Jennifer Ihekweme
Abu Dhabi
Summary
I am a registered paediatric nurse with a passion for emergency nursing. I have experience working in both junior and senior positions at a busy major trauma hospital in London. Before I relocated to Abu Dhabi, I worked as a senior nurse in a paediatric emergency department where I was able to safely coordinate the department, support junior staff and manage the care of the sickest patients. I have recently joined the urgent care department at Danat Al Emarat Women and Children's hospital where I am excited to be a part of the expansion project. I am a dedicated, hardworking and confident nurse with great communication skills. I am excited to take up the challenge of progressing to a senior nurse position in the urgent care. I am friendly, approachable and a good advocate for my patients. Outside of nursing, I enjoy travelling, cooking and kick boxing.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse - Paediatric Urgent Care
Danat Al Emarat Hospital
11.2023 - Current
- Coordinating and managing the children and young peoples emergency department
- As the nurse in charge, I would oversee and ensure the smooth running of the department
- I liaised with different members of the multidisciplinary team and escalated concerns when necessary
- I managed the bed-board and tried to prevent clinical breaches by ensuring smooth patient flow where possible
- I supported junior staff and students and provided necessary training to support their skill development as emergency nurses
- In triage I would determine acuity levels, identify safeguarding concerns and necessary actions
- I would stream well patients to lower acuity areas
- I delegated tasks and oversee the care provided by the team
- I offer support and ensure appropriate escalation based on the acuity of cases during the shift
- Completed clinical audits in hand-washing, triage documentation and tube insertion documentation
- I looked after sick trauma and very unwell patients needing high level of nursing and medical care and support their families
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual
- contributed to the development of the paediatric emergency nurse training course. Delivered training modules and assessed participants on
Senior Staff Nurse
St George's University Hospital
01.2022 - 10.2023
Senior Staff Nurse
St George's University Hospital London
05.2021 - 10.2023
- Assess the needs of children and their families whilst in urgent care
- Led educational workshops for staff members on topics such as pain management strategies and wound care best practices.
- Evaluated patient progress against treatment goals regularly, adjusting interventions accordingly to promote optimal outcomes.
- . Advocated for holistic approaches in patient care considering emotional well-being alongside physical health concerns.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the unit by adhering to infection control protocols and advocating for optimal working conditions.
- Collaborated with case managers to facilitate timely discharges and appropriate referrals for continued care services.
- Mentored junior nurses in clinical skills development, fostering a positive learning environment to support professional growth.
- Enhanced interdisciplinary collaboration through effective communication with physicians, pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals.
- Streamlined patient care processes for increased efficiency by creating and updating comprehensive nursing care plans.
- . Managed high-acuity cases effectively through prioritizing tasks based on urgency while maintaining attention to detail.
- Increased patient satisfaction scores by consistently delivering compassionate, high-quality nursing care.
- . Actively participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay up-to-date with the latest nursing practices and standards.
- Served as a preceptor for new graduate nurses, providing guidance and support during their transition into professional practice.
- Assisted patients in navigating complex medical systems by serving as a liaison between them and their healthcare providers.
- Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing evidence-based nursing practices.
- . Demonstrated adaptability under pressure by effectively managing emergency situations and making critical decisions.
- Conducted regular quality improvement audits, identifying areas of concern and implementing corrective actions when necessary.
- . Delegated tasks appropriately among team members according to their skill sets ensuring efficient workflow.
- Participated in interdisciplinary rounds, contributing valuable insights to improve overall care coordination efforts.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by providing thorough patient education on medication management and self-care techniques.
- Advocate for patients and challenge clinical decisions in the best interest of the patient
- Triage and score patients based on their acuity and escalate when necessary
- Support the team with education and development of policies and competencies
- Adapt my style of communication when there is a language barrier and use a translator when necessary
- Support SRNs and clinical resource nurse to create a triage competency document
Team Leader
St George's University Hospital
09.2019 - 10.2023
Staff Nurse - Paediatric Emergency Department
St George's University Hospital
01.2019 - 01.2022
Education
No Degree - NRP
Neonatal Resuscitation Program
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates08.2024
No Degree - PALS
Paediatric Advance Life Support
Abu Dhabi02.2024
No Degree - Children's Emergency Nurse Training Course
Evelina Children's Hospital London
Guy's And St. Thomas' Hospital London06.2023
Trauma Immediate Life support -
St George's Hospital
01.2023
Leading through education for excellent patient care (LEEP) -
St. George's Hospital
01.2023
BSc - Children's Nursing, Audiology
London South Bank University
01.2019
Skills
- Leadership
- NMC and DOH registered nurse
- Advanced Paediatric Life Support/BLS
- Triage
- Nurse in charge/coordinating
- Tracheotomy
- Trauma/Major incident
- Cannulation/venepuncture
- Practice assessor (student mentor)
- Effective communication
References
- Erin Smith, +447586339731, erin.smith@stgeorges.nhs.uk, Senior Nurse - St George's University Hospital
- Lorraine Fox, +447949589103, lorraine.fox@stgeorges.nhs.uk, Team Leader - St George's University Hospital
Additional Information
DOH License GN66840
Timeline
Registered Nurse - Paediatric Urgent Care
Danat Al Emarat Hospital
11.2023 - Current
Senior Staff Nurse
St George's University Hospital
01.2022 - 10.2023
Senior Staff Nurse
St George's University Hospital London
05.2021 - 10.2023
Team Leader
St George's University Hospital
09.2019 - 10.2023
Staff Nurse - Paediatric Emergency Department
St George's University Hospital
01.2019 - 01.2022
Trauma Immediate Life support -
St George's Hospital
Leading through education for excellent patient care (LEEP) -
St. George's Hospital
BSc - Children's Nursing, Audiology
London South Bank University
No Degree - NRP
Neonatal Resuscitation Program
No Degree - PALS
Paediatric Advance Life Support
No Degree - Children's Emergency Nurse Training Course
Evelina Children's Hospital London
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