An experienced ED Nurse with diverse experience both in ED and in patient setting, capable of working in a fast-paced environment as well as under pressure effectively. Has willingness to continually learn new advancements in Emergency medicine, a great team player with excellent interpersonal skills. Exceptional in multitasking with good time management skills.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
REGISTERED NURSE
ED, TAWAM HOSPITAL, AL AIN
07.2015 - Current
Provide and manage purposeful patient care, Triaging patients using the ESI system, awareness of the ED ongoing needs and providing other team members with leadership and direction
Managing critically ill/injured patients including those ventilated, on CPAP and BIPAP machines, assist in the efficient operation of the ED and performs various medical assignments as may be required
Experience in staff development, improvement, and regulatory compliance
Played an active role in the opening of the Medical Assessment and Planning Unit and the smooth operation of the Unit
A Quality link and Education Link member played an active role in upholding and improving on patient care and staff education
Treats critical patients such as strokes, head traumas, comas, intracranial bleeds, myocardial infarctions and other life-threatening trauma
Works directly under physicians, assisting them with exams, diagnostic testing and treatments.
Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
Delivered proper care to victims of domestic violence at urgent care clinic.
Orchestrated quality-driven, cost-effective care in high-volume trauma center setting.
Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds and thoracic trauma.
Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage and other areas to meet typical patient loads.
REGISTERED NURSE
ED, MEDICLINIC WELCARE HOSPITAL
10.2009 - 06.2015
Triaged patients using the modified Canadian triage system, and stabilizing patients accordingly
Coordinate patient care with the ED physician and other care providers, Perform POCTS as may be required
Start IV lines, apply casts, stitch minor lacerations and administer complex care and medications to the critically injured/ill patients.
Registered Nurse
GENERAL HOSPITAL CALABAR
01.2002 - 12.2008
Provided full range of care from broken bones immobilization to administration of medications, lacerations suturing and wound care to over 20 patients per shift
Cared for the elderly, terminal patients in the ED to ensure their dignity is maintained
Collaborated closely with the Doctors and staff to communicate patients care plans
Instilled a culture of communicating with vulnerable patients .
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use and disease management.
Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
Led successful team comprised of RNs, LPNs and ancillary staff.
Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation by consistently operating to highest standards of care.
Provided didactic and clinical instructions to orient new nurses and potential student nurses to achieve training outcomes.
Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage and other areas to meet typical patient loads.
Education
ACCIDENT -
EMERGENCY NURSING, SPBNS - undefined
EMERGENCY ROOM NURSE - ACCIDENT AND EMERGENCY NURSING
SCHOOL OF POST BASIC NURSING
BENIN CITY, NIGERIA
10.2001
REGISTERED NURSE - GENERAL NURSING
SCHOOL OF NURSING
OGOJA, CROSS RIVER STATE, NIGERIA
11.1996
Skills
Skills
Microsoft Office
Cerner Medical Records
Languages
Patient Assessments
Patient Stabilization
Direct Patient Care
Patient and Family Advocacy
Patient Monitoring
Certification
Licensed RN -TEXAS BOARD OF NURSING
Licensed RN-NMCN
Licensed RN-DOH (UAE)
Nova scotia college of Nurses-In process
BLS- Basic Life Support
ACLS- Advanced Life support
ATCN- Advanced Trauma care for Nurses
PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
Timeline
REGISTERED NURSE
ED, TAWAM HOSPITAL, AL AIN
07.2015 - Current
REGISTERED NURSE
ED, MEDICLINIC WELCARE HOSPITAL
10.2009 - 06.2015
Registered Nurse
GENERAL HOSPITAL CALABAR
01.2002 - 12.2008
ACCIDENT -
EMERGENCY NURSING, SPBNS - undefined
EMERGENCY ROOM NURSE - ACCIDENT AND EMERGENCY NURSING