Cordelia Okon Ekpenyong
PALLIATIVE CARE NURSE
Abuja, FCT,FC
Summary
Knowledgeable Palliative care nurse with solid background in providing compassionate care to patients with life-limiting illnesses. Demonstrated ability to manage pain and symptoms, along with offering emotional support to both patients and families. Proven skills in patient assessment and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Palliative Care Nurse
Sahad Hospital Apo, Abuja
01.2024 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Reduced wait times for patients by effectively prioritizing cases and allocating resources.
- Managed complex symptoms using evidence-based practices, resulting in increased patient satisfaction.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families, fostering a sense of trust and open communication.
- Utilized advanced assessment skills to identify changes in patient condition, promptly intervening to manage symptoms effectively.
- Maintained current knowledge on best practices in palliative nursing through regular continuing education opportunities.
Nurse midwife
Nizamiye hospital Idu Lifecamp Abuja
01.2023 - 01.2024
Accident and Emergency nurse
Garki Hospital Tafawa balawa Way Area 8 Abuja
01.2021 - 01.2023
Nursing Officer
Kings care Hospital Wuse zone 4
01.2020 - 01.2021
NYSC
National hospital Abuja
01.2020 - 01.2021
Nurse midwife
Giwa Hospital Kaduna
01.2018 - 01.2019
Nursing Officer
St. Gerard’s Catholic Hospital, Kakuri, Kaduna
01.2014 - 01.2016
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Westend university
Accra, Ghana01.2018
Registered Mid-wife - undefined
School of Post Basic Nursing Programs Ahmadu Bello University Teaching Hospital
Zaria01.2014
Registered Nurse - undefined
School of Nursing St. Gerard’s Catholic Hospital
Kaduna01.2011
WASSCE -
Air Force Secondary School Makurdi
Makurdi01.2005
Skills
Grief support
Compassionate care
Nutrition support
Quality improvement
References
- Pate, Ladan, Principal School of Nursing, 08035954879, St. Gerard’s Catholic Hospital
- Kenneth, Ityo, Director of Clinical Services and Operation, 08038055321, Garki Hospital Abuja, Abuja
Interests
Reading, Writing, Learning, Sport
Timeline
Palliative Care Nurse
Sahad Hospital Apo, Abuja
01.2024 - Current
Nurse midwife
Nizamiye hospital Idu Lifecamp Abuja
01.2023 - 01.2024
Accident and Emergency nurse
Garki Hospital Tafawa balawa Way Area 8 Abuja
01.2021 - 01.2023
Nursing Officer
Kings care Hospital Wuse zone 4
01.2020 - 01.2021
NYSC
National hospital Abuja
01.2020 - 01.2021
Nurse midwife
Giwa Hospital Kaduna
01.2018 - 01.2019
Nursing Officer
St. Gerard’s Catholic Hospital, Kakuri, Kaduna
01.2014 - 01.2016
Registered Mid-wife - undefined
School of Post Basic Nursing Programs Ahmadu Bello University Teaching Hospital
Registered Nurse - undefined
School of Nursing St. Gerard’s Catholic Hospital
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Westend university
WASSCE -
Air Force Secondary School Makurdi