Priscilla Utobunwa-Nwachukwu
November 2024
Priscilla
Utobunwa-Nwachukwu
,
MSN RN
Medicine- Surgical Unit
NYC Health + Hospital- Harlem
New York City
,
NY
United States
Her ability to provide holistic, patient-centered care while maintaining a collaborative spirit with her colleagues makes her an invaluable asset to the hospital.
Priscilla Utobunwa-Nwachukwu arrived at her unit only to be confronted with a chaotic and life-threatening situation. A violent, psychotic, and drug-influenced patient was wreaking havoc—destroying hospital equipment, throwing urine, and making aggressive threats, endangering not only his own life but the safety of everyone around him. Without hesitation, Mrs. U stepped into action. Drawing from her profound nursing experience, she calmly and expertly subdued the patient, skillfully neutralizing the threat while guiding the medical and nursing team with clear and decisive instructions to safely contain the situation. Thanks to Mrs. U’s remarkable expertise in Crisis Intervention, the incident was resolved without harm to anyone involved.
Mrs. U is a nurse whose dedication to her profession is unparalleled. With over 15 years of experience at Harlem Hospital, she approaches every aspect of her work with compassion and an unwavering commitment to the “Patient Experience.” Her ability to provide holistic, patient-centered care while maintaining a collaborative spirit with her colleagues makes her an invaluable asset to the hospital.
Beyond her technical skills, Mrs. U is the epitome of the ideal nurse—compassionate, dedicated, and selfless in her commitment to her patients. Her spiritual strength is a cornerstone of her nursing practice, guiding her to live out the I.C.A.R.E. values of Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence, and Safety. Even in the most challenging situations, she remains resolute, always facing each obstacle with resilience and an unyielding desire to serve.
The impact of Mrs. U’s heroic actions during the emergency was profound, leaving a lasting impression on all those who witnessed her calm leadership and swift decision-making. Her dedication not only brought immediate resolution to the crisis but also led to the implementation of Crisis Intervention training for staff across Harlem Hospital, helping to prepare her colleagues for future challenges. Her colleagues, who have affectionately come to refer to her as “The Superhero Nurse,” recognize her incredible courage and selflessness in ensuring the safety and well-being of both patients and staff.
Mrs. U is a nurse whose dedication to her profession is unparalleled. With over 15 years of experience at Harlem Hospital, she approaches every aspect of her work with compassion and an unwavering commitment to the “Patient Experience.” Her ability to provide holistic, patient-centered care while maintaining a collaborative spirit with her colleagues makes her an invaluable asset to the hospital.
Beyond her technical skills, Mrs. U is the epitome of the ideal nurse—compassionate, dedicated, and selfless in her commitment to her patients. Her spiritual strength is a cornerstone of her nursing practice, guiding her to live out the I.C.A.R.E. values of Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence, and Safety. Even in the most challenging situations, she remains resolute, always facing each obstacle with resilience and an unyielding desire to serve.
The impact of Mrs. U’s heroic actions during the emergency was profound, leaving a lasting impression on all those who witnessed her calm leadership and swift decision-making. Her dedication not only brought immediate resolution to the crisis but also led to the implementation of Crisis Intervention training for staff across Harlem Hospital, helping to prepare her colleagues for future challenges. Her colleagues, who have affectionately come to refer to her as “The Superhero Nurse,” recognize her incredible courage and selflessness in ensuring the safety and well-being of both patients and staff.