Geriatric nursing and paediatrics
EUNICE EBERE DURU
NURSING
JOS,Plateau State
Summary
Skilled nursing professional with more than 10-13 years of experience and passion for providing highest quality of behavioral and medical care. Compassionate and empathetic advocate for patients and families. Skillfully assess health status, develop diagnoses and manage care for patients with acute and chronic concerns. Experienced in structured and unstructured environments, smoothly coordinating multiple activities and competing priorities.
Attentive nursing professional presenting high level of care, patient assistance and in compliance with Nursing and midwifery council(NMC) during each shift. Considered hardworking and driven. Ready for new opportunity to apply exceptional nursing skills in hospital setting.
Driven, hardworking and veteran active Registered Nurse bringing demonstrated patient care, medication monitoring and treatment management expertise. Adaptable and resilient with strong attention to detail, clinical expertise and emergency response experience.
Enthusiastic nurse manager eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
Patient-oriented Nurse with 10 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
12
12
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Obstetrics Registered Nurse
University Of Jos Teaching Hospital
Jos, Plateau
01.2022 - Current
- Monitored labs, examined ultrasounds and informed mothers on what to expect in stages of pregnancy.
- Coached new mothers with breastfeeding techniques, postpartum self-care and infant care to promote easier transition into motherhood.
- Worked closely with doctors and midwives in coaching pregnant women through childbirth and post-natal recovery.
- Supported physicians in both planned and emergency Cesarean section procedures.
- Assisted obstetricians and midwives with deliveries and cared for newborns directly after birth.
- Assessed infant health directly after birth using APGAR and monitored health for specified amount of time for any changes in status.
- Aided with induction of labor for women suffering from complications such as preeclampsia.
- Scheduled follow-up visits and instructed care for new mothers for weeks immediately following childbirth.
- Reduced risk of infection by sterilizing tools and overseeing housekeeping standards for treatment rooms, labor and delivery and waiting areas.
- Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor and fetal distress.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Cared for pre-term infants in Level 4 neonatal intensive care unit.
- Performed vital signs checks and administered vaccinations to infants following birth.
Medical/surgical Nurse
Bingham University Teaching Hospital
Jos, Plateau
10.2012 - 12.2021
- Evaluated patients to detect contraindications before anesthesia or scheduled surgery.
- Maintained sterile surgical environment and secured confidential data to protect patients' health and privacy.
- Assisted families by answering questions, supplying general information and providing frequent updates on patient progress.
- Documented procedure plans, surgery notes and progress updates to facilitate communication among healthcare providers.
- Connected with patients and families from variety of cultural and economic backgrounds to establish and maintain open communication for improved patient outcomes.
- Communicated medical information and discharge instructions to patients and families to reduce return visits.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Emergency Room Nurse
Daisyland Orthopedic Hospital
Jos, Plateau
09.2009 - 09.2010
- Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage and other areas to meet typical patient loads.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds and thoracic trauma.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
- Communicated openly and collaboratively with all healthcare staff to organize successful patient care.
- Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis and treatment.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Accurately documented treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Community Health Nurse
St John Catholic Hospital
Lokoja, Kogi
08.2008 - 02.2009
- Helped vulnerable individuals navigate complex healthcare system.
- Targeted specific community groups with wellness and disease management information.
- Planned, assigned and directed work, as well as evaluated employee performance.
- Worked directly with patient treatment teams and participated in care coordination procedures.
- Obtained demographic, insurance and financial information from community members to offer thorough and personalized assistance.
- Wrote and distributed informational materials on chronic diseases, infant mortality, substance abuse and other community health concerns.
- Provided complex counseling and identified alternative resources for patient care.
- Managed enrollment, transportation and paperwork for individuals to take advantage of community resources.
- Performed basic diagnostic procedures such as blood pressure screening, breast cancer screening or communicable disease screening.
- Taught appropriate parenting behaviors to individuals or families.
- Transported or accompanied clients to scheduled health appointments or referral sites.
- Contacted clients in person, by phone or in writing to ascertain compliance with required or recommended actions.
- Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule.
Adult Care Provider
St Gerard's Catholic Hospital
Kaduna , Kaduna
01.2008 - 08.2008
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Conferred with supervisor to discuss patient condition and medical care.
- Helped patients care for themselves by teaching proper, safe use of ambulation assistive devices such as canes or walkers.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Maintained frequent supervision of residents unable to call for assistance.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Documented residents' mental status, sleep and eating patterns in medical record books.
- Changed dressings, bandages and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
- Transported patients via wheelchair to and from rehabilitation and daily activities.
- Planned healthy meals, purchased ingredients and cooked meals to provide adequate nutrition for client wellbeing.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Used company software and databases to maintain records of services performed and patient conditions.
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments and shopping trips.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation and medication reminders.
- Entertained, conversed and read aloud to keep patients mentally alert.
Education
Bachelor of Nursing Sciences - Medical Surgical
Open University Of Nigeria
Jos Plateau State 02.2016 - Current
Registered Midwife - Maternal And Child Health
School Of Midwifery(our Lady Of Apostle)
Jos Plateau State. 09.2010 - 03.2012
Registered Nurse - General Nursing
School Of Nursing St Gerard's Catholic Hospital,ka
Kaduna, Kaduna State. 10.2003 - 11.2007
Skills
Disease prevention education
Additional Information
I have received training on community/public health nursing, obstetric fistula prevention and cervical screening testing.
I have also engaged in rehabilitation of drug addicts in the community through skills acquisition programs resulting to positive integration into the society. Furthermore,I indulged in advocacy programs for the vulnerables for funds raising to ensure optimal wellbeing.Additionally,I collaborated with non governmental organizations to establish basic amenities such as boreholes, good road access and electricity in the community.
Interests
Timeline
Obstetrics Registered Nurse
University Of Jos Teaching Hospital
01.2022 - Current
Bachelor of Nursing Sciences - Medical Surgical
Open University Of Nigeria
02.2016 - Current
Medical/surgical Nurse
Bingham University Teaching Hospital
10.2012 - 12.2021
Registered Midwife - Maternal And Child Health
School Of Midwifery(our Lady Of Apostle)
09.2010 - 03.2012
Emergency Room Nurse
Daisyland Orthopedic Hospital
09.2009 - 09.2010
Community Health Nurse
St John Catholic Hospital
08.2008 - 02.2009
Adult Care Provider
St Gerard's Catholic Hospital
01.2008 - 08.2008
Registered Nurse - General Nursing
School Of Nursing St Gerard's Catholic Hospital,ka
10.2003 - 11.2007
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