Shady Grove Adventist Hospital
01.2025 - Current
- Administered patient care and medication management in compliance with established protocols.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management, promoting adherence to treatment regimens.
- Monitored vital signs and medical equipment, ensuring timely responses to changes in patient conditions.
- Led quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient safety and care delivery processes.
- Streamlined documentation procedures, improving accuracy and efficiency in patient record management.
- Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
- Educated patients on disease management, self-care techniques, and wellness strategies to improve long-term health outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimized patient treatment plans and outcomes.
- Assisted physicians in performing diagnostic tests and procedures to facilitate prompt diagnosis and treatment.
Clinical experience (Pediatrics)
Childrens National Hospital
03.2024 - Current
- . Redirecting and reassuring patients
- . Communicating safety concerns to primary RN and charge RN
- . Assisting with patient ambulation
- . Glucometer and vital sign reading and recording.
Nurse Extern ICU/ED
Shady Grove Adventist Hospital
06.2014 - Current
- . Performing nursing duties under the guidance of a preceptor
- . Documenting vitals, Ins and outs
- . Glucometer reading and recording
- . Maintained compassion and positive relations with patients.
Clinical experience (Mental Health)
Suburban Hospital
02.2024 - 05.2024
- . Teaching patients positive coping skills in mental health
- . Engaging patients during group meetings.
- . Ensured patient room and all medical equipment were clean and organized.
- . Measured vital signs, reporting abnormalities and emergencies to the RN
Clinical experience (Maternal health/OBGYN)
Sibley Memorial Hospital
01.2024 - 03.2024
- . Monitoring maternal and fetal health
- . patients in labor, including early labor, induction assistance, epidurals, and delivery support
- . newborn care and assessment
- . Assisting mothers during childbirth
- . Maintained compassion and positive relations with patients and family members.
Patient technician (Suburban Hospital)
Potomac Home Support- Johns Hopkins
09.2023 - 01.2024
- . Maintaining patient safety
- . Assisting with patient ADLs
- . Communicating safety concerns to primary RN and charge RN
- . Accompanying patient to all medical procedures
- . Redirecting and reassuring patients
- . Performing environmental safety checks every shift for unsafe items.
- . Assisting with patient ambulation
- . Glucometer and vital sign reading and recording.
Clinical experience (Mersurg)
Sibley Memorial Hospital
08.2023 - 12.2023
- . Measured vital signs, reporting abnormalities and emergencies to the RN.
- . Glucometer reading and recording.
- . Assisted with patient’s daily activities, including AM care—oral care, bath, feeding, perineal care, and using the restroom.
- . Ensured patient room and all medical equipment were clean and organized.
- . Teamwork with RNs and CNAs in patient care including turning patients, and wound cleaning.
- . Assisting in patient transfers and ambulation.
- . Complied with HIPAA standards in all patient documentation and interactions.
- . Implemented and practiced health safety and disease control procedures.
- . Maintained compassion and positive relations with patients and family members.
Mercy Clinic
10.2023 - 12.2023
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely intervention and care adjustments.
- Educated patients on medication management, promoting understanding of treatment regimens and health maintenance.
- Supported nursing staff during procedures, demonstrating adaptability in fast-paced environments while prioritizing patient comfort.
- Supported nursing staff by performing routine tasks such as taking vitals, administering medications, and documenting patient information.
Clinical experience (Foundations of Nursing- IMCU)
Adventist Healthcare White Oak Medical Center
01.2023 - 04.2023
- Measured vital signs, reporting abnormalities and emergencies to the RN.
- Glucometer reading and recording.
- Assisted with patient’s daily activities, including AM care—oral care, bath, feeding, perineal care, and using the restroom.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - BSN
University of Maryland Baltimore
01.2024
Associates of Arts - undefined
Montgomery College
01.2022
Skills
- Management of Post-op & CVIR/Cath lab Procedure
- Patient education
- Clinical judgment
- Emergency care
- Critical care nursing
- Drip titration
Certification
BSN, BLS, ACLS, CPI (from Crisis Prevention Institute)
Timeline
Nurse
Shady Grove Adventist Hospital
01.2025 - Current
Clinical experience (Pediatrics)
Childrens National Hospital
03.2024 - Current
Clinical experience (Mental Health)
Suburban Hospital
02.2024 - 05.2024
Clinical experience (Maternal health/OBGYN)
Sibley Memorial Hospital
01.2024 - 03.2024
Mercy Clinic
10.2023 - 12.2023
Patient technician (Suburban Hospital)
Potomac Home Support- Johns Hopkins
09.2023 - 01.2024
Clinical experience (Mersurg)
Sibley Memorial Hospital
08.2023 - 12.2023
Clinical experience (Foundations of Nursing- IMCU)
Adventist Healthcare White Oak Medical Center
01.2023 - 04.2023
Nurse Extern ICU/ED
Shady Grove Adventist Hospital
06.2014 - Current
Associates of Arts - undefined
Montgomery College
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - BSN
University of Maryland Baltimore
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