Linda Richard
Nurse
Sagamu ,Nigeria
Summary
Compassionate leader with demonstrated ability to oversee healthcare teams and ensure high-quality patient care. Possesses strong clinical knowledge and exceptional communication skills, facilitating seamless coordination between medical staff and patients. Dedicated to driving positive health outcomes and enhancing service delivery in [Desired Position] role.
Overview
2019
2019
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior nursing officer
Babcock University teaching hospital, ilishan Remo ogun State.
Sagamu , Nigeria
- Led quality improvement initiatives within the nursing department.
- Initiated emergency response plan during critical situations ensuring safety of all patients.
- Developed strong relationships with patients and their families promoting trust and open communication.
- Utilised advanced equipment competently enhancing patient care quality.
- Minimised risk of infection spread by strict enforcement of hygiene protocols in the ward.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality healthcare services.
- Addressed patient needs promptly, alleviating discomfort or distress.
- Ensured patient comfort by administering appropriate nursing interventions.
- Managed clinical staff, ensuring adherence to hospital policies and procedures.
- Maintained accurate, up-to-date patient records, maximising data accuracy.
- Administered scheduled oral and IV medications and therapies, overseeing pain management plans.
- Demonstrated confident decision making and organisation working in multidisciplinary and tri-service teams.
- Administered oxygen and medication to achieve optimum health outcomes.
- Quickly responded to medical emergencies, working calmly and professionally under pressure.
Nursing officer
St Mary's Specialist Hospital.
Ikeja Lagos , Nigeria
07.2017 - 12.2018
- Counselled caregivers and families on end-of-life planning and care options.
- Followed NHS procedures and protocols to safely prepare drips and transfusions.
- Monitored vital signs regularly maintaining optimal health condition of critically ill patients.
- Administered prescribed medications resulting in better management of chronic conditions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction levels through personalised care plans.
- Demonstrated confident decision making and organisation working in multidisciplinary and tri-service teams.
- Coordinated seamless discharge process, reducing readmission rates substantially.
- Administered scheduled oral and IV medications and therapies, overseeing pain management plans.
- Implemented effective infection control measures resulting in decreased hospital-acquired infections.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes.
- Assisted patients with mobility and ambulation throughout facility.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness in wards to prevent cross contamination of diseases.
- Provided emergency medical assistance swiftly during critical situations saving many lives.
- Administered oxygen and medication to achieve optimum health outcomes.
- Maintained up-to-date patient records aiding in accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Actioned public health campaigns to educate patients on current issues.
Nursing officer
Ave Maria Specialist Hospital, Victoria Island
Lagos , Nigeria
11.2015 - 06.2017
- Monitored vital signs regularly maintaining optimal health condition of critically ill patients.
- Administered prescribed medications resulting in better management of chronic conditions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction levels through personalised care plans.
- Conducted regular ward rounds, anticipating complications and adjusting treatments accordingly.
- Adapted nursing practices to meet changing demands of high-pressure and challenging environments.
- Assessed and triaged patients to identify immediate care needs and facilitate individualised interventions.
- Coordinated seamless discharge process, reducing readmission rates substantially.
- Administered scheduled oral and IV medications and therapies, overseeing pain management plans.
- Implemented effective infection control measures resulting in decreased hospital-acquired infections.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes.
- Maintained accurate, up-to-date patient records, maximising data accuracy.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness in wards to prevent cross contamination of diseases.
- Implemented clear quality standards to maintain first-class patient provisions.
- Bolstered hospital's reputation for excellence in paediatric care through dedicated service.
- Facilitated efficient ward operations by maintaining stock control, promptly re-ordering low-stock medication and supplies.
- Improved patient recovery rates by implementing innovative nursing strategies.
Education
Bachelor in Nursing Science(BNSC) - Nursing Science
Ladoke Akintola University of Technology
Ogbomosho, Oyo State.08.2021
Registered Paediatric Nurse (RPN) - Paediatrics
School of Post Basic Paediatric Nursing
Irrua, Edo State.11.2019
Registered Nurse - General Nursing
School of Nursing, Make.
Mkar, Benue State.07.2018
Certificate of Higher Education -
Gabek international secondary school
Isiala ngwa North 06.2005
Skills
Building rapport quickly
undefinedLanguages
English
Upper intermediate (B2)
A1
Timeline
Nursing officer
St Mary's Specialist Hospital.
07.2017 - 12.2018
Nursing officer
Ave Maria Specialist Hospital, Victoria Island
11.2015 - 06.2017
Senior nursing officer
Babcock University teaching hospital, ilishan Remo ogun State.
Bachelor in Nursing Science(BNSC) - Nursing Science
Ladoke Akintola University of Technology
Registered Paediatric Nurse (RPN) - Paediatrics
School of Post Basic Paediatric Nursing
Registered Nurse - General Nursing
School of Nursing, Make.
Certificate of Higher Education -
Gabek international secondary school
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