Jane Bembuh

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7613 Finns Lane, Lanham, MD 20706
Cell Phone #: (240)-441-8273
E-mail: jb9984f2@westpost.net
Career Objective A highly motivated and enthusiastic New Graduate Registered Nur
se looking for an entry level nursing position.
Education University of Maryland Baltimore, School of Nursing (August 2008-May
2010)
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Cumulative GPA: 3.4
Prince Georgeas Community College, Largo MD (August 2006 a" May 2008)
Pre-Nursing
Cumulative GPA: 3.8
Clinical Course Work Experience
Senior Practicum & Integration (INOVA Fairfax Hospital for Children, PICU) 180hr
s
Comprehensive physical assessments, relevant system focused assessments, consta
nt patient monitoring, IV access maintenance and lab draws, medication administr
ation and titration, participation in rounds, giving shift report, accurate pape
r and computer documentation, patient teaching and advocacy. Clinical experience
with patients with critical airways-endotrachael tubes, anoxic brain injuries,
Mental Retardation Cerebral Palsy, blindness, Tracheomalacia, DiGeorge Syndrome,
Hypoplastic Lung, Takayasu Arteritis, Hypospadias, post-op patients with vario
us Congenital heart disease repairs, sedated and paralyzed children, child abuse
and suicide attempt cases, restraints, NG tubes, ND tubes, GT feedings and car
e, chest tubes, Foley catheters, vents, tracheotomy care and suctioning, central
lines, arterial lines, ventricular drains, osteomy care, and dressing changes.
Adult Medical-Surgical Nursing (Anne Arundel Medical Center, Progressive Care Un
it) 180Hrs
Conducted patient assessments, interpreted assessment findings and labs and pri
oritized patient care accordingly. Developed, implemented, evaluated and modifie
d individualized patient care plans. Accurate medication calculation and adminis
tration (SubQ, PO, IV, GT) with appropriate nursing considerations. Provided non
-judgmental and cultural sensitive nursing care. Reported patient conditions and
variances to the appropriate personnel. Maintained current competency and expan
ded clinical knowledge using critical thinking, asking questions, reading resear
ch evidence a"based practice guidelines and doing case studies. Clinical experie
nce with patients with Atrial fibrillation, cardioverted patients, Congestive H
eart Failure, diabetic amputees, CVA patients, COPD patients, Chronic renal fai
lure patients on dialysis, Dementia and Alzheimeras patients, patients with trac
heotomies, GTs and Foley catheters.
Nursing Care of Infants & Children (Johns Hopkins Childrenas Center, Adolescent
Med- Surg Unit) 90Hrs
Used the nursing process to provide developmentally appropriate nursing care to
a diverse group of adolescents. Assisted patients with ADL did comprehensive ass
essments and interpreted assessment findings. Planned, implemented and evaluated
patient care plans. Medication administration (PO, Sub Q, IM, G-tube, intranasa
lly) and documentation. Participated in rounds, team work and collaboration. Pro
vided patient teaching and advocacy. Developed an educational brochure for famil
ies on the unit on effective ways to prevent childhood obesity. Clinical experie
nce with patients with brain tumor and mental and behavioral disturbances, fract
ures, cast and traction, asthma exacerbations, mental retardation, cerebral pals
y, post-op tendon release surgery, post-op liver transplant, pre-op heart transp
lant, congenitally acquired HIV, diabetes mellitus and many more. Did a shadow d
ay on the Infants & Toddlers IMC unit.
Maternal Newborn Nursing (University of Maryland Medical Center, Mother Baby Uni
t) 90Hrs
Physical assessments, postpartum assessments, newborn assessments, medication a
dministration and nursing implications, family assessment, relevant intervention
s, patient and family teaching and referrals as needed. Had clinical rotation se
ssions in the L&D unit, Nursery, NICU, HIV/AIDS pregnancy clinic, High Risk and
Fetal Monitoring Clinic, and Abortion Clinic. Clinical experience with pre-ecla
mpsia patients on Magnesium Sulfate, laboring patients on Pitocin, and fetal mon
itoring. Administration of newborn Hepatitis B and Vit K shots, care of the cir
cumcised newborn, the newborn on phototherapy and the newborn experiencing drug
withdrawal.
Elective-Perioperative Nursing (University of Maryland Medical Center, Surgical
Department) 30Hrs Helped to ensure a safe and comfortable pati
ent environment. Played the advocacy role for patients undergoing surgical and i
nvasive procedures. Answered questions and provided patient and family teaching
. Shadowed the circulator, surgical tech and CRNA. Had clinical rotation session
s in various ORs including neuro, cardiac, vascular, shock trauma, plastic & rec
onstructive, general surgery, and gynecology, same day surgery clinic, Adult tra
uma PACU and Pediatric PACU.
Mental Health Nursing (Prince Georgeas Hospital Center, Adult Psychiatric Unit)
90 Hrs Incorporated therapeutic communication and therapeutic use of self to int
eract with patients diagnosed with different mental illnesses. Ensured a safe an
d effective therapeutic milieu. Performed Mental Status Exams and Mini Mental St
atus Exams. Conducted psycho-educational groups on stress and coping techniques
and the importance of medication compliance and sleep. Did case studies, process
recordings, and individualized patient care plans. Led group sessions in the Pa
rtial Hospitalization Day Program.
Community Health Nursing (Arcola Towers-A Senior living facility) 90Hrs
Played the role as a student
nurse, did assessments and provided interventions. Acted as patient advocate and
educator. Did community assessments, family assessments and wrote advocacy lett
ers. Promoted health, encouraged patient independence and maintained patient co
nfidentiality. Provided French translation for residents. Had a share day at the
homeless shelter and participated in a health fair, offered hypertension screen
ing, education and referrals. Actively participated in a health fair at the faci
lity and encouraged cultural diversity during an international day event. Partic
ipated during an advocacy day at the US Capitol.
Summary of Skills & Qualifications
Good communicati
on and interpersonal skills and ability to empathize
Self-starter leadership skills and good organizational
skills Enthusiastic and m
otivated learner, good team player
Able to deal with the patient's queries and problems.
Possess necessary clinical skills required for
patient care; able to use critical thinking to prioritize patient needs.
Flexible and able to adapt to change
Knowledgeable and proficient in ergonomics, computer software, operati
ng medical equipment and Cerner Millennium Powerchart documentation systems
Fluent in spoken and written
English, French and Pidgin English.
Relevant Work Experience
Anna Health Care Inc, Hyattsville MD (February 2008-Present)
Position: Care Provider in a group home setting
Job description: Vital signs, assist patients with activities of daily living, (
bed bath, oral hygiene, dressing and grooming, feeding, turn and repositioning,
diaper changes, ROM exercises) providing appropriate stimulation, maintaining a
safe and neat patient environment, monitoring and reporting changes in patient s
tatus, doing patient transfers to wheel chairs and offering ambulatory assistanc
e) team work and collaboration. Care for profound mentally challenged and disabl
ed patients, Cerebral Palsy, contractures, spastic quadriplegia, Diabetes Insipi
dus, Seizure Disorders, static encephalopathy, G-tube, GERD, projectile vomiting
and aspiration precautions. CPR and First Aid certified, DDS training completed
.

