KOLAWOLE ADEJORO
Benin
Summary
Accomplished Registered Nurse with extensive experience in emergency and medical-surgical care at University Of Benin Teaching Hospital. Excelled in clinical judgment and compassionate care, significantly enhancing patient recovery rates. Proficient in medication administration and infection control, demonstrating a strong commitment to patient safety and health outcomes.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
University Of Benin Teaching Hospital
01.2014 - Current
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
- Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Skillfully performed venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.
- Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families through active listening, empathy, and clear communication during challenging situations.
- Managed complex wound care, including dressing changes, monitoring for signs of infection, and collaborating with wound care specialists as needed.
- Performed emergency medical procedures such as BLS, ACLS and other condition stabilizing interventions.
- Monitored patient vital signs to perform thorough condition assessments.
Caregiver
Excel Nursing Home
12.2012 - Current
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring accurate dosage and timely administration for maximum efficacy.
- Coordinated closely with family members regarding updates on patient conditions or concerns that arose during the course of caregiving duties.
- Managed patient appointments and transportation needs, ensuring punctual arrival at medical visits and other engagements.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
ER Registered Nurse
God First Medical Centre And Maternity
02.2013 - 03.2014
- Planned, prioritized and provided nursing care by applying advanced specialty clinical nursing knowledge and skills to support comfort and safety of patients and families.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining a high level of attention to detail under pressure during busy shifts in the ER department.
- Increased efficiency within the triage system by prioritizing cases based on severity levels.
- Developed strong relationships with colleagues across departments, fostering a collaborative work environment that enhanced overall patient care delivery processes.
- Observed and recorded signs, symptoms, behaviors and physiological status of patient.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients and staff, adhering to infection control protocols and reducing the risk of hospital-acquired infections.
- Adhered to required infection control, isolation procedures and aseptic techniques in delivery of patient care.
- Delivered important IV and venous medications to control symptoms and provide effective treatments.
Education
Bachelor Of Health Science - Medicine
Kyiv Medical University
Kyiv-Ukraine Post Graduate Diploma - Ophthamic Nursing And Management
School of Post Basic Studies,UBTH
Benin-Nigeria 11.2018
Higher Diploma - General Nursing
College of Nursing,UBTH
Benin-Nigeria11.2012
Skills
- Intravenous therapy
- Pre-and Post-Operative Care
- Compassionate Care
- Clinical judgment
- Medication and IV administration
- Vital signs monitoring
- Infection Control
- Documentation
- Delegation and Motivation
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Clear Patient Communication
- Care Coordination
- Oxygen saturation standards
- Immunizations and Vaccinations
- Microsoft Office
- Medical Recordkeeping
- Procedure Assistance
- Equipment Sterilization
- Case Management
Certification
- Nova Scotia Registered Nurse License
- Nigeria Registered Nurse Certificate
- Nigeria Registered Ophthalmic Nurse Certificate
- New York Eligibility Approved Report for Nclex
- Certified CPR/AED
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
University Of Benin Teaching Hospital
01.2014 - Current
ER Registered Nurse
God First Medical Centre And Maternity
02.2013 - 03.2014
Caregiver
Excel Nursing Home
12.2012 - Current
Bachelor Of Health Science - Medicine
Kyiv Medical University
Post Graduate Diploma - Ophthamic Nursing And Management
School of Post Basic Studies,UBTH
Higher Diploma - General Nursing
College of Nursing,UBTH
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