Nkiruka Kalagbor
Registered Nurse
Port Harcourt,Rivers state
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional with strong experience in delivering quality care to patients,with more than 2 years of practice in medical, surgical/post-surgical recovery wards, emergency unit care, Strong knowledge of EMR charting, medicine, pharmacology, medication administration and standards of care in the hospital or private practice setting. Caring and reliable person with a reputation for building a great rapport between medical providers and patients skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. a detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Committed to making patients more informed and comfortable during their care., and ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Staff Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Rivers State University Teaching Hospital
Port Harcourt, Rivers state
02.2023 - Current
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Assisted with resuscitation, CPR, and emergency airway procedures.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Registered Nurse Medical/Surgical Nurse
RIVERS STATE UNIVERSITY TEACHING HOSPITAL
Port Harcourt, Rivers state
02.2021 - 01.2023
- Created warm, supportive atmosphere to keep patients feeling safe and comfortable immediately before and after surgery.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, and other conditions.
- Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
Education
High School Diploma -
RIVERS STATE SCHOOL OF NURSING
PORT HARCOURT, RIVERS STATE NIGERIA11.2020
Skills
- Patient condition monitoring
- Micro-Software proficiency
- Medical History Documentation
- Equipment and instrument sterilization
- Intravenous therapy
- Patient Admission
- Operational Standards
- Diet and Nutrition
- Nursing Process
- EMR Systems
- Medication Administration
- Airway Management
- Charting and documentation
- Teamwork and conflict resolution
- Patient Triage
Relevant Skills
- Dedicated patient advocate, which has me putting the needs and care of the patient above everything else.
- Strong oral and written communication skills, since much of this job requires speaking to patients kindly and discussing care with other medical staff.
- Expert multitasker and highly organized, which makes it easier for me to manage several patients on my caseload at once.
- Respected team player throughout my career, equipping me with the right mindset to want to offer anything I can to help improve patient outcomes.
- Excellent sense of integrity and honesty when dealing with sensitive subjects and situations related to patients.
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN) - (license is still active)
- BLS- Basic Life Support.
- BIo-Hazard and Bio-safety
- Clients and Customer satisfaction
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
A1
Hobbies and Interests
During my days off, I enjoy cooking, reading and seeing movies..
Timeline
Staff Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Rivers State University Teaching Hospital
02.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse Medical/Surgical Nurse
RIVERS STATE UNIVERSITY TEACHING HOSPITAL
02.2021 - 01.2023
High School Diploma -
RIVERS STATE SCHOOL OF NURSING
- Registered Nurse (RN) - (license is still active)
- BLS- Basic Life Support.
- BIo-Hazard and Bio-safety
- Clients and Customer satisfaction
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