Total Care Services Inc, Washington DC (November 2006- February 2008)

Position: Care Provider in a group home setting
Job description: Vital signs monitoring, assist patients with ADLs, providing ap
propriate stimulation, maintaining a safe patient environment, monitoring and re
porting changes in patient status, team work and collaboration.
Cared for mentally challenged and disabled patients; and patients diagnosed wit
h Mental Retardation Cerebral Palsy, Contractures, Seizure disorders, Diabetes,
quadriplegia.
C & C Health Care Inc, Greenbelt MD (October 2007- January 2008)
Position: Home Health Aide
Job Description: Vital signs, patient companionship, reminding and assisting pat
ient to take medications as prescribed, providing assistance with ADLs and ambul
ation. Maintaining a safe and neat home environment. Provide the patient and fam
ily members with emotional support and teaching in areas such as, preparing heal
thy meals, independent living, and adaptation to disability or illness. Maintain
records of patient care, condition, progress, and problems in order to report a
nd discuss observations with supervisor and case manager.
Organizations, Honors & Awards
Deanas List (2006, 2007, 2009, 2010)
Prince Georgeas Community College Honors Program
PGCC STEM Scholarship Recipient, 2007
NSGA at UMBSON
Nurses for Global Health at UMBSON
Activities & Volunteer Experience
-March of Dimes walk and donations (2010 Campaign)
-Komenas Race for the Cure (2009, 2010 campaigns)
-Nurses for Global Health at UMBSON Haiti Relief Effort (2010)
-Prince Georgeas Community Chemistry Laboratory Student Attendant (Fall 2007)
-Nursing Advocacy Day at the US Capitol (Spring 2010)
-Homeless Shelter Health Fair, Screening and Referral (Spring 2010)
-Program aJumpstarta Serving the Homeless in Baltimore (2009-2010 Academic year)
-Conferences: Leadership & Management Conference in Washington DC (Fall 2007)
UMMC Trends in Nursing Practice Conference (Spring 2010)
Nurses for Global Health Annual Conference: Protecting t
he Global Nurse, UMBSON (Spring 2010)
Clinical Portfolio: Case studies & Evidence Based Poster Presentations
Intracranial hemorrhage in an infant related to Shaken Baby Syndrome: A Case Stu
dy
How effective are care bundles in preventing central line infections in the pedi
atric population?
Hemorrhagic Stroke: A Case study
Is pre-eclampsia a risk factor for cardiovascular disease later in life?
Parents too soon: The effects of teenage pregnancy.
How effective are non-stimulant medications, compared to stimulant medications i
n treating ADHD in children?
Femoral-popliteal bypass surgery: An Overview

References
Lisa Hom (Senior Practicum Preceptor) e-mail: lhomx@gmail.com
Susan Frosbrook (Med Surg Clinical Instructor) e-mail: sfosb001@umaryland.edu
Meghan Shackelford (Pediatric Clinical Instructor) e-mail: meghanjae@yahoo.com