Lois Nwachukwu
Bloomington
Summary
Adept Nurse Practitioner with a proven track record at Planned Parenthood Illinois, excelling in preventive care and patient education. Demonstrates exceptional interprofessional collaboration and telehealth proficiency, enhancing patient outcomes. Fluent in Ibo, adept in women's health exams, and committed to health promotion.
Empathetic Nurse Practitioner focused on providing quality care and maintaining direct lines of communication with patients and healthcare team. Calm, understanding professional bringing over 5 years of experience in diagnosing, evaluating, and treating acute and chronic medical conditions through physical examinations and testing. Exceptional critical thinking and decision-making skills.
Healthcare professional prepared for delivering top-notch patient care and medical services. Extensive experience in diagnosing, treating, and managing various health conditions. Known for team collaboration, reliability, and adaptability to changing medical needs. Proficient in clinical assessments and patient management.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Practitioner
Planned Parenthood Illinois
09.2021 - Current
- Performed comprehensive physical examinations and documented patient histories to gather information and identify health issues.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Prescribed and managed pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments to treat underlying causes and relieve symptoms.
- Provided medical services and care to patients with chronic and acute conditions.
- Worked with families, caregivers and patients to determine best options for treatment, diagnosis, and prevention.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient cases and treatment plans.
- Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management strategies, promoting healthier lifestyles.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to optimize patient care and streamline processes.
Family Nurse Practitioner
Signify Health
01.2020 - Current
- Handled complex cases involving multiple comorbidities effectively by employing critical thinking skills and seeking expert consultations when necessary.
- Performed comprehensive physical assessments, accurately diagnosing conditions, and determining appropriate interventions.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Performed patient physicals and compared and contrasted results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment.
- Utilized evidence-based and holistic approaches to care in family practice settings.
- Managed acute and chronic illnesses, developing personalized treatment plans that addressed patients'' unique needs.
- Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs, and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
- Coordinated with physicians, specialists, and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions.
Family Nurse Practitioner
Loretto Hospital
12.2020 - 09.2021
- Handled complex cases involving multiple comorbidities effectively by employing critical thinking skills and seeking expert consultations when necessary.
- Performed comprehensive physical assessments, accurately diagnosing conditions, and determining appropriate interventions.
- Managed acute and chronic illnesses, developing personalized treatment plans that addressed patients'' unique needs.
- Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs, and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
- Coordinated with physicians, specialists, and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions.
Registered Nurse
Fresenius Dialysis
01.2014 - 01.2019
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
Registered Nurse
St Joeseph Hospital
01.2010 - 03.2011
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Education
Associate of Science - Midwifery
Holy Rosary School of Midwifery
Onitsha, Anambra, NigeriaAssociate of Science - Nursing
Holy Rosary School of Nursing
Emekuku, NigeriaMaster of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Purdue University Indianapolis
Indianapolis, IN06-2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX12-2015
Skills
- Preventive care
- Patient education
- Health promotion
- Interprofessional collaboration
- Differential diagnosis
- IUD placement, removal and localization with U/S guidance
- Implant placement and removal
- Research utilization
- Bilingual in Ibo
- Women's health exams
- Diabetes and nutrition treatments
- Telehealth proficiency
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 11 staff members.
- Collaborated with team of 23 members and Roche pharmaceutical in the development of using swab (culture) to diagnose bacterial Vaginitis without microscope.
Certification
- American Academy of Nurse Practitioners
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Nurse Practitioner
Planned Parenthood Illinois
09.2021 - Current
Family Nurse Practitioner
Loretto Hospital
12.2020 - 09.2021
Family Nurse Practitioner
Signify Health
01.2020 - Current
Registered Nurse
Fresenius Dialysis
01.2014 - 01.2019
Registered Nurse
St Joeseph Hospital
01.2010 - 03.2011
- American Academy of Nurse Practitioners
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
Associate of Science - Midwifery
Holy Rosary School of Midwifery
Associate of Science - Nursing
Holy Rosary School of Nursing
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Purdue University Indianapolis
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University of Texas At Arlington
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