MARY GARBA
MIDWIFE
4, Okene Street, Area 2, Garki, Abuja
Summary
I am an energetic and enthusiastic person who enjoys a challenge and achieving personal goals. A mature team worker that is adaptable to all conditions of work. Possess effective and efficient use of discretion and initiative, Self-driven and a team player with good communication skills, I am quick to pick up skills and apply them productively, through the use of initiative and the ability to comprehend instructions. I often seek new responsibilities within a wide range of employment areas. I have an active and dynamic approach to work and getting results within an allocated time.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
17
17
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Nursing and Midwifery
Kaduna State Primary Healthcare Board
01.2020 - Current
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Administered medications as prescribed to ensure the well-being of mothers and newborns during labor, delivery, and postpartum stages.
- Maintained detailed medical records for accurate documentation of patient care and progress throughout the perinatal period.
- Participated in continuing education opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of midwifery care.
- Enhanced patient care by effectively managing and monitoring labor, delivery, and postpartum processes.
- Assisted physicians with cesarean deliveries, contributing to safe outcomes for mother and baby.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
Nursing Officer
Epsilon Specialist Hospital Ltd.
1 2019 - 1 2020
- Improved patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and updating protocols.
- Provided high-quality patient education on disease prevention and management strategies, empowering patients in their own healthcare decisions.
- Managed medication administration accurately and safely, reducing the risk of adverse drug events among patients.
- Championed a culture of safety by consistently modeling best practices in nursing care, reporting errors or near misses promptly, and encouraging open communication among team members.
- Supported birthing partners in their roles by providing education on pregnancy, labor, and newborn care.
- Provided healthcare information and educational resources to new parents.
- Assisted mothers with breastfeeding, self-care and postpartum healthcare.
- Reduced complications during childbirth by closely monitoring patients and collaborating with healthcare professionals for timely interventions.
- Performed prenatal and postnatal examinations.
- Facilitated antenatal classes covering topics such as stages of labor progression; pain relief options; breathing patterns; pushing techniques resulting in better prepared expectant parents for childbirth.
- Counseled patients and families on reproductive health and contraception.
- Advised patients on lifestyle modifications and preventative measures for the health of mother and baby.
Education
First School Leaving Certificate -
• The Corinthians International School,
Kaduna, Kaduna State, NigeriaSenior Secondary School Certificate -
New Breed Secondary
Kaduna, Kaduna State, Nigeria07.2010
Associate of Science - Midwifery
Kaduna State College of Midwifery
Kaduna, Kaduna State, Nigeria 04.2001 - 04.2018
Skills
Antenatal care
Clinical assessment
Multitasking
Prenatal education
Patient Management
Newborn care
Communityexperience
- Turunku Rural Hospital, Igabi Local Government Area Kaduna, 2016
- Rigasa General Hospital, 2016
- General Hospital Kujama, Chikun Local Government Area, Kaduna, 2016
Workshopandtraining
- Primary Mental Health Care, School of Post Basic Psychiatric Nursing, Federal NeuroPsychiatric, Barnawa Kaduna
- Live Saving Skills (LSS), Kaduna State Primary Health Care Board, December 2020
Educationalinstitutionsattended
- The Corinthians International School, Kaduna, 2000 - 2005, First School Leaving Certificate
- New Breed Secondary School Kaduna, Kaduna, 2005 - 2010, West African School Certificate Examination (WASCE)
- Kaduna State College of Midwifery Tudun Wada Kaduna, Kaduna, 2015 - 2018, Basic Midwifery
Skillsandcompetence
Good communication skills with keen attention to details.
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 07/04/93
- Gender: Female
- Nationality: Nigerian
- Marital Status: Married
References
- ARCH. JOSHUA BASHISHI, Maintenance Officer, ECOWAS, 08067820617
- FLYING OFFICER BITRUS BALA, Nigerian Airforce, 08105790274
Timeline
Nursing and Midwifery
Kaduna State Primary Healthcare Board
01.2020 - Current
Associate of Science - Midwifery
Kaduna State College of Midwifery
04.2001 - 04.2018
Nursing Officer
Epsilon Specialist Hospital Ltd.
1 2019 - 1 2020
First School Leaving Certificate -
• The Corinthians International School,
Senior Secondary School Certificate -
New Breed Secondary
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