Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Timeline
Generic

Purity Nwokafor

Gbagada

Summary

Experienced Nurse Midwife with a strong track record at R-JOLAD Hospital Gbagada, specializing in neonatal resuscitation and fostering collaborative teamwork. Proven ability to enhance newborn outcomes and patient care through expert prenatal and postpartum support. Recognized for exceptional interpersonal communication and commitment to continuous improvement, positively impacting the health and well-being of mothers and infants.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse Midwife

R-JOLAD Hospital
Lagos State
07.2008 - Current
  • Assessed, monitored and evaluated the health of pregnant women.
  • Performed physical examinations to assess fetal position, size and growth rate.
  • Participated in labor and delivery of newborns.
  • Cared for newborns after delivery, including administering medications or vaccines if required.
  • Coordinated with physicians regarding patient care decisions and treatment plan.
  • Educated patients on postpartum health maintenance and contraception options.
  • Counseled mothers regarding breastfeeding techniques, nutrition, and parenting skills.
  • Provided postpartum follow-up care for both mother and baby.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure quality care for all patients.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient assessments, treatment, and progress notes.
  • Actively participated in continuing education activities to keep abreast of new developments.
  • Provided guidance, support and education to patients on antenatal care.
  • Provided counseling services to women experiencing postpartum depression or anxiety.
  • Ordered laboratory tests and interpreted test results accurately.
  • Developed discharge plans for patients after giving birth.
  • Consulted with and obtained orders from obstetricians for special care or diagnostic procedures.
  • Updated medical records and communicated patient information to other health care providers.
  • Monitored fetal development by listening to fetal heartbeat, taking external uterine measurements and identifying fetal position.
  • Provided clear explanations on procedures to patients, family members, and staff members.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient's medical history, treatments and progress notes.
  • Coordinated with physicians, nurses and other healthcare professionals for optimal patient care.
  • Conducted prenatal classes for expectant mothers and their partners on birthing processes and postpartum care.
  • Facilitated discussions between patients and their families regarding labor and delivery options.
  • Ensured compliance with hospital policies and procedures related to childbirth practices.
  • Identified potential complications associated with pregnancy and delivery process.
  • Determined appropriate interventions for high-risk pregnancies based on assessment findings.
  • Provided emotional support to patients throughout the labor process.
  • Monitored vital signs of mother and baby during labor and delivery process.
  • Assisted in cesarean sections when necessary.
  • Instructed new parents on infant care techniques such as breastfeeding, bathing, diapering.
  • Created individualized birth plans for each patient according to her preferences.
  • Closely monitored mother's health, comfort and emotional states before, during and after labor for births.
  • Educated patients about nutrition and good health practices and encouraged participation in healthcare-related decisions.
  • Taught prenatal classes to help educate expectant parents on labor stages and pain relief options.
  • Reviewed and analyzed test data or images to determine appropriate diagnosis or treatment.
  • Administered medications as prescribed by physicians during labor and delivery process.
  • Responded to obstetric emergencies in a timely manner.
  • Recorded examination findings, health histories and significant observations in patient's chart.
  • Demonstrated best angles and positioning to support and enable women to successfully breastfeed babies.
  • Developed individualized birth plans with mothers based on health concerns, desires and fears.
  • Managed care and monitored pain levels of postpartum and postoperative patients.
  • Evaluated fetal status by performing abdominal palpation and ultrasound examinations to estimate fetal weight, presentation and position.
  • Collaborated with community health programs to increase knowledge of available birthing methods and educate families.
  • Introduced breathing and grounding techniques to support birthing process and increase overall comfort.
  • Recognized emergent obstetric and neonatal conditions and initiated appropriate measures.
  • Provided emergency healthcare for injured or sick babies and calmly directed parents to physicians when unable to provide care.
  • Ordered and interpreted laboratory and diagnostic tests to establish diagnoses and develop comprehensive treatment plans.
  • Educated women on birth options, positive strategies and unique health issues.
  • Enhanced newborn outcomes and promoted bonding by teaching new mothers how to breastfeed and care for infants.
  • Monitored fetus during labor, completed cervical checks and helped women into different positions to facilitate smooth labors.
  • Assessed care requirements and wrote care plans based on mother and child needs.
  • Tutored many student midwives in pregnancy support, newborn care, and labor management strategies.
  • Supported and enhanced labor and childbirth processes for many expectant mothers each day.
  • Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by obstetricians.
  • Referred patients to appropriate healthcare specialists when conditions exceeded scope of expertise.
  • Delivered direct family planning services to patients.
  • Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to plan or provide treatment.
  • Conducted physical examinations by taking vital signs, checking neurological reflexes and examining breasts.
  • Assisted obstetrician with cesarean sections and gynecological surgeries.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science

University of Education Winneba, Ghana.
Ghana
01-2014

School of Nursing - Nursing

Anambra State School of Nursing
Anambra
01-2004

Registered Midwife - Midwifery

University Teaching Hospital
Aba, Anambra

Skills

  • Newborn assessment
  • Cultural competence
  • Clinical Decision-Making
  • Neonatal resuscitation
  • Collaborative teamwork
  • Prenatal care
  • Birth planning
  • Postpartum care
  • Prenatal nutrition
  • Nutrition counseling
  • Fetal monitoring
  • Reliability
  • High-risk pregnancy identification
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Health Education
  • Task prioritization
  • Interpersonal communication
  • Documentation maintenance
  • Written communication
  • Catheter insertion
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Patient counseling
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Health promotion
  • Positive attitude
  • Time management abilities
  • Problem-solving aptitudes
  • Active listening
  • Pain management
  • Labor Coaching
  • Care planning
  • Organizational skills
  • Professional demeanor
  • Patient confidentiality
  • Patient Advocacy
  • Medical record keeping
  • Wound care management
  • Pain Management Techniques
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Effective communication
  • Multitasking abilities
  • Team building
  • Comprehensive patient care
  • postoperative care
  • Patient care
  • Excellent communication
  • Attention to Detail
  • Medical Administration
  • Self-motivation
  • Postpartum management
  • Reproductive health
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Infection prevention

Accomplishments

  • Best Nurse of the year - 2012 & 2018
  • Award of Recognition for the society of Women in Taxation - 2022 & 2024

Certification

  • Certificate of completion of training for a 30 hours yearly educational training in MAR/TAR, I & O, CPR, HIPAA, WOUNDCARE, PHLEBOTOMY, VITAL SIGNS, INFECTION CONTROL, MEDICAL WASTE, NURSING DOCUMENTATION - 2013

Timeline

Registered Nurse Midwife

R-JOLAD Hospital
07.2008 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science

University of Education Winneba, Ghana.

School of Nursing - Nursing

Anambra State School of Nursing

Registered Midwife - Midwifery

University Teaching Hospital
Purity Nwokafor