Abdullateef Abdulraheem
Family Nurse
Kaduna
Summary
Dedicated and excellence-driven certified nurse with specialty in ophthalmology and experience in providing 17+ years of basic, advanced, and emergency care for children and adults. Proven leadership focused on increasing and enhancing patient care and satisfaction. Team player with the ability to motivate and inspire others to provide exemplary levels of patient care. Outstanding communication skills with colleagues, patients, and families. Excels at collaborating with members of specialized medical teams and thrives on the fast-paced, continuously evolving healthcare system.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages
Work History
Registered Nurse
Ministry of Health General Hospital
Giwa, Kaduna State
08.2012 - Current
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Prepared and sanitized rooms before surgical procedures and assisted surgeons during operations with medical equipment.
- Participated in development of guidelines for [Type] care.
- Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
- Helped patients eat and drink when necessary for safe consumption of food consistent with recovery guidelines.
- Documented nursing services provided and uploaded to comprehensive tracking systems for health records and billing.
- Protected confidentiality of information related to patient care activities and EMS operations.
- Identified and assisted with opportunities for performance improvement activities on unit and with other service areas.
- Came up with treatment plans and communicated with patients about options, medications and self-management.
- Met with and patients to discuss and distribute information on health maintenance and disease prevention.
- Educated patients and families on diagnosis, neurological conditions and processes, treatments and expected outcomes.
- Evaluated charting procedures for adherence to best practices.
- Followed proper procedure for installation and removal of catheters, IVs and PIC lines.
- Assisted patients in performance of routine recovery and mobility exercises, providing support when getting in and out of bed as well as walking and stretching.
- Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Provided didactic and clinical instructions to orient new nurses and potential student nurses to achieve training outcomes.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, and other conditions.
- Oversaw delivery of care for patients on medical-surgical unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians, and unit clerks.
- Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation by consistently operating to highest standards of care.
- Orchestrated quality-driven, cost-effective care in high-volume trauma setting.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
Registered Nurse
Ministry of Health Rural Hospital
Pambegwa, Kaduna State
02.2010 - 08.2012
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Registered Nurse
Fujah Specialist Hospital
Akure, Ondo State
05.2007 - 12.2009
- Appropriately diagnosed and treated variety of diseases and injuries through careful questioning and assessment of patient symptoms.
- Coordinated with physicians, specialists, and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions.
- Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs, and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
- Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
Registered Nurse
Saint Louis Catholic Hospital
Zonkwa, Kaduna State
03.2006 - 03.2007
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
- Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Education
Higher National Diploma - Ophthalmology
Ahmadu Bello University Teaching Hospital (ABUTH)
Zaria, Kaduna State, Nigeria 10.2017 - 11.2018
Diploma - Nursing
College of Nursing
Kafanchan, Kaduna State, Nigeria 10.2001 - 05.2005
Skills
Patient and family advocacy
Preventive health
Intravenous therapy
Chest pain management
Palliative care awareness
Family planning services education
Evaluations
Breastfeeding education
Care Plan Development
Emergency Procedures
Patient check-ins
Patient counseling
Data Collection
Direct and Indirect Patient Care
Medication Administration
Infant vitals monitoring
EMR / EHR
Acute care expertise
Insurance plan expert
Patient Assessments
Procedure preparations
Medical Records Management
Home care
Critical care
Proper catheter insertion/removal
Trauma recovery
Physical assessments
IV setup
Strong clinical judgment
Lab result interpretation
Vision screenings
Staff supervision
Prenatal nutrition
Diabetes and nutrition education
At-risk patient care
Resource Allocation
Disease prevention and intervention
Personal care needs
Medical evaluation
Setting up referrals
Postpartum counseling
Patient discharge
Patient Management
Appointment Scheduling
Vaccine administration
Collecting vitals
Newborn care
Hospice and palliative care
Timeline
Higher National Diploma - Ophthalmology
Ahmadu Bello University Teaching Hospital (ABUTH)
10.2017 - 11.2018
Registered Nurse
Ministry of Health General Hospital
08.2012 - Current
Registered Nurse
Ministry of Health Rural Hospital
02.2010 - 08.2012
Registered Nurse
Fujah Specialist Hospital
05.2007 - 12.2009
Registered Nurse
Saint Louis Catholic Hospital
03.2006 - 03.2007
Diploma - Nursing
College of Nursing
10.2001 - 05.2005