Well being of those with chronic pain
Murna Yashim-Ankut
Health Care Aide And Public Health Enthusiast
Summary
Responsible health care provider proficient in basic nursing and medical care. Accustomed to keeping the home environment neat and safe to protect patients. With 10 years experience in medical and public health practice. Have received several trainings to include; Health care certificate, CPR, Basic life support, Occupational health, leadership and
Management, quality improvement and patient safety, Project management and research. I am a skilled team player, enthusiastic about team success through hard work, attention and attention to details. I work well under pressure and comfortable working with vulnerable populations. Quick learner with efficient computer skills.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Program Coordinator for HIV/AIDs
Institute of Human Virology, Nigeria.
Abuja
03.2016 - Current
- Retention lead for the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) for people living with HIV/AIDs, ensuring all clients remain in care and are virally suppressed.
- Pediatric lead for the FCT ensuring pediatic and adolescents living with HIV receive optimum care and are virally suppressed.
- Counseling of People living with HIV to prevent stigma and improve standard of living.
- Case finding for pediatrics, pregnant women and adults.
- Routine calls to clients to ensure they pick up their medications and adhere to them.
- Counseling on preventive measures to avoid spread.
- Clinically assessing clients for referrals to appropriate physicians.
- Screening for other non-communicable diseases with appropriate management.
Home Health Care Provider
Family
Abuja
06.2008 - Current
- Acted as resource for my four children as the live in care provider for their physical, emotional and health needs.
- I give first aid to my children at home.
- Referral to physicians for clinical issues and concerns.
- Administered medications to children and remained vigilant for negative side effects.
- Cooked tasty, nourishing meals for patients to promote better nutrition.
- Bath care and dressing for the children.
- Keeping the home neat and tidy.
- Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of my children to address concerns and protect each person from harm.
- Encouraged children to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
- Offered support for client mental and emotional needs to enhance physical outcomes and overall happiness.
Senior Medical Officer
Garki Hospital, Abuja
Abuja
04.2014 - 03.2016
- Improved patient outcomes and delivery of care through improved clinical quality processes.
- Educated and mentored more than 12 medical students.
- Assisted senior physicians and surgeons during assessments, examinations and surgical interventions.
- Confirmed consistent and accurate medical recordkeeping practices.
- Completed patient referrals to other medical specialists.
Medical Officer
kelina Hospital, Abuja
Abuja
09.2012 - 03.2014
- Directed and coordinated patient care activities of nursing and support staff.
- Confirmed consistent and accurate medical recordkeeping practices.
- Completed patient referrals to other medical specialists.
- Facilitated performance improvement initiatives for CME credit.
- Interpreted diagnostic test results for deviations from normal.
- Reviewed and evaluated test results to suggest care and treatment options.
Medical Intern
University of Abuja teaching Hospital
Abuja
03.2011 - 05.2012
- Completed daily rounds to check on patients and identify any reasons for concern.
- Wrote detailed and professional progress notes for each patient, outlining notable events and examinations findings.
- Collected labs and test results on patients.
- Assisted patient medication administrations using various methods such as intravenous, intramuscular, oral, subcutaneous and pulmonary.
- Reviewed clinical cases to gain additional understanding of disease etiology and progression.
- Responded to medical emergencies to help stabilize and treat patients.
- Aided in communication and authorizations with patient and caregivers.
- Provided patient care under direct physician supervision.
- Shadowed resident physicians, taking notes and asking questions.
- Participated in all scheduled rounds and teaching conferences.
Education
M.D. - Medicine
University of Ilorin
Ilorin, Kwara State. 04.2005 - 09.2010
Bachelor of Science - Microbiology
Ahmadu Bello University
Zaria, Kaduna, Nigeria 11.1997 - 01.2002
Skills
Health care aide certificate
Empathetic
Observing responses
Companionship and emotional support
Recording vital signs
Supporting personal needs
Patient-focused care
Responding to emergencies
Transporting patients
Trustworthy companion
Patient Management
Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
Feeding assistance expert
Wound care specialist
Certification
PgMP - Program Management Professional
Interests
Timeline
Program Coordinator for HIV/AIDs
Institute of Human Virology, Nigeria.
03.2016 - Current
Senior Medical Officer
Garki Hospital, Abuja
04.2014 - 03.2016
Medical Officer
kelina Hospital, Abuja
09.2012 - 03.2014
Medical Intern
University of Abuja teaching Hospital
03.2011 - 05.2012
Home Health Care Provider
Family
06.2008 - Current
M.D. - Medicine
University of Ilorin
04.2005 - 09.2010
Bachelor of Science - Microbiology
Ahmadu Bello University
11.1997 - 01.2002