Deborah Omijie
Dalemo, Alakuko,Lagos
Summary
Enthusiastic Registered Nurse Intern with expertise in observing patient conditions, administering medications and rendering ambulation assistance. Compassionate and collaborative individual certified in General nursing practice. Offering one year of experience working in high patient volume environment under supervision of registered nurses.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Registered Nurse Intern
Holy Trinity
Ikeja, Lagos
03.2022 - Current
- Maintained continuity of care by communicating changes in patient condition with physicians, family members and other care team members.
- Assisted with activities of daily living by helping patients with bathing, changing clothes, eating and daily hygiene tasks.
- Supported nursing staff by identifying and reporting changes in patient condition, evaluating safety concerns and assisting with pre-operative and post-operative treatment procedures.
- Administered peritoneal dialysis as well as IV push, oral, subcutaneous, IV infusion and intramuscular medications.
- Collected, labeled and transported specimens to prepare for laboratory testing.
- Applied clean dressings, slings, stockings and support bandages to protect patient wounds and prevent infections.
- Practiced patient care by taking vital signs and providing wound care for patients.
- Utilized wheelchairs and hospital beds to transfer patients from room to X-ray or lab.
- Observed and examined patients to detect symptoms requiring medical attention such as bruises, open wounds or signs of trauma.
- Accurately documented treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Strengthened training and nursing knowledge by taking part in continuing education programs and seminar workshops.
- Cared for patients in a 33-beded unit, supporting fellow nurses in delivering outstanding treatment to patients.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Identified acute and chronic conditions by conducting health screenings and reviewing patient histories.
- Administered medications to 10 patients and monitored response to medications.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Recorded vital signs, intake and output of patients and documented information in files (on paper).
- Supported nursing staff by identifying and reporting changes in patient condition, evaluating safety concerns and assisting with pre-operative and post-operative treatment procedures.
- Assessed patients and assisted in devising treatment methods designed to reduce pain and discomfort.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
Education
Bachelor Of Nursing Science - Nursing Science
Babcock University School of Nursing
Ilishan Remo Ogun State 08.2016 - 09.2021
Skills
Medication Administration
Sanitation
Insulin medication assistance
Family planning services education
Preventive health
Intravenous therapy
Collecting vitals
Chronic disease management
Acute care expertise
Oxygen saturation standards
Patient and family advocacy
Tracheostomy Care
Fluent in English language
Timeline
Registered Nurse Intern
Holy Trinity
03.2022 - Current
Bachelor Of Nursing Science - Nursing Science
Babcock University School of Nursing
08.2016 - 09.2021