Tochi Obi

High-acuity new graduate registered nurse with over 7 years of progressive healthcare experience across inpatient med-surg, telemetry step-down, behavioral health, and crisis management settings. Proven ability to conduct rapid patient assessments, manage complex telemetry monitoring, and de-escalate clinical and behavioral crises under high-pressure conditions. Possesses extensive hands-on experience in continuous patient monitoring, code responses, and advanced life support interventions.

Certified in BLS, ACLS, and PALS, and adept at EMR documentation using Epic and Cerner. Dedicated to delivering safe, evidence-based, trauma-informed care in Emergency, ICU, Behavioral Health, and Float Pool units, with long-term aspirations in advanced practice.

Psychiatry Care Technician at Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital (2026-01 – Present)

• Conducted rapid patient assessments, behavioral evaluations, and crisis triage in a level 1 trauma center.
• Implemented and supervised patient care plans, ensuring safety and adherence to clinical protocols.
• Taught and counseled patients on coping strategies, safety planning, and behavioral health interventions.
• Collaborated closely with physicians, NPs, social workers, and interdisciplinary teams.
• Documented assessments, interventions, and patient responses in Epic with high accuracy.

Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) / PCA at City View Post Acute (2025-01 – Present)

• Supported nursing care plans for medically complex patients across a 180-bed post-acute facility.
• Monitored vital signs, blood glucose, I&O, and early hemodynamic changes.
• Taught patients and families about safety, mobility, and skin integrity protocols.
• Supervised and coordinated care with aides and nursing staff to ensure continuity.

Travel Certified Nursing Assistant / Patient Care Specialist at Travel & Agency Healthcare Partners (2020-01 – Present)

• Adapted rapidly across diverse inpatient med-surg, telemetry, and acute rehab units on variable agency contracts, managing dynamic float-pool assignments and maintaining high-quality patient care under minimal direct supervision.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to execute safe patient transfers, assist during emergency code responses, and maintain 100% compliance with infection control and HIPAA standards across multiple facility EMR systems.

Substitute Teacher / Education Aide / Paraprofessional at Clipboard Healthcare Company (2021-01 – Present)

• Managed high-stimulation, high-stress environments requiring rapid behavioral assessment and intervention.
• De-escalated emotionally dysregulated individuals using trauma-informed communication and firm boundary-setting.
• Made autonomous decisions under limited supervision to maintain safety and structure.
• Identified early warning signs of escalation and intervened proactively to prevent crises.

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) in Nursing – California State University, Bakersfield (2023-01 – 2026-05)

Associate of Sciences in Biological and Natural Sciences (Pre-Med) – East Los Angeles College (2020-01 – 2023-01)

Nurse Aide Program in Nursing Assistant – Yaya Medical Training Institute (2020-01 – 2020-12)