Kikelomo Ogundipe
Nursing
Lagos,lagos
Summary
. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Patient-oriented Nurse with over 30 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Dedicated nursing leader with excellent unit management skills. Proficient in quality, cost and care standards focused on maximizing resources and patient satisfaction.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse Manager
Christ Foundation Hospital
02.2000 - Current
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
- Streamlined nursing operations for increased efficiency by optimizing staff scheduling and resource allocation.
- Implemented infection control measures, resulting in reduced incidence of hospital-acquired infections.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the department, conducting regular risk assessments and addressing potential hazards promptly.
- Conducted performance evaluations and provided constructive feedback to support professional growth of nursing staff members.
- Reviewed department performance and adjusted coverage to compensate for changing conditions.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by fostering a team-oriented environment among nursing staff.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Managed budgets and controlled costs, achieving financial targets without compromising patient care quality.
- Established and continuously optimized unit schedules and individual work assignments.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Fostered improvement in staff development, personnel training, and standards of patient care.
- Coordinated and implemented in-service educational programs focusing on safety and adherence to protocols.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Oversaw infection control procedures to protect patients from infections and keep nursing departments compliant with state regulations.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Developed strategy to target nursing and patient satisfaction issues, improve response, and patient care quality and suggest actionable improvements to promote hospital-wide quality and safety initiatives.
- Led staff meetings to keep team informed of departmental changes and provide opportunities for nurses to share ideas and concerns.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for patients with complex needs.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
School Nurse Practitioner
Federal Government College
Lagos, Lagos Nigeria
01.1995 - 05.1998
- Promoted healthy lifestyles by organizing student workshops on nutrition, exercise, stress management, and other topics related to wellbeing.
- Participated in development of school safety plans to address areas of concern.
- Collaborated with teachers to address students'' health needs, resulting in improved classroom performance.
- Coordinated care with other healthcare professionals, promoting optimal patient outcomes.
- Assessed student health and identified potential health concerns to provide appropriate care.
- Screened for infectious diseases to help prevent spreading within school community.
- Provided medical consultations to other school personnel to promote well-coordinated school health and safety efforts.
- Organized annual health fairs focused on educating both parents and students about various aspects of wellness such as dental care, mental health awareness, or disease prevention.
- Evaluated and monitored infection control practices within the school setting to minimize risks and maintain a healthy environment for all.
- Implemented immunization programs that increased vaccination rates among the student population.
- Provided training sessions for staff members on recognizing symptoms of common illnesses or medical emergencies in children and adolescents.
Nursing Officer
First Faith Medical Center
Lagos, Lagos Nigeria
02.1992 - 11.1994
- Informed new patients about various departments and services.
- Coordinated with physicians and staff to facilitate admissions, evaluating admission criteria and patients' symptoms to determine need for psychiatric consultation and related care.
- Improved patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and updating protocols.
- Communicated with patients, ensuring that medical information was kept private.
- Liaised with other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive patient care plans and provide highest quality of care.
- Conducted ongoing assessments of patient conditions, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal treatment outcomes.
Education
Registered Nurse - Nursing Midwifery
School of Nursing University College Hospital
Ibadan Nigeria Bachelor Of Science - Health Education
University of Ado Ekiti
Ekiti Nigeria Skills
- Procedure Room Preparation
- Diet and Nutrition
- Instrument Sterilization
- Wound Care
- Patient education and advocacy
- Immunizations and Vaccinations
- Infection Control
- Case Management
- Patient and family advocacy
- Policy Development
- Emergency Response
- Strong Clinical Judgment
Additional Information
I am a well experienced Nurse presently residing outside the US looking for a Visa Sponsoring Job. i have pass my NCLEX and I have Texas Board compact state certificate. Ready to relocate and work in any state
I AM PRESENTLY RESIDING OUTSIDE THE USA SO I NEED A VISA SPONSOR JOB
Am an international Trained Nurse so i need Job that can help process my work permit and Green card
Timeline
Nurse Manager
Christ Foundation Hospital
02.2000 - Current
School Nurse Practitioner
Federal Government College
01.1995 - 05.1998
Nursing Officer
First Faith Medical Center
02.1992 - 11.1994
Registered Nurse - Nursing Midwifery
School of Nursing University College Hospital
Bachelor Of Science - Health Education
University of Ado Ekiti
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